Starving myself after breakup

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I broke up with my boyfriend of 4.5 years recently because he cheated on me. I'm not just heartbroken but I have started doubting everything about myself. I had not realized it but a few days ago my bestfriend came over for a day because of how upset I was and she rightly pointed out that I'm not eating nearly enough. No breakfast, often not even lunch, and the quantities have drastically diminished. I'm not fat but I've always been a little chubby. I think the breakup has magnified my insecurities and I'm slipping into unhealthy habits.

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3 Answers
nicerice
Hello, I'm afraid this sounds like the onset of an eating disorder, but do not worry because you've acknowledged your problem and it sounds like this pattern has not gone on for too long. You need to start mindfully eating atleast 3 meals a day, if you're having a hard time doing so alone, then call a friend or family member so that you can virtually have a meal together. You are beautiful and no matter somebody's body shape, they do not deserve to be cheated. So do not justify your existence behaviour through a personal shortcoming.
solemnSnipe4
I'm so sorry that you've been struggling with so much at once. When you've dated somebody for that long, betrayal must cause grief. Address your emotions but take care of yourself while doing so. Starving yourself is not the right way to lose weight if that's your motive. Eat healthy and exercise incase losing weight is your priority. If your eating habits have just subconsciously altered this way, then eat at a specified time each day to fix the problem. You can get through this.❤
rudolf
We are on the same boat then, My girlfriend of 4.5 years broke up with me and now have moved on in less than 5 days, my space is already given to someone new. I loved her with all I had and it was the most beautiful thing I cherished for the time I was with her & now I feel lost. I begged her to stay lowered my self respect and did everything that was in my hand. But she didn't stay. It pains deeply. I am hurt. I don't even know if i can love anyone as much as I love her. But I guess this is life. You are not alone in this

I'm in relationship right now. but I don't know why I don't like to stick with one guy. I like to explore.

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angelkitty4

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