I was 240 pounds. Issues around keeping my job, my physical health, my relationship, and acceptance of my life were things that were surfacing for me. I was in a crisis and was desperate.
A Little Girl Trapped in a Big Boy’s Body Read More »
I believe that I have been a food addict since I came out of the womb. As early as nine
When I started eating something, I couldn’t help but finish it. Read More »
My sister called me and said that a “diet class” was being held at my childhood parish. I have deep
When I was a senior in high school, I heard about a Twelve-Step program for people who felt they needed
My classmates made comments about my weight. Read More »
Five years ago I came into FA, desperate to lose weight. I weighed 330 pounds and was ravaged by medical
The Only Option Open Was Bariatric Surgery Read More »
I weighed 280 pounds when I came into program at age 22. I have lost 145 pounds and have maintained
I knew I had found the solution the day I walked into FA. Read More »
Today is day 90 of abstinence—again. I have been in and around FA since I was 19 years old. I
Three Times the Charm Read More »
As a child, I was chubby and suffered from extreme fear, doubt, and insecurity. I have a history of sexual
I became bulimic at age 13. At 20, I felt as though my life was over. Read More »
I came into the program when I was 14 years old. Before that, I knew I had a different relationships
Before I found program at age 14, food was my comfort zone. Read More »