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 The Inside Looking Out  [13+]
A story of my experience going through an eating disorder and coming to terms with it
by klabrosse
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Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
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Well, first of all let me congratulate you on achieving this amazing level of insight! This is not easy to do. I've been working as a counselor for a few years now, and nothing, and I mean nothing, delights me more than seeing that "aha" moment. And this piece, to me, represents that.

You've given a thorough description of this treacherous disorder. I love how you described the stages. You broke them down and dissected them perfectly so that everyone could understand, even those who have no immediate knowledge of this condition. And the last stage was truly moving, and your label for it actually made me slow down.

Some people might think that you're exaggerating, but it is nothing like that. It is truly, and exactly, what it feels like. This disorder, like many others, is a thief, that robs people of what once made them who they are. A dark obsession that offers only one form of release. And the sense of control that you described. Boy are you on point. Yes, this can be found at the heart of many disorders; from OCD to anxiety, feeling like one is in "control" is always a motivating force. And the true evil is that one is never truly in control.


I loved reading this. I think you speak for a lot of people, and many would relate to what you wrote. I am so glad you managed to take real control of the situation, and the knowledge and insight with which you wrote tell me that you are on the right track.

I am so happy for you *ConfettiR* *ConfettiR* *ConfettiR*

This is my favorite line:"No one ever warns you that it's possible to break your own heart." Wow, such a powerful description!

As a matter of fact, this piece is filled with many beautiful descriptions, which is yet another reason why I enjoyed reading it.

That being said, these two lines might need a little editing: "that will altar your life forever."

And:

"The person you once were has fades away"

In the first one you used "altar" instead of "alter" and the second one has an extra "has."

Aside from those two lines this was just perfect!

I am looking forward to reading more about your experience and even more of your works.

Very nicely done!



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