Recovery from anorexia is hands down the hardest thing I’ve ever done. It was the most physically and mentally painful experience of my life, this time around more so than ever, because I actually committed to it in a way I never have before.

There were countless times where it felt like it was completely impossible and that giving up was the easier option, but I’m so glad I persevered. Here are some things I remind myself when it gets difficult.

Your eating disorder isn’t on your side
I know that’s hard to believe when it constantly tells you the opposite. You think you will be lost without it, and that it keeps you safe and secure. It convinces you that you need it and that it’s the most important thing in your life. I promise you that isn’t true. An eating disorder will take and take and take until…