Bill’s Story: A Compulsive Eater’s Identification

When I first joined OA, I was amazed to learn all the ways I identified with Bill W as a … More

The Doctor’s Opinion & Complete Abstinence

Christmas Eve I had a relapse. I was resting on spiritual laurels and not rigorously honest through 10th steps. Thus, … More

Today is day 364 of consistent, continuous abstinence. Day 1. Day 3. Day 46. Day 59. They were all were … More

The scale this morning at the doctor’s office confirmed my suspicion that I have released 100 pounds since beginning OA … More

For the first time since entering the OA rooms nearly 2 years ago, I have 90 days of abstinence. I … More

Yes, dramatic. There I am, peering over into the abyss of sabotage, self-hate and compulsive eating. Tomorrow makes 30 days … More

I don’t know what it is. It rattles inside, bones stacked upon bones, curved and twisted. Its story peers sometimes … More

When food plans change or become messy, the mess goes directly directly into my brain and stress level skyrockets. I … More