Testimonial: My Bedroom a Place of Comfort!

First of all I'd like to thank you for all you have done to help me get control over my life.

Secondly I wanted to share my lightbulb moment with you. When I was little I shared my bedroom with my sister. I always felt secure and safe sharing with her, she was 4 years older and I thought she could protect me from anything. When my brother left home as a teenager, I was moved into his bedroom alone. During that time, my stepfather started to abuse me in this room. I never again felt safe at night on my own.

I have been having trouble with chocolate binges and although my weight is within the normal/healthy range I never understood why I need comfort foods. I separated from my husband of 15 years around a year ago. I'm over the hurt and feel much happier about my life so why do I still need to comfort myself with food.

Lightbulb going off..... Because I have to sleep in the room on my own. I've suddenly realised this is the reason I need my comfort food. That little child within me is still frightened to spend the night alone without someone there to protect her. I'm sitting here in purple puddles because I finally have the answer.

Today I spent some time redecorating my room to make it a place of comfort. I moved the bed from the place it was when I shared it with my husband. I put a candle on the dresser, and some of my favourite photos of my children beside my bed. The room was already decluttered and clean, but I'm hoping this will help me feel more at peace.

Thank you again for everything you do. You have changed so many lives including my own.

An Aussie Flybaby

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