Client Quote #61: community

This client noticed when they changed their group of friends, it became easier to challenge the ED. In fact, the social anxiety they experienced hanging out with a group of people who didn’t align with their values may have contributed to the development of their ED in the first place. It wasn’t easy of course- making new connections while setting boundaries with old ones. 

But once they saw others eating normally, enjoying foods freely, and they felt they could immerse themselves in conversations that had little to do with looks, people pleasing, and petty drama, they didn’t need the ED to cope as much. 

Even just one solid friend who encourages you to be yourself, who you know has your best interest at heart, and reminds you of what life could be like- sometimes that’s all it takes for things to shift.