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29 Reasons Recovering From Your Eating Disorder Is Always, Always Worth It

No matter how "sick" you think you are.

Abby Johnson
Feb 06, 2018
Longwood
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29 Reasons Recovering From Your Eating Disorder Is Always, Always Worth It
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For those of you who don't know me, my name is Abby Johnson and I am a recover(ed) anorexic. I have been on this journey for four years, and it has probably been one of the hardest things I have ever done. But, let me tell you something. It is 110% worth it. So, for those of you who may be struggling or know someone who is, take a look at some reasons for why I believe recovery is worth it.

1. Because food is pretty freaking good.

2. Spontaneous coffee dates.

3. Because healthy and happy >>>> skinny and miserable.

4. Good memories with friends and family.

5. Enjoying the weather and not being cold 24/7.

6. To enjoy the food when you travel somewhere new with zero stress.

7. Cupcakesss.

8. God created us to be happy, not sad.

9. Not being tired all the time.

10. To love your body.

11. Being able to take rest days.

12. Confidence.

13. Not being anxious all the time.

14. Eating ice cream after a (very) long day is fun.

15. Being able to sleep through the night.

16. Cats and dogs.

17. No food/weight stress.

18. Going out on Friday nights and having fun.

19. Being able to actually pay attention to people.

20. Not feel like you're going to pass out all the time.

21. Relationships.

22. Eating popcorn at the movies.

23. Not have to go to doctors appointments every day.

24. Because f*ck perfection.

25. Laughter.

26. Being able to fully experience college.

27. Exercising is actually fun, and not something you have to do.

28. YOU ARE MORE THAN A NUMBER.

29. AND RECOVERY WILL MAKE YOU HATE YOUR EATING DISORDER.

Only 1 in 10 people receive treatment for an eating disorder. If you are struggling, please reach out. Talk to your parents, friends, your physician, or call the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) hotline at (800) 931-2237.

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