It's hard to recover from an eating disorder--really hard. I should
know. I had bulimia for three years, and am currently in recovery from
a struggle with anorexia.
When you're trying to recover from any kind of disordered
eating, you won't always know what to do. But there are a few basic
things you need to do to get started:
You've got to open yourself...
Open yourself to the idea that some of the things in your life
might just be a little different than you'd always thought. Understand
that certain, sometimes difficult, changes will have to be made. Do
your best to start paying more attention to what you really need to do
for yourself, in every area of your life.
Visit http://justinelang.livejournal.com for regular tips on how
you can get started.
You've got to open your heart...
Don't be afraid to let other people into your life. Good
relationships will get you through some of your toughest times, and
bring a whole new meaning to your life.
You can start by making some connections at the Real Females
Message Board--"Where FRIENDS Meet." There, you'll meet some
amazing, supportive, and FUN people who already know just what
you're going through. Start a journal with your progress, ask and
answer questions, or just have fun chatting about anything that's on
your mind.
Whatever you do, just don't try to do it alone!
You've got to open your mouth...
Don't ever be afraid to ask for help when you need it (even if all
you need is just a big cozy hug). Find the people who will be able to
help you with the things you might not know how to do. Do your best
to find a good doctor, a knowledgeable dietitian, and a therapist with
whom you feel comfortable.
Above all, don't be ashamed of yourself or your problem. We'll
never be able to tell just how many people actually suffer from
disordered eating issues, just because so many of them are so
afraid of what others might think if they found out. But as long as
more of us can start to become a little more open about our
struggles, we just might be able to help change that attitude. We
might be able to help some of those other people seek the help that
they really need, too.
Support this recovery project by posting on the Real
Females Board from time to time, and by being more honest
with those around you about what you're going through.
Visit http://justinelang.livejournal.com every week for tips
and updates, and do what you can to spread the word about
www.RealFemalesUnite.com and this project.
Contact me if you would like to help in some other way.
Together, we can make a huge difference!
know. I had bulimia for three years, and am currently in recovery from
a struggle with anorexia.
When you're trying to recover from any kind of disordered
eating, you won't always know what to do. But there are a few basic
things you need to do to get started:
You've got to open yourself...
Open yourself to the idea that some of the things in your life
might just be a little different than you'd always thought. Understand
that certain, sometimes difficult, changes will have to be made. Do
your best to start paying more attention to what you really need to do
for yourself, in every area of your life.
Visit http://justinelang.livejournal.com for regular tips on how
you can get started.
You've got to open your heart...
Don't be afraid to let other people into your life. Good
relationships will get you through some of your toughest times, and
bring a whole new meaning to your life.
You can start by making some connections at the Real Females
Message Board--"Where FRIENDS Meet." There, you'll meet some
amazing, supportive, and FUN people who already know just what
you're going through. Start a journal with your progress, ask and
answer questions, or just have fun chatting about anything that's on
your mind.
Whatever you do, just don't try to do it alone!
You've got to open your mouth...
Don't ever be afraid to ask for help when you need it (even if all
you need is just a big cozy hug). Find the people who will be able to
help you with the things you might not know how to do. Do your best
to find a good doctor, a knowledgeable dietitian, and a therapist with
whom you feel comfortable.
Above all, don't be ashamed of yourself or your problem. We'll
never be able to tell just how many people actually suffer from
disordered eating issues, just because so many of them are so
afraid of what others might think if they found out. But as long as
more of us can start to become a little more open about our
struggles, we just might be able to help change that attitude. We
might be able to help some of those other people seek the help that
they really need, too.
Support this recovery project by posting on the Real
Females Board from time to time, and by being more honest
with those around you about what you're going through.
Visit http://justinelang.livejournal.com every week for tips
and updates, and do what you can to spread the word about
www.RealFemalesUnite.com and this project.
Contact me if you would like to help in some other way.
Together, we can make a huge difference!
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