Her hair swayed in the wind, caressing her cheeks and gently wrapping itself around her gentle features. The first few droplets could be felt and she opened her arms wide, welcoming the water as if they were a source of energy. Splattered patterns of wet fabric formed spirals and swirls on her summer clothes as … Continue reading Ambient Piece
Today I would like to talk about a very specific issue, impulses. Ever since I started manifesting pathological behaviour, they have been a huge problem and have led to very dangerous behaviours on many occasions. When I talk about impulses, I am referring to that series of self-harming actions that one may feel compelled to … Continue reading Impulses
There are many ways not to listen to music but one in particular tops all others. I'm sure you are all aware of that little icon you can tap, also known as "repeat one". Whenever you see this item, trust me, don't press it. Ever, it's a trap. You see, music producers, especially talented ones, … Continue reading How NOT to Listen to Music
This post is different from others, in a sense meaning that I don't have that much to say precisely, however I feel that my current emotional state is such that sharing it with you is a good idea. It's very simple actually, more simple than anything I have tried to explain before. So simple, yet … Continue reading Happiness
A few days ago I wrote a post about the fear of change. This is because, over the last few days, I was overwhelmed by the thought of who I would be and what would remain of me without the eating disorder. It is always nice to imagine being healthy when you're so far away … Continue reading Leap of faith
I must say, I have never really been the girl to love shopping. Actually, truth be told, I hate it with all my heart. I am twenty years old and am still jubilant my mother still buys me most of my clothes! The very idea of having to walk around shops, try things on and … Continue reading How NOT to Shop (part 1: retail therapy)
Fear of change is nothing if not fear of the unknown. When failure is your certainty, it is fear of failure that becomes your cripple. Change implies the abandonment of a static condition of misery and illness. This may sound outstanding ; however... when that is all you know, the fear of failure and return … Continue reading Fear of Change
As already mentioned in previous posts, I spent a week in the United States. I was there to visit my family for my cousin's wedding and all things considered, I must say I had a lot of fun. This of course does not mean that there weren't any struggles. Weddings are of course big social … Continue reading A beautiful wedding… Social gatherings and difficulties
Travelling is fun. Everybody enjoys visiting new places, learning new customs and finding themselves immersed in a completely different culture. Whether for a more cultural or adventure packed trip, you're bound to have a lot of fun. Activities are great, as is sightseeing, trying the local cuisines and walking around new places in general. There … Continue reading How Not to Travel
Though I have much to say about New York and am having a great time on my trip, there is one problem: food. After having spent an entire day walking around lower Manhattan, me and my mother walked up Broadway to reach our Hotel in midtown. I had been restricting all day and am sad … Continue reading Defeat and Victory: an internal struggle, New York day 1 and 2
How NOT to be functional 