In August of 2019, I developed an eating disorder. My art this year follows both my own story struggling with anorexia and bulimia, and general common characteristics of the disorders. From when the initial symptoms display to the freedom of recovering, and the uncomfortable reality in between.
I didn't choose to show the most extreme cases of anorexia and bulimia in my art, because that’s not an accurate representation of what most people suffering will go through. In reality, ED's are a self destructive, messy, and complex cycle of behaviors that don’t always result in emaciation. 1 in 10 Americans will have an eating disorder in their lifetimes, and whether it's Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, Orthorexia, Anorexia or Bulimia, all will suffer. Check in on your friends, and reach out if you're struggling. You are worth it.
i only started getting better cause i met such an amazing person named Kevin who i look up to and hope to be like one day