From 120Lbs to 165Lbs: a Journey to Overcoming Eating Disorders and Gaining Healthy Weight

Cometskitty, a 21-year-old woman and 5'11" in height, shared on Reddit her impressive journey to gaining healthy weight. From 2019 to 2022, she gained 45lbs, bringing her weight from 120lbs to 165lbs. However, this journey wasn't just about gaining weight, it was also her way of overcoming her eating disorders and ultimately loving herself better.

One of the top comments lauded her for her efforts, mentioning how gaining weight can be just as challenging as losing it. Cometskitty expressed how she struggled with her body image and how this journey helped her become more comfortable in her own skin. She shared that self-love is a journey, not a sprint.

Cometskitty's story resonated with many, including sheepdog2a, who encouraged her by saying to do something every day to make herself harder to kill. They shared their love for survival during apocalypses that became their motivation to keep living a healthier lifestyle.

A Reddit user who deleted their account asked Cometskitty how she overcame her eating disorder. She replied that it came down to realizing what was healthy and deserving better, taking responsibility for her mental health and how it affects day-to-day habits. Her therapy sessions, coupled with her medication, also helped her greatly. The user shared that their daughter is still struggling with bulimia, and Cometskitty offered to share the name of her medication to help with appetite.

Though not everyone was supportive, Cometskitty's journey is still an inspiration to those who struggle with their weight and eating disorders. Her story serves as a reminder that the road to self-love is often a challenging, but worthwhile, journey. Anyone can take their own steps to living a healthy lifestyle and overcoming the obstacles holding them back.