Fi’s Fight Back - appointment day

Lots of thinking but in a good way.
A shorter video as there are some much longer ones in there way!
Talking about burnt out and how it feels for me.
As always, any questions just pop them in the comments !
Thankyou to everyone who has simply been kind the last few weeks. It’s been very big. More in that soon.
#recovery #anorexiarecovery #dayinthelife #eatingdisorderrecovery #edrecovery #edrecovery #inpatient #recoveryispossible

[@spaceyl19]

I’m a doctor that sometimes does medical stabilization for ED and I just want you to know how much I’ve learned from watching your videos. I am more compassionate and thoughtful because I’ve watched your journey. You certainly don’t owe me or anyone else access to your life if it ever becomes too much, but please do also know that your contribution has been an invaluable resource to me and my patients by extension. ❤️

[@Finding_Fi]

I can't express how much this means to me. I screenshotted it and sent it to my parents. I am so thankful that I can be of help in anyway... it helps me knowing I can help others. Thankyou, from a patients perspective, for taking the time to try and further understand what I can appreciate is a very difficult an confusing illness. It makes a difference xxx

[@luckyloppy934]

congratulations on having meals home alone, such a big step 💗

[@Finding_Fi]

Thankyou Lucky! It is a big step, hopefully one that'll become less challenging overtime xxx

[@jessabuns3333]

I can tell you are getting so much stronger. Your eyes are bright and you look very proud of yourself. Keep going girl! You're facing so many moments that are scary and you are being so brave. ❤️ It's a privilege to see your journey. It's helping me in my own journey even though our situations are different.

[@Finding_Fi]

This comment means so much to me... thankyou. There are still challenges, but I hope the more I face them, the less they'll become. Thankyou so much for your kindness and support xxx

[@nicolacraghill4357]

You are truly amazing and speak so much sense, and truth, keep doing the next right thing and look after yourself, much love xx

[@Finding_Fi]

Thankyou so much Nicola! xxx

[@patriciasheridan7]

Wonderful, you took very good care of yourself during your 3 day time on your own! I’ve been waiting for your newest update. Challenging at times, it seems, but you knew how to handle it. You seem to be brighter, happier. An amazing and difficult journey, you have fought the good fight! “See the bird with the leaf in her mouth. After the Flood all the colors came out - it’s a beautiful day!” (U2 Beautiful Day.)

[@Finding_Fi]

Thankyou Patricia! It was a challenge, but the more I keep practicing these things, the easier they will become. What a beautiful quote. I will need to listen to the song! Thankyou for your support as always. xxx

[@mclugston5]

You are looking so good! Keep up the good work!

[@harmonyhope1709]

Love your t shirt in the "burnout" section of this video 💜🌵

[@aliciacanada1438]

Hi Fi! I just wanted to say great job on your progress and you should be so proud of yourself 💙 watching your videos are the highlight of my day! You got this!!

[@Finding_Fi]

Hey Alicia! Oh bless you, this has made my day! I'm so glad you like them. One day at a time, we've got this! xxx

[@VictoriaTheAlice]

I've been watching your videos since the beginning, it's so inspiring to see you combat the struggles of the ED! I hope you realize how much your honesty means to us. keep up the strenght, I wish you all the best!

[@savannarama4]

Is there a video missing? I had your q&a in my watch later and was looking forward to it after I got done with work etc. And its not there anymore? I saw the beginning..I believe you were talking about new bread. Please lmk because I feel like I'm going crazy and imagined videos existing that no longer exist. Love you!!

[@Finding_Fi]

Sorry love, I had to re-upload it as the audio wasn't working for some poeple! It's all up now

[@Natalia-sw8me]

Моя огромная поддержка вам!❤🤝😉

[@kecrn4132]

I think what you explained about burn out is quite true for most people…. And esp those of us with anorexia- I would say 99% of us always want to portray to others that we are ok and everything is under control and many of us deny that our EDs are an issue as well!!

[@Finding_Fi]

It can be such a difficult thing to manage. Recovery is about food and all, but its also about the way you manage life, stress and balance. I'm hoping that is something I am learning now! xxx

[@James-yx1bh]

🕊🌏💞keep🤗going💞🌏🕊

[@allisonhamilton1245]

You need to read the Spoon Theory. I think that will help you with the burn out explanation and understanding. Google the term. You are doing the next best thing .. It shows ❤️

[@Finding_Fi]

I've read it, it describes it perfectly. Thankyou Allison xxx

[@eleanorwilliams5038]

What Is the brand your bars are that you have at Your snack times? Xx

[@Finding_Fi]

Oh lots of different types! My favourites are alani and quest, and PM snacks tend to be swolesome and protein pantry :) xxx

[@AnisahKaren]

You are looking amazing !! really starting to see a spark in ur eyes :) which videos do u watch ?

[@James-yx1bh]

I🤗say to my🧚‍♂️self lungs keep🤗breathing🦄

[@James-yx1bh]

🧚‍♂️I😇got C🌹F so I🤗do understand🦄🦋🌈🕊

[@brittanycasey2460]

I’ve never looked at my issues as burnout, but you described what I go through sometimes as well. Always chalked it up to depression 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’ll bring it up to my therapist as a possibility. Thanks for making that video.

[@Finding_Fi]

I'm so glad I can help. I'm thinking of you Brittany

[@theBurrowTinyHouse]

Can you do a bit more on how you treat/handle the burnout differently than depression? Thanks! Also your eyes are so much more smiley and expressive lately. It’s a joy to see life coming back to your heart.

[@Finding_Fi]

Of course Clare! I'll make a note of it to talk about in future YT's. Thankyou! xxx

[@jotan17]

Fi, I TOTALLY understand your burnout…we are exactly alike. I think we could be twins. Sending a supporting hug to you 🥰

[@Finding_Fi]

It can be so difficult to manage, I'm sorry you experience the same. Sending gentle hugs your way! xxx

[@prayer_tent]

Bless you dear one. Burn out is a real thing and I'm so glad you are recognizing this and coming up with a plan to deal with it in a healthy way. Always praying for you hon.

[@Finding_Fi]

Thankyou so much love xxx

[@mistyswiftie13]

I totally understand the burn out, I've just started recovery, I can feel burn out approaching but im terrified because of my last burn out but I know that I'll be ok and it can only be better than last time!!

[@Finding_Fi]

It can be so difficult to manage. But recovery is about changing how we act and react to situations. Yes its about food to an extent, but also how we treat ourselves and approach things. I'm trying to learn to... not burn out! We will get there, one step at a time. xxx

[@mistyswiftie13]

i love your videos, I watch them when ever I'm down, I used to watch them to trigger myself to do better, but watching your videos helped me realise that you can't do the wrong thing right, as want your doing is right, you pulllled my out of a relapse that was worse then my first bout of anorexia itself, I was a week or 2 away from hospitalliastion, and you saved me from that, you helped me save my life so thank you 🎈❤️🌈

[@Finding_Fi]

Oh lovely, I'm so glad I can help in anyway! It helps me knowing they help others. I'm so proud of you for managing to stay out of hospital. We can do hard things! Lots of love xxx

[@mistyswiftie13]

@@Finding_Fi yes we can!! 🦋 tysm for replying, this is going to power me through the next week or 3 of meals and snacks, and at the most perfect time imaginable!! I hope this finds you well, and I hope you've had a marvelous day in the sunshine, remember to stay cool though, because (I don't know 100% about you, but this applies for me for all the same reasons) even though you can feel cold, your body can't regulate temperature, so it won't be able to tell if you need cooling down because you can't feel it, make sure you have lots of cold drinks or even freeze your yogurt because we're so much more susceptible to heat stroke than anyone else there's information on the NHS website as well!! xx

[@Yvette_za]

Well done Fi , you should be so proud of all you’re accomplishing . 💖💖💖

[@Finding_Fi]

Thankyou so much Yvette xxx

[@mistyswiftie13]

I recommend summer poridge, it tastes like child hood! it's in sachets, it's so good, it has fruit mixed in, I had it for breakfast today, and I've not had porridge in months so It was perfect to stat overcoming a fear food with, so good! you can get it at Asda, there is also a forest berry one but I've not had a chance to try that

[@Finding_Fi]

This sounds interesting! I'll have a think about it:)

[@mistyswiftie13]

@@Finding_Fi :)) please feel no pressure it's just too good not to share!

[@elizabethcardelli]

When you were talking about burn out I feel the same.

[@Finding_Fi]

It's so difficult to manage. Sending hugs xxx

[@mustangtessie12]

Fi 💪🏼 thank you for sharing ❤️

[@Finding_Fi]

Lot's of love Tess xxx

[@cindyswett6752]

Did anyone else smile, hearing her say “I really WANT to eat it.” That.Is.Huge!!!

[@Finding_Fi]

Aww thankyou Cindy!

[@mistyswiftie13]

I live your nails

[@Finding_Fi]

Thankyou!

[@sar12389]

I have autism diagnosis too and you have just explained burn out so well. I dont know if this is what burn out feels like for everyone but you described it so well. Thank you for putting it into words.

[@Finding_Fi]

I'm glad I have explained it well, I thought I was a little confusing!

[@anncoley2645]

You are a trooper. Keep going!!!!

[@lesliemischke770]

Home alone for meals seems huge! Congratulations!!

[@Finding_Fi]

It is a huge huge step! thankyou Leslie! xxx