My mom and I will be attending a NEDA Walk in April. I am beyond excited to participate this year, it’s been on my bucket list for a long while now! I know it will be a fun day and awesome opportunity to get together with others in recovery/raising awareness, but that’s not why I’m walking.

NEDA walks raise money for the National Eating Disorder Association. The funds will support individuals and families affected by eating disorders. Some programs and services offered by NEDA include an online screening tool, support groups, legislation advocacy, research grants, connecting sufferers to treatment options, and funding initiatives to prevent eating disorders.

As you may already know, I am one of the 30 million Americans who will struggle with an eating disorder in their lifetime. I have spent years in this battle. It’s affected every area of my life – friends, family, school, passions, and overall well-being. It’s been a long journey, but thanks to some amazing support and treatment programs, I am still fighting strong. My hope is that I will be able to help others like me in pursuing recovery and spread awareness about eating disorders.

I am walking for myself and everyone else who has struggled or will struggle with an eating disorder. I hope that through the contributions I can make I will be able to impact others.

I hesitated whether to ask for donations here on my blog, but I’ve decided I would, since this is why I’m walking. If you are willing and able to donate, please let me know. I won’t be posting the link publicly but I’ll send it to anyone who asks via my email revivingemily@gmail.com

Thank you!

For information about NEDA, NEDA walks, eating disorders, and more, visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org