Before I started the binge eating course through Morelife, I was struggling with my mental and physical health. I felt like my body was a barrier that was getting in the way of me living my life how I wanted to.

I was in pain and always felt exhausted. I worried about the way I looked and what other people would think of me. I felt like I was letting my kids down because I couldn’t do all of the things that I wanted to do with them. I felt so anxious and avoided going outside because I felt so much safer in my own home.

I realised I couldn’t sustain this way of life any longer. I wanted to start making changes. I had gotten engaged and wanted to look back at my wedding photos with pride. I wanted to go on family holidays. I wanted to live a long, healthy life and be able to meet my great-grandchildren. I had never felt so committed and motivated in my life.

The weight loss programmes I had tried in the past were so restrictive. They would focus on cutting out entire food groups or having a strict exercise routine. Everything felt so negative, and I never had the right kind of support. I always felt like I was doing it alone.

Morelife was so different. I completed the binge eating course. I’m currently on the weight management programme, where I am learning about healthier approaches to food.

I have learnt about calorie counting and portion sizes, but most importantly I have learnt about balance. I have learned to look at changes as a lifestyle and not a “diet.” For once in my life, I’m eating a balanced diet and not eliminating any food groups.

I also learnt that a healthy lifestyle isn’t always about food, diet and exercise. My mental health plays a big part too.

My practitioner – Lucy – who helped me through the binge eating course was wonderful. She helped me to gain a lot of faith in myself. I learned to look at things differently; how to be more mindful and present in the moment. This helped me during mealtime because if I’m more present, I am less likely to overeat.

I also have support through my group. At first, I was so scared to be on Zoom calls with strangers, but they quickly became good friends. We offer each other tips, recipes, and advice. We encourage each other every day.

My journey with Morelife started with the binge eating course. However, losing weight has only begun since starting the weight management course.

I am almost at my 5% weight loss goal after five sessions. I’m planning and preparing meals. I have my support group, as well as my family. I no longer feel alone.

When I started Morelife I doubted myself all the time. I still have a long way to go, but I’ve already come so far. I’m confident Morelife will help me keep the weight off because I have been provided with the tools and information that I need to live a better, healthier life. I’m so grateful I was given this amazing opportunity.

This programme has been so much more than eating habits and weight loss. I have learned a whole new way of life which I love. I have become a much better person through Morelife. I cannot thank the team enough.