Quote Originally Posted by CFH View Post
I had a friend who was by all apperances a completely hopeless drug addict, destined for an early grave. He found that by going to N/A support meetings and by seeking help that he was able to stop using, and he's now a successful actor (and a real dickhead, but that's irrelevant).
One thing you need to know, as I'm sure you already do, is that this is a potentially (fuck potentially, its certainly) a fatal issue, one that if you do not get control of it, it will end your life. Again, I found that recognising this, and taking responsibility for the actions that brought me to the point I was at helped me immesurably.
You should also know that you can stop and reverse this process. Many, many people have done it, so there is no reason you cannot. A professional could help you recognise what starts your eating binges etc and help you identify what "triggers" set you off. Support meetings also help a great number of people quit their addictions.
I know in my case, I often (and at times unnecessarily) felt sorry for myself and hard done by, going to meetings and interacting with others who share you problem, often to a much worse degree, can be a huge benefit.
Again, I know for myself, ending my addiction was a very personal thing that I had to do on my own, but I seem to be in the minority in this sense. Most people who have cured thier addictions seem to have sought help.
Sorry, but I can only remember about half of what I wrote the first time, but if you want to PM me or something I'd be happy to share my experiences with you. Good luck man, you can do it. Try anything you can to stop, its that important, you do not want to die for it.
Really appreciate your advice mate - I think seeking help is the next step