Why Me... Published Anonymously...

Why Me? Why did this disorder choose me? I certainly didn't want it... I wouldn't wish it on anyone.

It controls me daily, it makes me lie, it makes me selfish and I just think to myself why me?

I just want me to have a brain that doesn't make me hate myself.

Most of all I just want my family to trust me and not to be asked every day "what have you eaten today?" I want to be able to enjoy food without it telling me all these awful thoughts.

I know one day this will no longer control me and I cannot wait for that day but I do think to myself "why me?"

This piece was submitted to me by a member of the Healing With Niomi community, they asked for it to be shared anonymously and I am honored to be able to provide a space where their voice can be heard.

Community Voices exists to remind us that we are not alone in our struggles, thoughts or experiences. Every story shared here is published with permission and with the hope that it may help someone else feel seen.

Thank you to the community member who trusted me with their words.

With Love, Niomi 🤎