Ep:24: Recovery never ends- The story of Elise Hawkins and her battle with an eating disorder and depression.
Talking about mental illness is something we knew we always wanted to do. It was important to both of us to spread the word and sentiment that you are not alone and that there is always someone out there to help. When Elise agreed to share her story we were super thankful. She is very vulnerable in sharing some very hard times in her life. Her inner demons of self hatred had a spiraling effect into her having an obsession with working out which led to an eating disorder. Elise struggled for a long time before attempting suicide over 10 years ago. Although in a much better place, she is open that her recovery has never ended. She attributes most of her success learning to try to love herself is through teaching workout classes and training for Ironman competitions. Yes, we want to think that all things are rainbows and sunshine after 10 years, but as Elise explains, she still has to put in the hard work mentally to stay ahead of her disease. Follow along with us as we learn that recovery is a lifelong journey and the ones that seem the toughest can be struggling too. Elise is even working towards bettering the policies within the ER when healthcare professionals are dealing with suicidal patients. Below we have listed some sites and numbers for anyone struggling or maybe know someone that may need help.
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
1-800-273-8255
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
1-800-931-2237
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