Really, relapse is common and to be expected in many cases of anorexia, bulimia and binge eating.  After all, it’s tough to get rid of a habit, even an unhealthy one; how many smokers stay cigarette-free forever the first time they quit? 

If you’re scared that you’ll slide back into Ana’s arms, congratulations — you’ve taken the first step toward ensuring you won’t!  You’ve identified a trigger, in this case a return to an environment that is fraught with uncertainty, excitement, peer pressure, worry and newness.  Naming your fears can absolutely help to overcome them.  In fact, you might want take this process a step further and write down exactly what concerns you and why you’re afraid that back to school could interfere with your eating disorder recovery.

It’s worth a shot.  Anything to make your life Ana- or Mia-free is worth trying.

Post from: Blisstree

Back to School Doesn’t Have to Mean Back to Ana