Happy Girl Winter: How to Overcome Seasonal Depressive Disorder
Mood Swings, Hormone Imbalances and Dangerous Dieting: My Eating Disorder Journey
Throughout my ED journey, I have come across many others with stories of their own, each one unique. As pessimistic as this may seem, I feel these stories are essential to one’s character. If I hadn’t had anorexia, I wouldn’t be here writing this article and sharing my story. Our stories are what make us who we are, and what make us stronger as people. So, if you or someone you know is struggling, know there are better times to come…
Accepting Your Illness: How Understanding Your Eating Disorder Aids Healing
To begin recovering from your illness, you must be able to accept it. This acceptance can manifest in many ways. You can admit that you are sick (whether you believe it yourself or not). You can open up to others, allowing yourself to be comforted and supported. You can speak on how you feel, in the moment and during stressful trigger moments…
‘You Don’t Look Sick’: What is an Eating Disorder?
I didn’t look sick. At least, not to anyone who didn’t know me well. My weight hadn’t plummeted to dangerous lows; my skin wasn’t pale; my hair wasn’t falling out in chunks. I didn’t ‘look’ sick, so I convinced myself that I wasn’t…