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Tag Archives: eating disorders
I Have A Voice And I Intend To Use It
speak out about my mental health and body image issues because others like myself have not.
Finding The Rainbow In The Rain: My Mental Health Journey
“You can overcome anything, if you believe you can.” That has been the mantra that I have carried with me throughout various chapters of my life. It has gotten me through even the most difficult moments, including dealing with depression.
Finding Passion From Pain
More than anything, telling my story and following my passion have shown me just how important opening a conversation about mental health is to changing the environment around you.
“Beautiful Things Await You”: Letters to Our Past Selves During the Holidays
The holidays are a difficult time for many of those who struggle with eating disorders. Six of our writers courageously shared their messages to their past selves. Check them out below.
#ANoteToShawn
If you’re as much of a music lover as I am, you’ve probably heard of Shawn Mendes. His campaign is what helped lift me out of my depression enough for me to seek out professional help. I realized that I was worth saving and I had people rooting for me.
Why I Chose To Study Abroad In Recovery
After a few years of maintaining my recovery, I decided to study abroad during my senior year of college. It was a way to not let my eating disorder have control over me. But the decision didn’t come before I reflected.
