Post by sabreena on May 23, 2006 22:07:14 GMT -5
I have suffered from this disfiguring disease unconsciously for a few years and then consciously for one year. Through research and aknowledgment of this problem, I am able to start my recovery and heal. Having this problem is like losing all control, not being able to stop yourself regardless of your knowledge of the consequences. My advice to anyone is to talk to someone, let someone know and get it off your chest, you do not have to be in this alone, talk to someone you trust and let them help you. Secondly, look at yourself in the mirror and tell yourself that you can do this, when everything is said and done it all comes down to mind over matter, and you ARE strong enough, you DO have it in you, just remeber, anything is possible. And as mentioned before, try it for a day, then two days, then three, you will be amazed at how beautiful you TRULY are. The other good suggestion was to dim the lights, when you go in the bathroom , have your priorities straight, you are in there to brush your teeth, shower, etc. Do not look close up in the mirror or say "just this one little.." understand how this works, it is OCD and must be treated as such, it is a very difficult thing to overcome as I have learned though my own experience but I believe where there is a will there is a way. My email is breeny16@hotmail.com, I'd be more than happy to hear anyone's story/tips and discuss this further. Good Luck!!