9 MONTHS IN ANOREXIA RECOVERY: 9 things i've learned

here all all the things that have helped me get to the place i'm in now - i hope they'll help some of you too.
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[@maya7190]

honestly, the biggest thing I notice are ur eyes. At the beginning of ur journey, they were duller. As you've recovered, they've honestly taken a glow to them. I can almost see the recovery in your eyes, they just look so much fuller and full of life. ur doing such a good job, lysm

[@RoMitchell]

what a lovely compliment ! thank you so much

[@biac.2680]

💙

[@writingisfun9842]

@@RoMitchell Hey, it's me again. I hope you've done much better behind the scenes than that one time you showed your meltdown. You seem good, just wanna make sure. None of my business if you don't wanna share though.

[@lunistice7601]

She really is glowing. In her early videos she looked a tad sad and scared but now she looks so much better. Idk how it is behind the scenes but I can tell she’s doing much better!

[@emmaleahy3942]

As a mental health therapist, I really REALLY appreciate you so much for being brave and sharing your story. Thank you for inspiring all the clients I share this with.

[@RoMitchell]

how lovely! thank you 🤎

[@anae.r3207]

one thing that I learnt from recovery was that food is not only calories. It's a great source to cope with your day as well as it gathers people. I could not imagine my life without meeting my friends almost every Friday to have dinner together. To sum up, food goes beyond calories

[@RoMitchell]

yes! yes yes yes

[@finjastarke4320]

Your KZbin videos really help me a lot. With your posts you motivate me to keep going and not to give up. I guess I'm not the only one feeling like that. I usually get something to eat while watching your videos to distract myself a little and that works really well! Thank you so much! You're doing amazing!❤️

[@RoMitchell]

this makes me so happy :) thanks so much

[@nyawile]

forgot the time difference between the uk and the netherlands... so i was so excited and ready at 17:00 and then i realised I still needed to wait an hour 🤧 btw here are some video idea's: 1. making jewellery while doing a q and a 2. Fashion related videos (look books, hauls etc) 3. Morning routine (because we NEED to know how you do your make up so flawlessly 4. Making biscoff from scratch And i just wanted to say that im so thankfull for your existence because you've helped (and still does) me a lot xxx

[@RoMitchell]

nooo sorry about that :,) and thank you!! all my love

[@rms3062]

Hahah same, i was sitting there like “where is ittttt”☹️

[@amistewart1194]

These sound so good!

[@st.stalli3234]

I struggle so much at the moment, I ate pancakes today as Dinner and i feel horrible, but your Videos help me so much! You are literally my comfort KZbinr. You help me fight against bad thoughts and motivate me so much, keep going you are perfect!

[@RoMitchell]

all my love!!

[@kathleendowner6506]

Eat pancakes tommorow xx

[@toastedcinnamon4275]

I have a yt channel that gives out advice and tips on how to deal with Ed recovery, you can check it out if you want to 😊

[@viraywazny5994]

On the clothing sizes note: I wear the same size as my friend who is about a foot taller than me and at least 30lbs lighter. The same shirt looks different on both of us. Sizes are relative. And we are both beautiful :)

[@maddiejaneec]

RO! I just want to say HOW PROUD I am of you! I have been documenting my own ED recovery journey on my channel and following along with your story. You are doing such a great job and I am here cheering you on all the way! Keep kickin’ the ED in the butt 💪

[@lottyjibson4554]

Thank you Ro for helping so many people and sharing your journey. Lysm ❤️

[@RoMitchell]

ily 🤎

[@abbyjordan8835]

Dear Ro, I promise not to overwhelm you- but I listened to this posting again tonight. I live in the US. I also shared it with my therapist- who is a wonderful woman whom I started with in 2014. I chose my version of recovery because I developed a very rare illness in 2013 which was the one type of abuse that I realized I didn’t deserve. It’s called, ironically, Mitchell’s disease. - you can Google it. But my body cannot control temperature anymore and my feet and lower legs turn bright red and burn at all times because my feet think that 60 degrees is 110. It is torture. So I called it my epiphany but I know that my routine is still regimented. I have watched many recovery posts before but, honestly, your ability to perceive and explain what you have learned are the exact things that I struggle with and your words here -in your 17 minute video- had been more helpful than anything I have heard or read. You have immense insight into what your anorexic life took from you but also what you have had to accept or change in order to live a full life. I am so proud of you for learning this at age 19. My unhealthy relationship with my body and food started in childhood because my mother, my only parent, had an eating disorder- not anorexia but she excluded many foods from our “ allowed” diet. I learned the rules but never knew I had the “ wrong “ rule book I lost most of my life to AN not at drastic weights always but in my point of view. Then I got this disease and that was my impetus to change but now 8 years or quasi I know that this is not food freedom. Your words are so wise and you care indeed I role model and! If you were to choose it, you could be a therapist for sure God bless you and take care. Your words are powerful and much appreciated! Best, Abby

[@roosv260]

I love the fact that she bleeped out the amount of calories. This shows that she genuinely cares about us. This is what a real recovery channel looks like. Keep up the good work, you really helped me out a lot💕

[@-dn-sdrawberiee253]

I saw an older video before stumbling onto this one and girl...you are BEAUTIFUL. I'm talking your eyes, face, lips, smile- I don't even know you but seeing how being healthy and lively enhances your natural features almost makes me tear up. Being in a better place really shows in all sorts of ways. You're literally glowing right now.

[@Enoxix.]

I got by your channel by posting something about my eating disorder on another channel, someone mentioned you. I’m going to watch your videos and hope I’ll learn something and maybe I can make the next step. I’m at the point that I eat everything but only at night and in 1 go. I’ve also been at the point that you are in now, it’s a real struggle. It’s good (for me) to see someone else having the same struggles I had and openly talk about it. I wish you all the best in your recovery and just to let you know, you’re not alone 🙂 ❤️. And you’re number two point is a struggle I still have. Weightnumbers still control me a lot… it can make a good day into a bad day, but how you talk about it already let me think about it more. 🙂

[@toastedcinnamon4275]

I have a yt channel for ed recovery too, you can check it out if you want to :)

[@mollyg3727]

The part where you say how you missed the girl you used to be - I feel that hun like I used to smile all the time, I was known as being that kind, funny and smiley girl to my close friends and family and suddenly it all changed and unfortunately I’m not that person anymore. I’m trying to get back to that point thought so keep pushing!

[@user-gd9xf8np9i]

Your voice is just so calming that i just let it play when i read 😌

[@RoMitchell]

that’s so sweet ahh

[@donnabursey1457]

"I'm not going to be happy restricting...the only thing that would be happy would be the anorexia. " (paraphrased) -this is so true. I don't have anorexia, but if you substitute body image/ego-yeah. This is a true reminder to be guided by better than the images you see everywhere of what "attractive women" should look like. Thank you.

[@meganoreo1839]

I'm proud of you Ro 💜 you're doing amazing

[@RoMitchell]

thank you!

[@Sirsockbuddy]

so in awe and cheering you on! your mindset changes show so much resilience and power! ♥️

[@carinetang6605]

I'm literally SO PROUD OF YOU !!

[@libbydorvilliers1453]

This is amazing! I am almost at my 9 months in recovery and one big thing I have learned is that I do not have to be sick to be shown love! Keep fighting!

[@RoMitchell]

yes i like that one a lot!! it’s so important xxxx

[@harmonyhope1709]

The weighing thing is such a big thing and something I have really struggled with at times and everything you said is so true!

[@kathleendowner6506]

Me to its such an obsession but I just say even if I weigh I just keep up recovery xx

[@isabellagutowski2862]

So happy to see you doing well and continuing to show yourself love & compassion. It takes a lot of courage and commitment : )

[@rosiesmedley7993]

Thank you so much for this video, they’re sooo helpful. I also love your jumper by the way x

[@ligiabeatriz3573]

you are so strong and we're so proud of you! thank you for sharing your experience and helping so many people 🖤

[@gbee5467]

Couldn't wait for this upload! Thank you for your videos and sharing your journey. I hope you know how much you have inspired me and I'm sure others xx

[@angelicaatzeni4176]

Hii Ro I'm currently on my 4th month of recovery and all I can say is thank you so much for having pulled me throughout it with your kind and supportive words and your beautiful mindset that I have been learning while watching you growing and blooming into the amazing creature you are today. My therapist was genuinely impressed by mine grown-up mindset and confidence and it's all because of you, and I will never be able to say how much I'm grateful for your presence on this planet. Have a wonderful day Ro and take care, luv u

[@toastedcinnamon4275]

I have a yt channel that documents my recovery and gives out advice and help to those recovering, you can check it out if you want to 😊

[@itsizzy2140]

this was so reassuring for me, it came at such a perfect time for me to hear. thank you i’m so grateful for you sharing your recovery with us

[@nikolasincorporated]

I’m so glad you’re back. I missed your presence here and keep going 💪🏻 strong !

[@inesbical4836]

Girl, you're an amazing inspiration.

[@jennypxl]

so proud of you Ro ❤️ you’ve helped me & so many others. you are truly an inspiration, your honesty & wisdom is so healing. sending you all the love in the world

[@katmoody9172]

go ro go!! thank you for inspiring and motivating me along my recovery journey!!

[@CXVIGeriCXVI]

You're such a force for positive good, so happy you make the videos 💗

[@Dan-gv8js]

You should be so proud of yourself, you’re doing amazing! Your videos help me so much, so thank you ❤️

[@emilydavis7718]

I’ve watched you right from the beginning, and it’s so inspiring how far you’ve come! I hope to be like you one day, your such a fighter! Truly brave and amazing 💕

[@carladimitrova9434]

Ro you don’t even realise how much you help us, I’m so grateful I have been following you from the beginning of your recovery journey 💓

[@freakybats]

Your videos are the reason I’m recovering thank you for sharing your journey

[@izzy08x]

thanks Ro. you are honestly helping me so much and I'm so grateful. xx

[@saint1563]

you’re so strong and have come such a long way. Be proud of yourself. Love you beautiful

[@millamaygarrow5025]

Thank you so much for everything you do, couldn't be prouder xxx

[@cassandraplaner754]

I am so proud of you! You made it so far ❤️ this makes me so emotional 😭

[@yasmine7051]

i can’t say this enough : i’m so proud of you ro. i love how you think so much and it helps me with improving my own mindset. you are incredible xX

[@beatrice_cazzago666]

This is the video I needed today without knowing I needed it

[@annapalmer8064]

So glad you are doing well in your recovery. You have such a kind and calming presence, and I always enjoy watching and learning from your videos. Keep on smashing it Ro xx

[@nicoleannkyle]

Welcome back! I wasn’t too worried, I thought you have been busy with university. I’m so proud of you for all of the strides you have made. Thank you. Thank you for your honesty, your inspiration, and your perseverance. You are such an amazing woman.

[@marie_ls]

I am so proud of you! You are absolutely kicking butts! You are auch a kind, loving, inspiring strong woman. You deserve the best. You inspired me to finally tackle my emotional eating habit.

[@lalalafalala9032]

thankyou for this, i was losing the motivation recently in recovery and this video is now my motivation - you shoukd totally do a podcast on something like this it would be amazingly helpful

[@britneygoddess7697]

You look totally amazing

[@ellamae6382]

This gave me so much hope and inspiration ❤️ Love what you said about the clothing sizes and learning to not listen to exact calories too, so encouraging. Really relate to what you said about personality as well, Ed’s really do strip you of everything. You give me so much hope to carry on xx

[@irispennings]

Seeing how far you’ve come in 9 months is so wonderful. Makes me see that anything is possible if you believe in yourself. You’re amazing, gorgeous and such in inspiration! Keep up the good work girl! ❤️🧡💚🤍💜💛

[@pinkconverse377]

I’m so happy for you Ro! Food and numbers is getting easier and easier by the day after a year and a half in recovery. I’m so glad that yours is going well to and that you’re truly giving it your all. I definitely didn’t give it my all my first 9 months. You got this

[@ariabarna9494]

Thank you so much for everything Ro! You have no idea how much of an inspiration you are and just how much you've helped me through recovery. Your videos and your journey is one of the things that give me motivation to always keep going, and I'm so incredibly thankful that you choose to share it with us. Ilysm

[@carladimitrova9434]

thank you for being such an inspiration for my recovery journey

[@emilym1280]

I haven’t watched your videos for a while, and when I checked in on your channel and started this video, I got emotional! I’m so proud of you and how far you’ve come. There’s more colour in your cheeks, your eyes are shining brighter and you’re looking so much happier. Congratulations on 9 months of recovery - you deserve to feel wonderful 💕

[@hannasartorius8818]

so proud of you 💖

[@carolgomes2296]

This channel is so lovely! This video was so cozy, it was a nice start for my day. I wish you the best with your recovery. I’ve been watching you for quite awhile you’re amazing. Take care ☺️

[@mill1757]

you are honestly one of the biggest reasons why i began recovery and i am so so grateful for that, thank you so much for sharing your journey and wisdom with the world - you are truly incredible

[@liv269]

so grateful for you ro

[@mariaantoniajimenez1631]

Ro!! I love you thank you for giving me support in my recovery❤️❤️

[@RoMitchell]

sending all my love xxxxx

[@juliaespinos8884]

This is just what I needed, thank you so much💜

[@ambearinkorea]

You’re such a big inspiration in my recovery journey

[@RoMitchell]

i promise you that things will be okay - keep going xxxxx

[@tiffanybrett1586]

Thank you SOooo much for posting this! I shared it with my husband so he can understand better what our daughter is going through. I hope that understanding better will help us better support her through her own recovery.❤️

[@Iamsenag]

going scale free literally helped my recovery the MOST! I've been not weighing myself for a year now in recovery and I'm happier than before! So proud of you Ro x Because of you I have managed to reach the point where I can continue my all in recovery in uni without my parents!Thank youx

[@toastedcinnamon4275]

I have a yt channel that documents my recovery and gives out advice and help to those recovering, you can check it out if you want to 😊

[@noelambrus3937]

new video!!!

[@RoMitchell]

that’s so sweet thank u!

[@SophieTheGymnast2005]

Everybody is SO proud of you

[@deyaniraramos1396]

Ro you've done it again. I'm so moved and inspired by you. It does help so much to hear from others perspective on their recovery journey and what they are gotten from it so far. I do can relate but I felt like I haven't really let myself just be, to trust more in the process and stick with it longer. But now I do feel like I can learn more myself. I'm so happy and proud of you for even saying those things such as anorexia being something you needed to change inorder to get to a place where you can fix/manage the other things that you are struggling wth, that is so true. I love to hear how you are more capable of seeing what is truly best for you now (your human you do make mistakes sometimes, yes..) that yes to the things you want to try or do and saying no to the things that aren't helpful for you mentally, emotionally and physically. I appreciated this so. I always get excited to hear from you(don't worry no pressure to keep posting or do want I think is better for me). You are so incredibly, so intelligent, so wise and a warm loving soul. Love you loads Ro.🖤💜💙🆓🌄😑😊😌💪🥊🗣️☕🎥☮️☯️

[@nellgreenhalgh1106]

This is my comfort account, ily so much you make me feel so validated🥰xxx

[@rms3062]

Thank you so much for your video’s Ro

[@babsi4279]

I just wanted to say that you’re a such an inspiration not just for me, for everyone! since i'm in recovery i have watched your videos and they help me so much! Every time when I struggle, I watch ur vids and they are helping me a lot!! thank you for your kind support, I’m proud of you

[@aurorasbloom8257]

thank you so much for taking about losing yourself and your personality during this all because i can relate so much. hopefully i get back to it too. love you ro ,3

[@sofiabenitez1361]

I'm proud of how far you've come! I'm proud of YOU ♡

[@d.brooke3048]

you inspire me in so many ways. youre doin absolutely amazing

[@RoMitchell]

thank you

[@natashafournier]

ur channel is so helpful. enjoying watching your videos for motivation and comfort

[@meganwestberry6698]

not sure how or why i stumbled upon your channel, but watching the life come back into your eyes has been truly beautiful! i wish you all the best, sweet Ro.

[@jemimabean]

We are all so proud of you, you are helping so many💛

[@hollypenfold5997]

so lovely to see ur growth from jan to now ! thank u for ur content

[@RoMitchell]

thanks for being here

[@aurallistine]

So proud, ur doing amazing ♥♥ This video was so helpful and inspiring

[@kileym.6530]

I’ve learned so much more from than I’ve even began to learn in therapy I cannot thank you enough. I have learned in recovery that food is art in so many ways and should be celebrated. There’s so many different combinations and history behind recipes and I think that is beautiful. I’ve started to love cooking/baking and I always continue to eat my favorite foods when I discover something I like while also trying new things. Recovery is so exciting and freeing.

[@gabiimg333]

So proud of you! 💙

[@Angelina_Ho]

I am in recovery right now and I really needed to hear all that! Thank you so much for sharing! :)

[@ceitidhclark706]

You’ve done so so amazing Ro, we’re all so proud of you. Thank you so much for inspiring so many people in their recovery, including me. I always watch your vids while eating as a comfort. 🤍

[@UisImportant7]

Keep pushing! You'll pull through. The voice will get much easier to control with time. Proud of you 💖

[@chocolateoreo6489]

AW love your videos bring me so much joy and they are so helpful! I am so glad to see you glowing as truly yourself

[@mariannalendaro3367]

You're glowing girl✨😍looking so beautiful 💕

[@josephriccardi9735]

You are amazing. I been watching your videos for the last few weeks. I'm struggling in a relapse. Your videos are keeping me on wanting to not give up and seek help. I love what you are doing to help others. ♥️♥️♥️

[@anikamunn663]

You give me so much hope 💛 ily your the best

[@user-li4tf4ny5e]

Missed you, Thank You for being strong!!! LOVE YOU, RO, keep fighting!❣️

[@RoMitchell]

thanks for being here!🤎

[@liviaramos365]

you're so inspiring. thank you 🥺❤

[@RoMitchell]

all my love xxxxxx

[@cacheljoubert9900]

Everything you’ve said is so so true! ❤️ thank you for sharing with others. Sending love your way x

[@juliettegeurts1146]

During my recovery I've learnt that talking about my problems doesn't make me a looser or a weak person. Thanks you Ro for your video and your positivity ! I'm currently in the hospital for anorexia and you make me believe that I can recover !!! I'm so proud of you and how far you came !

[@terrip8451]

I love the intro! I've missed your videos 💖

[@RoMitchell]

🤎thank you

[@alanadufoor412]

I am sooo fuckin proud! You have been glowing up so much when I watch you're first video again!

[@RoMitchell]

thank you :,)

[@Ren-il3xn]

I just came here after watching your fear foods video from February. Let me say this, YOU ARE AMAZING!!! It is extremely difficult to overcome an ED, but you did it and you're happier, healthier, and so much livlier now! So proud of you 😘😘

[@natashacuvelier7185]

Honestly I’ve been so busy I’ve missed a fair few of your uploads and need to catch up! But my goodness you’re glowing!! Jesus Christ! You look back at your first videos 8 months ago, to now! And wow! Honestly well done! It’s been hard and we’ve all followed you! But you look so much happier, and glower! And your hair is thriving! 😭♥️😍 I honestly love to see it xxx

[@ellielynch2]

ro, this week has been really hard. i’ve felt guilt for not exercising and still eating the same amount, and it has fogged my brain. whenever you post, it’s like i have a friend that knows exactly what i’m going through. you’re so strong and comforting, and i’m so grateful for you and your bravery to share your journey.

[@heelshens7453]

Super proud of you and hope everything works out in the best of ways for you great job✋

[@goosegirl3424]

Thanks so much Ro. You are so precious. Want to send you love and positive vibes!! It is really reassuring and encouraging to hear your lessons and after I've spent so long struggling and trying to recover it is wonderful to find you and people like Megsy who have actually gone through the process. It's so helpful. So much love to you and your family xxx

[@moiramurphy9959]

this video was the perfect reminder that the path to healing I'm on right now is indeed the right way to go. Sending love to you 🤍

[@ceryslisahill6377]

your videos really help me in recovery thank you for being so amazing you're doing so well

[@michellehorning2216]

Ro, you are so genuine, gentle and beautiful. You speak from your heart and this comes through. You are a deep inspiration and you sharing your story so authentically is a stepping stone of hope for so many of us. Thank you! Love you so much! 💕

[@kaylae9242]

absolutely amazing video Ro! so so proud of you! your journey is what keeps me motivated to continue my own anorexia recovery, I'm happier than I've been in a long time thanks to recovery influencers like yourself.