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I am finding myself quite ashamed and embarrassed as I come to you all for a little advice. I come heavily burdened and weak in spirt.
For the past few months I have been struggling with an eating disorder. I know that a few months isnt really a big deal but I know exactly where I will end up if I continue on this path of self destruction and abuse. I've been here before, about # years ago where my life nearly ended. I never thought I would relapse, ever. When I was finished with my treatment every one was so proud of me and so I was. I thanked and praise God everyday for freeing me from my addiction praying never to be there again. But here I am, once again.
I am coming for advice because I feel stuck, I dont really know what to do. I hold a leadership position in my church, working with Jr. high girls, I tell them all the time that they are perfect, they are just the way they were meant to be and I am going to school to be a clinical psychology, more specifically, clinical psychology for women and female adolences struggling with depression, eating disorders and abuse. Kinda ironic, I know. I am open and ready to receive treatment once again but I guess Im not sure who to go to. I go to a large church and there are plenty of women there that I trust, but I cant go back and disappoint them all. I am so ashamed and embarrassed that Im here again. I guess I just dont know where to go from here. Im not asking for advice for recovery, I know all about it, Im just asking if anyone knows of the next step... if you understand what I am saying. Maybe a way to approach someone about it of something. If any one has any advice or encouraging verse, please share it with me.
 

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honey, go to doc. the triggers that cause relapse are everywhere. i'm in leadership too. it's like a recovering alcoholic. ED is considered a disease. surround yourself with support; by confessing; and even stepping aside until you get back on track. :hug:
it will bring you more blessings and a stronger leadership that youi can possibly imagine. :hug:
 
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There is nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed of! Everyone, everyone has something they struggle with; none of us are ever perfect.
You know you need treatment and are ready to begin and that's a wonderful place to be! I will be praying for you!:prayer:
 
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honey, go to doc. the triggers that cause relapse are everywhere. i'm in leadership too. it's like a recovering alcoholic. ED is considered a disease. surround yourself with support; by confessing; and even stepping aside until you get back on track. :hug:
it will bring you more blessings and a stronger leadership that youi can possibly imagine. :hug:
yes I agree with goldenviolet..
that would be a great example!
but anyway I'll pray for His wisdom for you! :) that's it!

I love to think that when in struggle it's a great opportunity to be victorious in Him!!

be blessed my sister! :)
 
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