Why, hello! If you’re reading this, you’re likely a friend or family member of mine. I’ll be a bit more formal for this paragraph and thank you for taking the time to check out my blog. Perhaps you’ll enjoy what you see and decide to continue reading it as I continue writing it. Perhaps you’ll never return. Whatever you choose to do, I appreciate the time you’ve taken to at least come look at it.

I decided to start this blog as yet another way of documenting my recovery from anorexia and self-harm. My goal is to be as honest and open as I can in my posts. Good and bad, ups and downs, victories and defeats, recovery and relapse. I will only guarantee 100% honesty in my own personal journal that only my eyes see. I’m going to strive to make this blog a close third to my journal and therapy sessions though.

Five years ago, I never would have thought I’d grow to love writing so much and spend free time writing so willingly. I’ve fallen in love with bleeding my thoughts and emotions onto a piece of paper over the past year though. Journaling is part of my nightly routine, and it’s a part I rarely skip. It’s nice to clear the cluster in my head by writing it out. Writing helps me sort through things, see things tangibly, read over them at a later date, express emotions, and truly be honest with myself.

Writing is a much easier form of communication than talking for me. I’m able to be honest in my writing. I’m able to more clearly explain things and express emotions. All of this has lead me to starting this blog: a place for me to let you all in on my struggles and victories. I hope you all are able to gain some insight into my own personal journey from the words that will be written on this page. I’m also hoping you’ll be able to better understand eating disorders- specifically anorexia- and self-harm. I’d love it even more if others began to gain awareness and find inspiration in my words, but that’s something I’m willing to wait to experience in the far away future.

I don’t view my struggles with anorexia and self-harm as sad, debilitating things. They’ve certainly changed my life and will always be part of my story now, but they’re not going to stop me. I’m really hoping to use them to the benefit and aid of others. I’m really hoping to use them to help further the Kingdom of God.

I’m still figuring things out as I go along. I still have my ups and downs. I’m making an effort to go in the right direction though. And for now, that’s all I can continue to do.

Enjoy a look around while you’re here!

Much love- Jordan