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How to cope with stretch marks...I'm not trying to get rid of them...just live with them.?

  • I am not looking for ways to get rid of them, because I have already seen several specialists and have been told that that isn't a possibility without spending several 10's of thousands of dollars, which I do not have. So please don't waste your time giving me suggestions about special creams or laser treatments and such because I have heard it all and tried several already. So...I have extremely severe stretch marks on the better part of my body. My legs, my back, my hips, my stomach, my breasts, my arms, my shoulders, my butt...pretty much everywhere. Over the last 10 years I have suffered with an eating disorder which has caused my weight to fluctuate greatly and in turn I have stretch marks EVERYWHERE. Unfortunately I have very thin skin to begin with, and because of severe malnourishment my body was unable to cope with the changes in weight and my skin didn't have the proper nutrients it needed to stretch out properly without scarring. I have seen several counsellors, doctors, psychiatrists...I have even spent 5 months in an inpatient treatment centre for my eating disorder. I have been on several different prescription medications for anxiety, depression, and anti-psychotics. The combination of all of these things have helped me make it through the last few years without committing suicide, but I am still really struggling with daily life...and a big part of that is the fact that I feel like such a hideous monster knowing what's underneath the layers of clothes I cover myself up with. I am terrified of everything...spending time with friends, trying new activities, having a relationship...because of my stretch marks. I don't know what to do anymore. If anyone has any suggestions on how to cope with this....or ways in which it might be possible for me to work towards accepting my body as is and getting on with my life...that would be greatly appreciated. I wish it was as simple as me just making a decision to move on and forget about it...but it's not. I have tried SO many times to do that. Please help me.

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    Why don't you try yoga and meditation. You can do it yourself at home by watching some instructional videos on youtube. Your problem is mind chatter and once you learn to control your mind and give yourself positive affirmations such as our bodies are just like an orange peel, sweet fruit is inside and peel is just temporary home for our soul.Peace of mind is much more important then outter shell and why do you care so much about other's people opinion? Meditate and learn how to stop thoughts then you'll be able to pick only thought that you like and serve you well..it's simpler then you think.

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I have stretch marks too and honestly I think exercising helped them get less noticeable. Ok so what I did was start noticing the parts of my body that I like. Well I had an eating disorder too so I didn't really like any part of my body, but after I recovered I started exercising and getting into shape. I then literally looked in the mirror and found the parts of my body that I like. Once I did that I only focused on those parts and I felt better about myself and sometimes I forget the stretch marks are even there. I know that isn't much help, but it helped me.

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