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"but you don't look disordered..." LET ME COOK☝️
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Reblog if you’re pro recovery because we love recovery, we’re just not ready for it
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can you guys reblog this if youre an 4n4m1a account active in 2024 :( i feel like Tumblr is dying and I need mutuals
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TW: mentions of CSA
Purg1ng when you’ve been s3xually @bused, and how to handle triggers:
At least for me, when it comes to getting triggered from SA during a b/p cycle doesn’t help me purge better, it in fact makes it worse for me, I can no longer purg3 because I’m overwhelmed with memories with such big emotions-or lack thereof-attached to them that I can no longer escape from, and most importantly I feel out of control. which is a huge trigger for me. We all know majority of the time an eating disorder is ab control and when you are triggered you feel like that control has been taken away.
If you are triggered I ALWAYS suggest stopping purging all together. Pushing through can be/is traumatic, but if you are at that point (I’ve been there, you aren’t alone), I don’t suggest physically triggering your gag reflex; at least for that session.
The main reason why we become triggered is because our brains are basically reliving the trauma, and telling our bodies that we are still in danger/being actively abused.
Find a comfortable position, sit on the floor (I usually stand when purging) if you feel like passing out or dissociative. If not, I recommend leaving the bathroom and going to a safe place that doesn’t have anything that may trigger you.
Crossing my arms on my chest and tapping my shoulders slowly always helps me calm down. Focus on the rhythm, the feel of your fingertips pressing against your shoulders, your body pressed against whatever surface you’re on.
Describe what you see around you while you’re reminding yourself that you are safe right now (“I am safe, my shirt is black. I’m in/at [insert location], I’m not in danger. The walls are teal, my lamp is white, I smell my vanilla lotion, I hear my fan whirring, I am safe”).
Smelling something you like is helpful as well: light a candle, spray some perfume or put on some scented lotion you adore, smelling coffee grounds helps me.
Listening to CALMING music, my go to is “Here Comes A Thought” by Steven Universe
Holding ice, it seems stupid but it really fucking works
When you’ve calmed down, and if you still would like to purg3, I suggest watching something really disgusting to where you naturally throw up is most effective for me. That’s the most effective idea of mine, I’ve tried other ways but most aren’t successful. But I’ll update as I go.
When finished, do some self care! Because you absolutely deserve it 💕 here’s some ideas:
Take a hot/warm bath
Make some nice warm tea to sip on, I always add lemon to mine, and Splenda if I really need some sweetness
Take a nap
Get into your pajamas and fuzzy socks! That’s something I find very comfortable
Cuddle up with a warm book
Call/text loved ones
Comfort movies/shows are a must for me!
Drawing/painting
Skincare
Do a new makeup style
Scroll through Pinterest (unless you have boards that have triggering content-> “fashion boards” I know what you really are)
Paint your nails
Go for a walk
Do very light exercises (if this will trigger an intense workout don’t follow this one, no need to push yourself today it’s all about relaxation bc let’s be honest we haven’t been relaxed since 2005)
Listen to comfort playlists on Spotify (or make your own!)
Look at writing prompts and daydream about them
Watch ASMR
Face masks
Write poetry/narratives
Go on Ao3, fanfiction.net, or Wattpad
Meditation
Yoga
Watch a funny video (funny cat/dog videos are my go-to bc they’re more innocent and less likely to have crude humor (after I’ve been triggered by SA I’m typically very sensitive, and ‘childish’ content/things/etc bring a lot of comfort to me)
Live out the childhood you never had (people may call this age regression, but it’s helpful to me and makes me feel safe)
Journal (it takes a while to see the benefits but it’s worth it imo)
I hope this helps and stay safe! <3
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