Recovery for me has always been foremost an
educational process. I read numerous
books and journal articles, conversed with many therapists, medical
professionals and sufferers alike and absorbed and sifted through a wealth of
information about eating disorders to find the truth behind my own
experience. I became somewhat like a
desperate detective who left no stone unturned if it meant I would
survive.
To be honest, my eating disorder was once the most confusing thing I had ever came accross. My early understanding of the dynamics of the disease was akin to being possessed by the devil or something. I was dying inside and I had no clear idea why or how to stop myself from doing so. But over time I learnt what an eating disorder was, why it resided within me and most crucially just how to overcome it and regain my life again.
While on your journey always remember:
You are the
greatest expert on yourself.
Don’t fear looking deeper.
Trust yourself
and your instincts.
With time and
learning the pieces all come together.
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I love this. You are so right, recovery is an educational process and beyond that in the midst of the learning you have to find yourself. Fantastic post chuck xxx
ReplyDeleteThank-you Tracey. This means a great deal to me especially coming from you. I admire you so much for all that you do. xo
DeleteI LOVE the journey reminders. Might have to print them up and put them on my mirror. So glad to have read this tonight - I needed it! xo
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