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I’ve struggled with body dysmorphia, binge eating, and bulimia for several years now. ⠀
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I’m bringing this up as a means to be a voice for those of you who feel you don’t know where to turn or who to reach out to. I know your struggle. I was there. And if I’m being honest, I’m not completely out of the woods yet. ⠀
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Ironically, diet & fitness culture are negatively impacting our mental and physical health. As a young man, I felt immense pressure to be bigger, look stronger, and constantly be thinking about what foods I should be eating. I know I’m not alone here. These industries push for profit, not personal love and progress. ⠀
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Over the years, I became increasingly consumed by thoughts of food and body image. Often, most of my actions and daily plans revolved around eating and working out. It was a perpetuating cycle fuelled mainly by guilt and shame. ⠀
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I am no longer ashamed. I am not ashamed of the issues I had, and the ones I continue to face. There is light in the face of struggle and it as a deep well of experience. That experience is a means for us to offer vulnerability, knowledge, and ultimately create connections and bonds with each other. We thrive in communities; open, loving, and accepting communities. ⠀
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If you’re struggling with food, body image, diet, etc. you’re not alone. You’d be surprised at the people who’d be willing to offer their time and presence to see you through your strife. And coming from someone who has a block when it comes to asking for help, I know that struggle too. But don’t isolate yourself my friends. Be courageous and seek out the love your deserve. ⠀
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