exercise addiction is a tough one

[WiltedRose]

I wish I could find more people to talk to about exercise addiction.
Of course I have the usual ED to go along with it, the depression and anxiety which drive the ED are controlled somewhat by the hours of exhausting exercise.
This isn't' new. It's been many years I've dealt with this issue.
it is very hard to find decent literature (aside from clinical), and to find other individuals who deal with this.

[WiltedRose]

I sure do wish I could trust my brain to make healthy decisions for my body.
I am sick today and trying to lay off the heavy exercise.... which is a huge challenge.
i hate when others comment on my body or say they admire my "dedication" to exercise regularly.
I wish I could explain that this is an affliction. An addiction. And I have no free will in the matter.
My brain makes the rules and I must comply... or else.....?
*sigh*

[manuel_moe_g]

I admire your dedication to be self-loving in the face of difficult odds. A little part of your brain knows the self-loving thing to do - wishing for that little part to guide you gently to a better place. All the best to you, WiltedRose, take care, {{{{hugs}}}}