I just can’t win 😭
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- Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
- In this video I share a story about a fan I met in an airport that made me rethink my own relationship with food. This video contains a lot of my opinions, and I admit I am not an expert or able to give advice what is the best choice for anyone's health, happiness and sanity. I acknowledge that everyone's relationships with food are effed up and that makes it so much hard to find your own balance. Healthy living is a struggle, healthy eating may be a myth, and defining what is healthy might just be impossible. I am still working on my own self improvement, but this conversation gave me the reality check that maybe I had lost site of the most important parts of these changes.
It’s so easy to be cruel when you don’t have to face the person being trolled. I’ve struggled with weight my whole life can relate to you so much. There are so many of us that support you. Please keep that in mind.
I completely agree. She's done more than enough for those who can relate to her. The struggle with food isn't an easy one. People can be cruel but it's her journey , and therefore they don't deserve to be apart of her journey.
@@keepitcuteorputitonmute yes ! You said it so well, thank you for saying this
Yes yes and yes bunch of cowards
@@dennykoncz2907 coward ? For not falling for the manipulation goin on ?
I have a horrible relationship with food. I have lost and gained weight my whole life, and have dieted for over 30 years. I have struggled with very severe binge eating disorder for the last 12 years, and I am finally starting group counselling tomorrow for the first time to try to get help. I am terrified it won’t get better. You aren’t alone. Please know you are helping people by sharing your story. ♥️♥️♥️♥️
I wish you the very best and good luck!:)
Same
I'd like if you share how it goes. I'm looking into something similar myself.
@@janejones7638 I will. ♥️
@@maikebaier8004 Thanks ♥️
If no one else has said this, getting a surgery/operation is NOT the easy way out. Having a surgery/operation is a valid path. It literally is so hard! IF that’s what you choose you have my full support. 💛💛💛💛
I just mentioned this! ❤️
I was looking for this comment!!! I had weight loss surgery 12 years ago and was judged so much by people saying it was the easy way…well it wasn’t! A different path but I still have to watch what I eat, still have to exercise, etc! Good luck Anna love you 💗
Agreed. I had mine 3 years ago. Life changing it is but easy it is not. ❤️
Hi, I was wondering about surgery, not for myself but for a loved one, and i was hoping for some more info from someone who actually went through it a while ago. The main concern is about eating supplements and the cost of that. I've heard they are a must since your body can't absorb as much with only the food, but I was hoping for a little input on how much more does one on average spend for them. And also, did you find any downsides of this surgery that maybe you would like to know about them prior to surgery?
If you find this questions too uncomfortable or intrusive, please disreagard it.
My daughter took this path five years agoand it literally changed her life. It was not the easy way out but it was the best way forward for her. :) No regrets.
Don’t feel that you caused harm. Your content comes from a good place and a pure heart. Sadly, because of the way you present to the world, people will focus on what is none of their damn business. You are soooo brave to put yourself our there. For every person who may have a negative reaction to your content, you are helping a 100 other girls who feel invisible and judged.
Anna, please do NOT get weight loss surgery UNTIL you have gotten counselling to control your eating. I speak from personal experience. In Nov 2017 I got a gastric sleeve. Lost most of my excess weight in the first 6 months. Got down to being only 20 pounds away from my ideal weight. Today - I’m back to the SAME exact weight I was before my operation because I never addressed the reasons I overeat. Please reach out to me if you have any questions about going down that path. Surgery is definitely NOT a magic pill and can make things worse.
I am now working with a team - a nutritionist, therapist and exercise coach. It’s not like biggest loser. It’s people helping me learn to have proper relationship with real whole food. The exercise coach has me walking in a therapy pool for now. It can be done. Please get a dr. I was scared too. Hiding didn’t help anything.
I concur, a team is invaluable! I've lost almost 80 lbs and couldn't have done it without learning nutrition and good therapy
Girl, I feel every word of this! I know exactly what you mean. (The religious stuff AND the food stuff!) I used to think I had a binge eating disorder - however I have come to realize I have a legitimate food addiction. The food addiction is what triggers my binging... This was a light bulb moment for me! I have been working on it for the last few months... I have been there dealing with emotional baggage (death of close family, etc) during the food battle - which obviously just compounds the situation. I love your openness and willingness to speak your truth - even these most difficult conversations. I appreciate you! 🥰🥰🥰
I got all the feels watching this, too. I've struggled with my weight for what feels like my entire life and I'm in my 40s. I am still looking for a long-term solution.
Anna, I am a 70 year old woman, I have followed you for a few years, I care very deeply about you and if I can offer anything, let me just say stop worrying about results, concentrate on how you feel. You need to find a Dr if the first one doesn’t work out, find another one, drs are just people and I’m sure there is one out there for you. Be realistic, and make sure the dr is also realistic, different things work for different people, you are probably never going to be skinny, big deal, skinny isn’t all that, get a Dr, figure out your lymphedema with them, not online or on your own, and just be the best you can be. You deserve to be happy, we all do. And you will be, trust me , I’ve been through a few things
It’s not lymphedema it’s Lipedema
@@ElizabethPearch Yes, my friend has this. I always correct people when they call it lymphedema. They're different things.
Really insightful and realistic👍.
Stay strong. You’re motivating a lot of people by being so open about your journey. I’m scared of drs too and I’m making two appointments this summer, one with a GP and the other with an OBGYN. I’m going to get blood work done tomorrow. I’m scared and hopeful at the same time. You’re amazing. Sending you love and hugs….
Yes. I suffer from anxiety mostly, mixed with depression and food always makes it better 🥹 Probably because it was the way I was brought up as a child. A southern Nana, food was her love language. It made everything better. I’m considering WLS. I have to do something. You are brave for approaching these subjects. They are real and so rarely talked about ❤️ Congrats!
WLS is NOT the answer. I had WLS 6 years ago. I have gained most of my weight back. It takes a lot of mental work to be successful. The surgery will not fix your head and your thoughts. You can eat around your surgery.
It's an honour and a privilege to go through your journey with you Anna. Thanks for your honesty and vulnerability. ❤❤❤
Couldn't have said it better
Agree!!
Also couldn't have said it better.
I really appreciate all of your content and the fact that you are willing to freely share the ups and downs is so refreshing! Be kind to yourself, do your best to take care of yourself… I’ll be over here cheering you on!
Thank you so much for sharing with us. Much love to you. I have been in this cycle of depression and defeat. Please hang on. You are an incredible person and your posts brighten my day. Don’t give up, please. The world is better for you being in it!
Anna, thank you for all that you do. ♥️
I gained 40 pounds throughout my eating disorder recovery, and I had hoped my body would settle back at a lower weight than it did. I’ve had a hard time with body acceptance, and your videos have helped me heal my relationship with my body and genuinely enjoy it, even in a bathing suit! But just like any relationship, there are still days where I get frustrated and really angry with my body. Watching you process those feelings out loud is so powerful, and I found this video just as inspiring, if not more so, than all of the others ♥️
@@rockydennis9928 Regaining 40 pounds is hardly extreme, especially when you do not know the weight I started at. But you already know your comment is junk, you’re just a pathetic troll.
Sending you peace! You have inspired me to not be afraid of colors and bold patterns in my wardrobe! Don’t under estimate the good you do! ❤️
My relationship to food and weight is so broken. I have ups and downs with losing and gaining, and I feel so much less alone in the world because I watch your channel. You are really here for so many of us, and I hope you will let that sink in. Your body has gotten you this far, and I am so glad!! Sending you so much love from Dallas!! ❤️
Oh Anna if there is one thing I have learned in my life of 70 years is that religion and your relationship with God is personal. What works for someone else, may not necessarily work for you. As for depression, I’ve been on medication for many years. Does it keep me from crying, no. I (and you too) wouldn’t be human if you didn’t feel. I personally am so jealous of you. You are a beautiful person both inside and out. You are able to go and do sooooooo much that I never have nor will I ever be able to do. Count your blessings sweetheart. You are a winner in my book! I look so forward to your videos. Take care of yourself. Don’t let any of the haters get to you. You are special, very special!! Love you and wish you only the best. 💜
Well Said!!!
Yes ma'am!!
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I wish I could give you the biggest hug!!!! I have yo-yoed my whole life, from high school on and I know I will continue to struggle on and on! Don’t give up fighting for a healthier you - however that will look!!! YOU are worth it!!!!!
Tremendous honesty and self-awareness….you are amazing and since I’m old enough to be your mom, I’m proud of you. ❤
I am totally an emotional eater. I'm struggling today because I just lost my most favorite Aunt Katie. I'm trying to change my eating because I feel so physically miserable. But, I know she would want me to go on & take care of me. You matter & you are important & enough.
I’m sorry for your loss.
Will be sending you positive thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult period ❤
@@Ozziecatsmom Thank you so much!
@@rachelleemon5680 Thank you so much!
My relationship with food is messed up as well. I feel like you are telling my story. Absolutely I am grateful for you sharing your feelings good or bad. I don’t feel so alone. 💝♥️🙋🏼♀️
thank you so much for sharing this and being so open and vulnerable
I’m with you on the same journey to fight/figure out lipedema. Thank you for being so open and sharing. You are helping. 💜
"Because it felt like something I could change and I don't know if it is" hits very close to home for me rn. Going through a divorce and hearing you talk so openly and vulnerable about your thoughts is refreshing. We'll get through this, you're a strong woman and you'll figure it out. Love you Anna!
Very proud of you for sharing your deepest and most vulnerable feelings, thoughts, struggles and disappointments. You’re beautiful in any shape or size.
I really appreciate your honesty and heart. You make a difference to me. Thank you!!
Agree 💯
I'm glad that you do videos like this! This is self care and because you're a boss you didn't lose any $$$
Keep doing you!
Thank you for your raw vulnerability as well as sharing your pain and tears. Sometimes we have to filet ourselves open to allow healing to begin.
Hey Anna, I know you might not see this but I want you to know that you helped me through my eating disorder. I struggled with binge eating disorder and exercise bulimia for nearly 11 years. I was terrified to go into public because I thought everyone was judging me. I was afraid of fashion. I was afraid of shopping. I was generally afraid of most everything. Watching your videos helped me on my journey to loving myself. I am finally healed from my eating disorder and am wearing clothes that I love. I love bright funky colors and most of the time I look like an 80's workout video. Thank you for creating your channel all those years ago. You have been crucial to my recovery. Your value to so many people has no dollar limit. What you have given us is the stars. Thank you for being YOU.
Love this 💕
In case no one told you today - I’m proud of you
@@Sadbigbirddd thank you that means a lot to me 🙏
I feel you 100%. You are very brave for being so vulnerable with us. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, it is very helpful. I have been feeling mad at my body for so long but even more so for the past two years, and you’ve made me realize that I need to work on my relationship with eating before I can mend my relationship with my body. I think that intuitive eating can help me do that.
I think you’re amazing! You have really helped me in accepting myself and not beating myself up over how I look everyday. Once you just go get those tests it won’t be as scary because then you will know, then you will know the next steps. It’s more important how you feel energetically than how you look physically. You’re a beautiful person inside and out!❤️
I so appreciate how open and honest you are. Much respect!
Make that appointment girl you got this!!! ♥️ it’s scary and nerve wracking but i know you can get through it! You are incredible Anna!
Thank you for opening up about the silent illness that so many people stigmatized over the years. I, personally have never suffered with this but I have a lot of friends and family who have. It's a horrible illness. YOUR. NOT. ALONE.
Thanks so much for sharing. It really does make a big difference to those struggling. You are not alone.
Thank you for your honesty!! Helps so much to hear someone else is grappling with the same issues. There are so many people you've helped and inspired! You're incredible.
You're amazing!! Period. Never give up, get a Dr. I know you're scared but maybe one of your viewers needs to see that. You got this
Spot on girl. I don’t comment much, but this whole video spoke to me. I do believe that most people have a fucked up relationship with food. (And religion too, but I won’t address that) I’m on my own body acceptance journey, to include weight loss, but I do feel like the world is out to sabotage. It seems like such an uphill battle because food is just always getting in the way. It’s too exhausting to even talk about what I go thur but I just wanted to hop on and tell you how much I appreciate your videos. You make me laugh, you help me accept and you also help me to come out of my comfort zone of what I think I’m SUPPOSE to wear as opposed to what I WANT to wear. I hear your voice on this one and I hear and understand your struggle but I just wanted you to know that you have helped me!
Oh, you sweet thing I wish you every success in your journey whatever path it takes. I have struggled with EDs since I was 16 and am now 59. I will never be at peace with food and sometimes that makes me very tired but I continue to work at it and find you incredibly inspiring.
My lifelong battle with food is filled with people who feel that they have a right to “advise” me about it. As a retired RN, I agree that you find a epidemiologist. And a GP. I personally prefer a DO, rather than an MD become they treat you where you are. And remember this: they work for you, so you can fire them and hire another. I wish so much that I could be there to hug and cry with you. You are loved - and you deserve it. ❤️🤗
I'm so sorry to see you struggling, and to hear about your loss. I think as you work through the mental and physical "stuff" it is stirring up a lot of feelings and pain. I wish you strength to embrace and work through the discomfort, and hope that you find a dietician that can help you heal your relationship with food. This is a set back, but it isn't the end of your journey if you don't want it to be. I appreciate your transparency sharing the "bad" with the good. I think you're a great role model for others regardless of what they're going through. Virtual hug. 🤗
Beautiful girl, sometimes we have to try everything under the sun before we find the solution and it's hard and it takes a toll on our fragile emotional state, all you can do is your best, self acceptance is a hard pill to swallow. You know what to do. There are so many people who love and support you, you may not know our names or our faces, but we are here xxx
Maaan, folks who come on here and show their bodies and being transparent about their struggles ARE SO STRONG AND INSPIRING. Is love Anna to have a G&G retreat. Id love to help set this up, especially bc ANNA IS A TREASURE!!!!
Love ya... keep on keepin on, you are on the right track. Saying it all out loud is a great step. 🥰
I sympathize with you. I'm going through the same thing. Going to the gym hadn't been doing anything for me. I'm losing weight but now I have loose skin and I feel worse about myself then when I was heavier and had tighter skin. It's a shitty world we live in. Not everything goes how we want. It's very discouraging when you're doing your best and there's no results.
You are so cool and I like you so much. It is incredibly brave to share as openly as you do, and I feel so privileged to get to follow your journey, however many ups and downs it may have. You talked about reading the hateful comments and crying, but I hope you also read all the supportive comments and feel the love of your viewer community ❤️
You are so brave sharing this. I really feel for you and I totally agree with you on how our food relationships are messed up. You are a very strong woman. You really encourage me to get out of my comfort zone. Much love to you.
I'm sending you all the hugs and all the love, my friend. When I see you, I see resilience, strength, and a heckin' quick and creative mind. All those together make you a triple threat to any obstacle put in front of you. You deserve to be able to invest in yourself - L'Oréal, baby! You are ALWAYS worth it! ❤❤❤❤❤
There are thousands of us girls/women that are thinking the same things and having the same struggles as you. Thank you for putting it out there for all of us.
Thank you for this video. I feel exactly how you feel. Now I know I'm not alone. ((hug))
You are brave, being vunerable. I am 62 and been where you are. I finally love myself.
its almost as if there is more to weight loss than calories in and calories out like some people try to make us think it is.
thank you for your vulnerability.
its helping.
I too struggle with food. You are a an awesome role model. Stay strong, you can do it. Do what you need to do for you.
Thank you for your courage and willingness to be so vulnerable.
Sending warm hugs and love from Adelaide, Australia. Thank you for being real and sharing your story. I think you are beautiful, brave and courageous and maybe need to be a little bit kinder to yourself - you have dared to make a change in your life and that's awesome. Keep up the great work sunshine 🌼🦘🐨🦋💟
Thank you so much for sharing. You are amazing, and weight doesn't make anyone a bad person. "Haters gonna hate."
Do what is best for you.
We have your back.
We are worthy!! Thank you for the reminder. I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️
To anyone who needs to hear this…
You are not less than.
You are not an object.
You are not unworthy.
You are not faulty.
You are not inadequate.
You are not unsupported.
You are not inferior.
You are not unloved.
🖤 keep going 🥹 I believe in you!
God puts an empty spot in us that only He can fill…. Sounds like He’s tugging at your heart strings/awareness
I absolutely love watching your videos. I love how honest and real you are. I’ve also recently realized that my relationship with food if more fucked up than I originally thought. It’s really really hard to fix it and make changes long term. You’re an incredible person 💖
Dear sweet Anna, I've said it before and I will say it again, your authenticity is beautiful and empowering. Thank so very much for being vulnerable. Your amazing human and you not walking on your journey alone. I'm here with you and so are others. **HUGS**
so many of us feel the way you do Anna,We all have your back girl! xo love youuu!
Hi...... 😍🤚
Anna, look at all you do. You promote positivity and self acceptance. You share yourself honestly with the world. You're human and face the same obstacles as a lot of us. You allow us to know we're not alone. I admire you and your honesty and spirit. I think you're a beautiful woman inside and out. You're not alone!! I wish I was there so I could give you a hug. ❤️💖💞💕
Literally eating 2 cheese burgers as I’m watching this, at least they’re homemade 😭
Honestly i feel so proud of myself for starting to cook my own dinner instead of ordering takeout. I encourage y’all to try it, cooking can actually be so fun and cathartic.
You’re not alone sis! Keep smiling and do what you got to do!
Anna I just want to say I love you and your transparency! You have too much positivity and energy to stay down or hard on yourself! Draw from yourself… Girl I know you can do it and we will do it together!!
I am thankful that I found your channel!! I have always struggled with my weight!! Thank you for your words!!
I love you ❤️ Thanks for your honesty and consciousness!
Thank you for being real. Be kind to yourself and know that there is no one else like you in the world 😊
Wow, you are amazing! Thank you for sharing. I've always had a fucked up relationship with food. I know it will be a lifelong struggle for me too. But wow, I found you on tiktok and I have to tell you, not only are you a beautiful human being, but your clearly very insightful and emotionally intelligent, yes sensitive but it's probably also one of your best qualities❤️. I am like that and it's a double edged sword but man, the world needs more of that. You are beautiful and I'm glad I found you. I look forward to more or your sit-down "talk" style videos! Take care!
I Totally Feel your Pain!!! I know their are more of us, but really nothing anyone says can take that Feeling away! I've let myself down so many times that I am seeing a Psychiatrist right now due to a lot and I have No Support!! 🙏
Changing your relationship with food is a life long journey and it’s never going to perfect. I recommend that you see a nutritionist as soon as you can and set some very modest nutritional goals. You don’t need to make big sweeping changes on day one. Embrace meal prep! Either done by your or one of the many services out there. It will remove the guesswork and the sometimes daunting calorie tracking that people sometimes find difficult. Keep up the exercise but separate your fitness journey from your weight loss journey and your food relationship journey. And don’t overthink it, it’s always one day at a time.
I think your very brave. you have no obligation to share anything on a public platform and the fact you do proves you are driven and courageous.
No matter what you do, I am here for all of it. You are a beautiful inspiration to so many of us, & you doing what you feel is best for your body is nothing to be ashamed of. I’m behind you 100%. Love you! ✨💛
thank you for keeping it 10000 real. I been there myself. I've had WLS and I am STILL struggling... surgery is a great tool and it works great for some and not for others... ugggggh sorry you got creeped out at the air port glad you had a great chat with the gal that came up to you! That's awesome your friends now! I hope she reaches back out to you!!! ALL we can do is keep trying... one small change today does effect tomorrow. *hugs*
HUGS. I’m struggling too seeing you be confident and stylish has helped.
My body has been screaming at me to slow TF down for a few years. I didn’t listen and have now had my third (with a 4th coming next month?) surgery of the year. The local ER now knows me as the kidney stone lady.
I’m so sorry that you are struggling, and I’m so proud of you for sharing.
HUGS
I hate that cruel people that don’t even know you want to hurt you. People should keep their pie holes shut if they can’t say anything nice .
I'm so thankful you were able to share this.. I'm right in the same boat regarding ate sht after doing well still the same weight. Big hugs Anna! You are AWESOME! 💜
Thank you for posting this.
I watch your videos about lipedema, having it myself along with ME, hEDS, and other comorbidities. (Any exertion makes the ME much worse, a hallmark of the illness, so I can't exercise, frustratingly.) Very much appreciate your sharing your vulnerability and strength, I truly feel having lipedema is traumatic. It's not your fault you have lipedema. Sending you so much love and support.
Listen, you are beautiful, articulate and have a wonderful personality! Please take it easy and take it slow! We all make well intentioned changes in life and inevitably back track…it’s ok. Give life a shoulder shrug once in a while!!!
I love you channel. You’re awesome. Feel your feelings and do what you need to do to be well, in whatever way you are able 💕
I've been going through this all of my life as well. I love you no matter what and I'm learning to accept and love myself as I am.
One of the things that I think about is a video of Lizzo saying to her audience "If you can love me, you can love yourself." I don't have to work on loving Lizzo or loving you. So, I know I can love myself!
I needed to hear this! Lots of love on your journey! 🥰
Your so precious and have so much insight!🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
Sweetheart don't be afraid of seeking help. It's better to be told something you don't want to hear than living in doubt and hurting yourself. The pain is only going to make you feel worse and the cortisol reduces sleep and promotes weight gain. The first step is being honest to yourself. What you need to consider is what are your goals and how to get there. Everyone else is irrelevant here. You need to put yourself first. I know that because I also struggle with that
I’m seriously crying with you Anna. I’m feeling super low right now and for similar reasons. I wish so bad we could have like 5-10 people in this community get together and chat. I don’t have any friends I can talk about this stuff with and feel really down too. If you’re reading this and looking for online friendship I’m here!
Me too. Anytime
Same
I'm down for a weight support group for sure!
Me too. I really only have my husband and he doesn’t want to hear it 😢
We should do it! I am in one already and would be happy to help put a new one together. We meet online via Zoom. The topics change each week, but generally the discussion kind of evolves based on what people need to talk about. I don't have a Zoom membership but maybe someone else has one we could use.
You are a good person, don't let anyone get you down. I love watching your videos and you are an inspiration. I am also unhappy with my body, and I feel like we are in this together as well as many many other people. You are not alone.
I believe in you! I have watched you forever and ur an amazing women and u make people better! You will figure this all out when ur ready! Don't let nasty people ruin ur beauty and keep u down! You will get through this because u deserve the world! Thank you for being YOU!
Yes you are a magnificent beautiful person and what you are feeling are real so don't stop being you you are a whole person so don't let those people and their awful words keep you down you are a beautiful person Love you and Thank you for sharing see you.
Anna, you are not hurting anyone, you are HELPING! I am a total emotional eater, and whenever I have gone through some kind of crisis in my life, I have put on 15-20 pounds in a few weeks, and have never taken them off. Then I put on another 15-20 with the next crisis, and never take that off. And so on and so on....I'm about 300 pounds right now, and am trying to figure out what to do now. I watch your videos and LOVE to see your positivity when that's there, but also love seeing you share your struggles and difficulties, because I can relate to that so much. I am so glad that I found you (about 6 months ago), and I wish I were there to give you a hug and help you with whatever you need in person. Take care of yourself, and GOD BLESS YOU!
Oh Anna!! We love you! You are so awesome!! I hope you find the thing you need to get you to where you want ….mentally, physically and emotionally!! 🤗
I recognize that I also have a terrible relationship with food, and have for most of my life. You inspire me so much to keep on trying to exercise because I struggle to keep doing it when I’m not seeing enough progress with my efforts.
Bless you dear. I'm so sorry you're going through this.
It breaks my heart that you are having such an emotional time. My life has gotten better since I discovered you. I'm less self conscious and strive to be more like you. 80lbs. or 300 lbs, you are still you which is pretty darn good. You're inspiring to all of us.
I can relate, Anna. And I send you supportive, positive energy.
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People are always going to say you’re doing harm by (insert thing people are currently upset about). But I think you shouldn’t be afraid to share your journey. By coming out with the good and the bad, the wins and the failures you are showing that this is a journey. You aren’t perpetuating this idea that you have to be perfect to succeed. When we really start changing no one really talks about the process, it is dirty and uncomfortable and messy. No one talks about the stagnant moments. I’m learning that this you do more than you think and I’m learning to acknowledge the little victories. Keep going keep talking about it. It’s so much more helpful to here the real story.
I'm so sorry I've been in the same situation you are for my whole life I'm 70 and I feel so bad for you but you are so strong take care now.
Anna, this is meant to be a supportive post. Get professional help. When a person has serious trauma it seems impossible to overcome alone. I know from experience. I admire your honesty and vulnerability, but UA-cam is not the answer. Find someone you are comfortable with, which admittedly can be difficult. There is help out there. You deserve it.
I love you and I hope you know that people are rooting for you and supporting you for just being you.
I felt every single word you said! You express what it is like for many in such an eloquent way, I can never get my point(s) across as well as you do. Too many people, including ourselves sometimes, still don't see/realize how complex it really is.
I can't remember when I first subscribed, it's been a while, you are one of the very few unique voices out there in the plus size community who stand out to me. Not for your activism for inclusivity, or body positivity, but for keeping it real! At the end of the day, no matter what number the scale says, you are a beautiful human being inside and out!