Carol's Battle: Overcoming an Eating Disorder
Food was her lover and best friend, and it meant everything to her.
Imagine feeling like food is your closest companion, the one thing that brings you comfort and joy. For Carol, this wasn't just a feeling—it was her reality. Growing up, she always knew she had an eating disorder. Weekends were spent bingeing on ice cream, cookies, sandwiches, soda, and chips, only to be followed by days of lettuce and tuna. Food was more than just sustenance; it was her lover and best friend.
But how do you break up with something so essential to life? Carol's journey wasn't easy. She kept her struggle a secret, ashamed and unsure of how to change. It wasn't until she met a friend who had lost weight and found peace that she saw a glimmer of hope. This friend introduced her to the 12-step program, a lifeline that would help her reshape her relationship with food.
In this episode of Steppin' Out Radio, Carol opens up about her battle with an eating disorder, the turning points that led her to seek help, and the transformative power of the 12-step program. Her story is one of courage and resilience, showing that it's possible to find strength in the most unexpected places. Tune in to hear Carol's heartfelt tale of struggle and triumph.