Mental Illness Isn’t a Spectacle

I used to laugh at Britney Spears’s self-shaved head, Lindsay Lohan’s cringeworthy public appearances, and Amanda Bynes’s incoherent … More

Unapologetic

I was once the type of girl who apologized for sneezing. I felt as if my existence put a strain … More

I once thought recovery meant always feeling at peace with who I am. I envisioned having a perfect life where … More

Her mask shields her face as she watches the world go by; laughter erupts, couples dance as music plays. She … More

I bit my lip nervously as I sat back in a cushioned chair. “But what if I’m nothing without my … More

When I was 12 I decided that if I had little control over my life, I would control my body … More

When faced with the question “Who am I?” I realize I do not have an answer. Maybe I am defined … More

Dear body, I am sorry for not appreciating you and all of the places you allow me to go. Instead … More

Some moments in recovery are more challenging than others. Although I wish I never developed bulimia in the first place, … More

It is often assumed that people with eating disorders are narcissistic, vain and overly competitive. Of course, some people fit … More