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Dealing with the compulsion to overeat as my optimism is cracking - seeking advice (hexbear.net)

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Dear comrades, recently I have been stuck in interpersonal conflict in my political life. This has made one of my main avenues for empowerment and dealing with the weight of the world less effective. As a consequence, I have had recurring urges to overeat. It has negatively impacted my health and energy beyond the general lethargy of mild depression.

Does anyone have any strategies or advice for compassionately handling these impulses? My wallet and body will surely thank you.

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[–] [email protected] 0 points 2 days ago

It's only a recent thing I've discovered, but for me, it helps to just get up and go for a walk or run, depending on what is more comfortable. It helps me with the food intake because the cardio modulates your appetite, and you don't have to exercise intensely for it to work. Just a short walk might help (maybe also with the psychological causes). I hope it helps you a little bit, comrade, and I believe in you. cuddle