overeating

July 11, 2011

Boundaries and Recovery 2

by Penny • Codependence, Recovery • Tags: , , , , , , , ,

I have had a situation recently which has really rocked my world to be honest. I have learnt to stand up for myself in a way I never did before. This in itself is a challenge; the backlash can be really hard to cope with, but I am learning to stand tall. After saying no [...]

July 11, 2011

Addicted to the Substance that Sustains You 0

by AngelaP • Overeating • Tags: , , ,

I remember about 10 years ago hear somebody on television talk about food addiction. It didn’t occur to me at the time that I had that problem. He quoted ”Imagine being addicted to the very substance that sustains you”. I don’t need to imagine because I am and it is very difficult. If you just [...]

July 10, 2011

My personal share part 2 0

by AngelaP • Codependence, Overeating, Recovery, Sex • Tags: , , , , ,

So I think I got to the part where I met my first sons dad P. When I met him it was all just supposed to be casual. I could not see a future with him and just as the relationship started to fizzle I became pregnant. I wanted to have an abortion and confided [...]

July 9, 2011

My Personal Share: Part One 0

by AngelaP • Alcohol, Codependence, Overeating, Sex • Tags: , , ,

I am delighted to be involved with this! I don’t think it could have come at a better time in my recovery. I thought I would start my very first entry about me. My life before I found the 12 steps and the amazing fellowships that I am an active part of. My name is [...]

July 9, 2011

Journey in Recovery 2

by Penny • Alcohol, Codependence, Drugs, Overeating, Recovery, Sex • Tags: , , , , , , ,

Hi, my name is Penny and I am delighted to be writing for InTheRooms, what a wonderful opportunity.  It is also an encouraging sign if you ask, you give yourself a chance, it is possible and it comes from seeing an opportunity and actually taking the risk to ask, please can I join you?  I [...]