Real Stories
Our real stories have been submitted by real people who have recovered and want to share their experiences to provide hope to others that recovery is possible.
We review all stories submitted to us to ensure they don’t contain potentially triggering content. However, as these are personal reflections of experiences with eating disorders – and sometimes other mental health issues – posts may contain themes, topics, and descriptions that you may find difficult or upsetting to read. Please do put your own wellbeing first and if you are feeling vulnerable, scroll past, return another day, or access our support services.
Emily’s story
I’m Emily, aged 27, and I am in recovery from anorexia nervosa. From the age of 11, I’ve been fighting a silent battle with my mental health…
Sarah’s story
My name is Sarah, aged 32, and I am in recovery from bulimia nervosa. Befriending helped me to believe that recovery was really possible…
Emma’s story
I’m Emma, an author, mum, countryside lover and anorexia survivor based in Sussex. I have always found solace in writing…
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