Welcome back to the peripheral.

Today is World Eating Disorder Action Day.

And I have a very special guest named Sam,

who, as of the publishing of this episode,

has been in recovery for one year.

For anyone that's struggling with an eating disorder, there will be resources linked in the show notes.

I'll also post links on social media.

I'm currently traveling on the road, so my voice might sound a little weird because I'm recording from my phone.

But I hope you enjoy the episode.

Please reach out if you have any questions.

Hey, I'm Sam, and I have a few disclaimers and prefaces that I would like to say before we start.

I recognize my immense privilege in having had consistent access to medical care.

I'm sharing my experience living with anorexia nervosa, binge purge subtype.

I am only speaking for myself.

Eating disorders exist and can be lethal in bodies of all shapes and sizes.

Eating disorders exist regardless of race, gender identity, sexuality, age, or socioeconomic status. You are sick enough to get help.

Every eating disorder is valid. Every eating disorder is profound suffering. Every eating disorder can

potentially be fatal. You are worthy of help no matter what your illness is telling you,

and you are not alone.

I recommend that everyone reads the book Sick Enough by Dr. Jennifer Gadiani.

Links to Nita Resources and Hotline will be in the show notes.

Obvious content warning for eating disorders.

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