It doesn't make any sense.

I had my review at work today.  I thought it was pretty bad. I had to excuse myself from the room because I was crying. My boss, his assistant and my HR rep said it wasn't a bad review. But, I think I will never be promoted within my group or be able to migrate to another department because of it  That's the background.  Here's what doesn't make sense. I am not hungry at all but all I want to do is eat a bunch of chocolate and say to hell with my calorie limit for day.  So my mind seems to work like this: I am unhappy, let me do something bad to myself. 

What's up with me?

First of all, {{{hugs}}}

Second, I don't think it's that uncommon to try to make yourself feel better with food.  Many people emotionally eat.  Recognizing the tendency is the trick.  Instead of eating junk food, try taking a walk to clear your head, and some positive affirmation may help too.  Tell yourself, "My boss values me.  I deserve this job.  I do well at work."  Try to believe them when they say it wasn't a bad review.

It'll be okay! 

That really is sorry to hear. All I can say is try not to go down that road. I was retrenched at the end of March when the financial crisis finally hit our company as well. Almost 15% of the employees were let go and our whole department closed down. For the next 3 months I did nothing but overeat and feel sorry for myself. Needless to say that I gained lots of weight and now I'm suffering the consequences.

It is easy to let go, but much more difficult to get back on and reverse all the bad choices. I'm slowly getting back to a regular routine and recovering, but it is a long and hard road.

It is the same battle each day. I get up and realize I don't have a work to go to and all I want to do is eat to forget. But I do my best to work past the issues and eat what I know I need. At least I'm no longer buying ice cream and chocolates, that seems to help when there are no sweets to binge on.

Not sure this helps, but try not to fall into the trap. Best of luck.

Thanks guys!

I should focus on the positive.

1. I have a job.

2. It's not like I am on probation. Or got a pay decrease, which is common in this economy.

3. I have feedback and know what I need to work on.

4. I have this website to find support and not blow my diet.

Thanks again!