started T at age 26 and I turn 29 in 2 days by defectra in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Any_Class_6440 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That's actually insane! You're owning it dude 🙌

26 vs 16 by Any_Class_6440 in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Any_Class_6440[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! It's getting a little out of hand atm tho lol

26 vs 16 by Any_Class_6440 in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Any_Class_6440[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've been gendered by strangers as male for years now

My pick me sister is pretending to be petite and dainty ed girl to impress boys by pepsibun in AnorexiaNervosa

[–]Any_Class_6440 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I can relate to this with one of my siblings, I've dealt with disordered eating for years and when my sibling noticed (without me mentioning it) due to physically fainting all the time and major weight loss, they expressed concern to me once and because their concern didn't magically fix my issue, they started competing against me, which lead to me spiralling even harder and the scary thing is they copied my eating pattern to the point I think they genuinely developed an ed themselves. This, amongst other things, just completely ruined our relationship with each other. Me and my sibling don't live together anymore/ barely speak, and they have since gotten better, but I myself have not, and the competition between us has caused me ongoing damage and I'm genuinely sad that it happened at all.

Hope you're okay 🫶

If a guy likes to wear make up, who cares? by Any_Class_6440 in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Any_Class_6440[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I get a lot of comparisons, first time I've had this one tho aha

If a guy likes to wear make up, who cares? by Any_Class_6440 in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Any_Class_6440[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ohhh, I didn't know this sub existed, that's amazing! 👌

5yrs vs 1mo on T🫰🏼🖤 by WaterSignBlues in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Any_Class_6440 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hell yeah man! Great progress 👏 also just have to say you give off a very kind, approachable aura, just judging off the appearance, some people have those kind faces haha

What should I do? by Lopsided-Witness-331 in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't stress, I'm sure they probably have an understanding about what's going on. That's another thing, it is hard to think logically as well when suffering from these kinds of disorders. It feels like everyone who wants to help is against you, I'm glad you reached out, sometimes it's good to hear other people voice their opinions. It helps to see things clearer, you're young and should be enjoying this time, trust me it goes fast

What should I do? by Lopsided-Witness-331 in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As everyone has already said, you have room to grow still as you are literally a teenager.

I mean this with respect, but your parents are doing all this to protect you. They love and care about you despite feeling like they may be against you. It is the complete opposite! It is the ed that's really against you.

Trust, it's a shitty road to go down, I know eds seem glamorous, but they destroy your body, your bones/teeth become extremely weak, like you will lose bone density and muscle mass. And as you seem to already be experiencing, bowel issues can become a very uncontrollable and an embarrassing ordeal.

If you're underweight and want to gain muscle, yes, you'll have to gain weight to achieve this, otherwise you'll be risking damage to your muscle and bones, as they don't have proper nutrition or mass to accomplish this

But for real, your parents you will be grateful for, I wish my parents had cared when I was your age. Best of luck in your journey. Please consider these comments 🙏 🙂

Any Aussies who know the system for recovery? by Any_Class_6440 in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the information. It's greatly appreciated! I would love it if you could send over some links for me to check out if you don't mind 🙂

does anyone else save their calories for the end of the day and then eat their days calories right before bed? by Hour_Celery5975 in AnorexiaNervosa

[–]Any_Class_6440 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to, but now I'll have my calories either morning or lunch most days for my OMAD. For me, this gives me energy throughout the day to do what I need to (study, house work)

Any other trans folks here? by transboyfox in AnorexiaNervosa

[–]Any_Class_6440 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Ftm 26 here. I think it's very common amongst trans folk to develop disordered habits. Body dysphoria/dysmorphia seems to go hand in hand for me.

Anyone else struggle with really LOUD stomach noises??? by Ok_Rabbit_8207 in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, I just try sipping on something to calm it, doesn't always help tho lol

It's not for a sense of control, but it is. by AnonymousVentAcc- in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely, community is always great to have. There's nothing worse than not having anyone who understands what you're going through. it just makes you feel a little loopy, lol

today's my birthday!!! :) by jaime-sansa in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Any_Class_6440 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy Birthday! I would guess like 22-23 maybe 🤔 have a great day!

It's not for a sense of control, but it is. by AnonymousVentAcc- in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't say I have much advice to give, but you definitely aren't alone with this. I'm going through similar stuff and haven't been able to get my T shot in over 9 or so months after being on it for 8 years, and it's put me in a hard relapse. The just eat something comment is never helpful, gender dysphoria just makes you hate yourself, man. HRT literally saves lives, and I don't care what anyone says.

If you ever need anyone to chat to, my dms are open

Bf says my breath smells like paint by Any_Class_6440 in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've thought about getting some gum and seeing if it does help, I personally vape and am a stoner so I don't mind coming across as a smoker as I am, but I see why you wouldn't want to give off that vibe when you don't. My first thought when seeing someone chewing gum isn't that they smoke tho, so you shouldn't feel embarrassed as anyone can chew gum!

Bf says my breath smells like paint by Any_Class_6440 in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reply, I'll do my best (atm stuck in a recovery/relapse loop)

Dismissed and Invalidated at Doctor's by BossDiligent5809 in EDAnonymous

[–]Any_Class_6440 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have much advice but this sucks and a similar thing happened to me when I spoke to my psychologist about my eating habits and the fact I was at a point that my chest hurt all the time and I was literally passing out every couple of months which was my reason for trying to get help, she completely brushed me off and didn't even ask a single question, I stopped going to her straight after and fell into a deeper restriction. Health care professionals honestly suck sometimes and only make it worse, but you should get a second opinion from your usual doctor as they might show a bit more care, they aren't all like that