Eating disorders can completely upend your life, resulting in an uphill battle to establish a sense of normalcy and control.
In this episode, Deena walks us through her toughest days of living with depression alongside an eating disorder, and addresses listener questions about her treatment and ongoing healing journey.
In this episode, you also hear:
- Managing guilt and multiple eating disorders
- Balancing mental health and treatment
- Challenges of body dysmorphia and being in recovery
Must-listen moments:
[00:08:32] No, I will never be cured. I will be in recovery is what I'm going to be.
[00:13:37] It's not a magic pill, and so, yes, I do continue to take it and I will always need it, because something in my brain doesn't make a certain chemical to keep me level-headed and so I'm going to always need some type of antidepressant to do that. And it's made a huge impact in my life.
[00:17:52] I compare myself to other people constantly. I think that's where communication comes in and having a sponsor, having someone that you can trust to speak to. I think they're normal feelings to have because I still have them after all these years.
Thank you for listening. Whether you’re suffering from an eating disorder or you’re a caring friend or family member, we’d love to hear from you via email at eatthatfat@gmail.com
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