Monday 27 August 2012

Week 8: Learning

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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  1. Tracey28 August 2012 at 13:37

    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

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    1. Kylie-Rose28 August 2012 at 18:24

      Thank-you Tracey. This means a great deal to me especially coming from you. I admire you so much for all that you do. xo

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  2. Unknown2 September 2012 at 18:13

    I 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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