A Possible Answer to My Prayers
It is too soon to tell, but I picked up the book titled “Beating Ana” yesterday and felt this huge weight lifted off my shoulders. The book is filled with hope, honesty, and this infectious positive energy. I have done a lot of my recovery in a group and then on my own. In my own experience, the 12 step program I did, Food Addicts (different from Food Addicts Anonymous) left a bad taste in my mouth. I do believe in the program, but the people I worked with (though some were nice) - for the most part, I don’t believe in them. I don’t believe in judging and that is exactly what was happening to me. Please do not mix up these people I am referring to with the power of a 12 step program. My experience was just not good and unhealthy for my self esteem, so I left. Though I know I don’t want to return to that 12 step program, I do know now that I would like something similar in my life. I think “Beating Ana” may lead to my solution. It is too soon to tell, but I was so affected by the first 30 pages of the book, I felt it necessary to write about it. I will keep you posted on my experience. Recovery isn’t easy and I know I am not alone in this process. My heart goes out to all of you who are struggling with an eating disorder. Even if “Beating Ana” doesn’t end up being the right solution for myself, you should check it out. It might be the right fit for you.
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