Eating disorder as a male, Anorexia and Bulimia

[rabidearthworm89]

Hey I just saw your video. I wanted to let you kno that there is hope. I went through the same thing 5yrs ago and almost lost my life. God has been so good to me and today I can stand and say that i am free. its the best feeling in the world. I am praying for you. Stay strong buddy.

[Pandazrok0]

You are really a brave person to put up with everything. I am glad that you are getting better.. I think everyone should feel loved and no one should be put down.. I go to a Catholic school and I hate when people are bullied and that's why I have decided to stand up for anyone I see being bullied.. everyone is perfect in their own way.. this video just proved what I always thought was right..hope everything is good for you..:D

[keeponhopingforever]

I'm 14 and I have been anorexic for amost 2 years. I am currently recovering from a relapse and this was probably the most relevant video x people need to undertand that it's not cool. Stay strong! Your awesome for uploading this and helping people xoxox from peterborough -england

[journeyrecovery]

@keeponhopingforever I'm always here if you need to talk!! <3 Hang in there

[Nesseva]

i sent you a message

[Nesseva]

Hello Journeyrecovery. First both me and my boyfriend share this channel and it's me that has been commenting here. i sent this video to my cousin who shares your journey and it was at a time when he was open to hearing that it can get better. we almost lost him and he's battled to hard to get healthy. Thank you for putting yourself out there for all to see VERY BRAVE and which means (i think) that you are strong enough to win the war please see next post - vanessa

[17pcd]

:-D

[17pcd]

Your welcome man

[17pcd]

get better man, you ARE beautiful, please realize that, screw all the haters!

[journeyrecovery]

@17pcd Thanks dawg:)) 

[journeyrecovery]

@17pcd Thank you!!

[17pcd]

Who's this song by??

[journeyrecovery]

@17pcd "I need you" by Relient K

[Hachickola]

You are sooo beautiful!!!! And who ever told you god doesn't love you is soo wrong! God loves each one of us and I love you! I hole you get really well soon and keep going strong! (: I myself battle but we can do it! Keep going strong and never give up!

[journeyrecovery]

@Hachickola It's been a struggle but im hanging in there! thank you for your kind words:)

[DearNicoleRae]

It made me do sad when u called itself those degrading words and angry tht adults at r school let kids get away with teasing u . U are loved and u are an amazing to have gone through this journey . -Peace and love

[journeyrecovery]

@DearNicoleRae thanks hun:)

[leandri56ful]

i weight 125 and i am very fat i am 5.8 feet tall , what do you think ,

[journeyrecovery]

@leandri56ful Inbox me, i do not want negativity on my youtube video

[roark100]

How bad does the tube hurt

[journeyrecovery]

@roark100 It hurts like hell when they place it. but after a week or so the tube soften, so it gets a little better i guess. i had the NG tube for 3months, so i was used to it.

[Verity1l1l]

Your smile is one that makes people want to smile too. :] I love your fashion sense by the way.. To hell with everyone who tormented you because you will end up stronger in the end of it. You're inspirational. xoxo

[journeyrecovery]

@Verity1l1l Thank you<3

[Verity1l1l]

@journeyrecovery Your welcome and I pray everything is going well and progressing for you lately!

[SilverPinions]

This was surprisingly devastating. It actually put me off purging for a day. Everyone here's right; you are very brave, and very attractive. Grazie :)

[journeyrecovery]

@SilverPinions I'm happy I could help a little. And thank you.

[gwm1069]

Had anorexic purging (exercise). Worked half-time job to get enough exercise time. Liposuction for residual fat. Today I can force myself NOT to go to the gym, at 60 years old! (However, there are still bruises in places I keep pinching for fat check.) Last night Taiwanese mother brought her daughter (36kgs). Numbed out. Not a "professional," so I declined the case. Will help parents learn to get their own back and stop nagging. Learn to team up with daughter to overcome the problem. Peace.

[journeyrecovery]

@gwm1069 Thank you for sharing

[9991JRod]

You're such a cute guy!! I'm an anorexic also, but I'm finding ways to keep on going. Keep strong! <3 You're amazing!

[journeyrecovery]

@9991JRod Awe shucks, thanks hun! ur gona make me blush hehe:)! we should talk more! message me. :)

[blueshark55]

Very Moving Video :'/ Stay Strong Hunn :)

Love You !

[journeyrecovery]

@blueshark55 Thank you:))))!! <3

[GoingBackToTheRoots7]

I find you attractive.. almost intimidating..

[journeyrecovery]

@GoingBackToTheRoots7 Awe, thanks, hehe:)

[Bubbly0311]

i love like how your not afraid to be who you are.. i love how your just you and you love to wear bright colors and the bracelets and thtt rugrats sweat shirt is awesomee!!! im glad you recoveredd!

[journeyrecovery]

@Bubbly0311 Thank You:)! I am learning to be myself and be proud of who i am

[Bubbly0311]

@journeyrecovery yea good for youu!! im working on that with my therpaist struggling witht the same disorder

[nguyenhongoe]

im not sure if you had answered this question, but how much you weight right now?

[journeyrecovery]

@nguyenhongoe I do not no my weight. My treatment does, but I do not.

[roark100]

Wow good luck :) its a shame i cant be cured the most indid was 3 days with out a laxative

[journeyrecovery]

@roark100 Inbox me. We can talk. I want to Help. Recovery is Possible!

[Nesseva]

As someone who manges depression and anxiety, recovery is possible. It is not easy and a battle everyday. Some days i don't win the battle but i am winning the war! I'm proud about where i am today I've worked hard and will do forever, but the difference is I know now what to do. I've accepted myself for exactly who i am and love myself. This young man in this video is an inspiration for me! let it be for you

from VJ

[journeyrecovery]

@Nesseva the young man in this video is me, just clarifying since you said "this young man in this video". But thank you so much!

[Nesseva]

I LOVE YOU!!!!! Keep strong, i understand the battle of fighting every day (my own mental health issues) It is daily battle and sometimes we lose the battle but that doesn't mean you can't win the war!!! Also my cousin is going through the same thing as you, and after watching you're video you two have so much in common. I am sharing you video right after this with him and i know it will bring him hope. You bring hope to a lot boys and girls and me! You've helped me today. PEACE & LOVE

[journeyrecovery]

@Nesseva I love you to:)! this comment made me cry:'D<3

[dinodogstar]

where r u today in your recovery? Thanks for being 'out' aboutit, you have helped a lot of people.

[journeyrecovery]

@dinodogstar I had to go to the hospital 3 more times after this video. But right now, i am doing sooo soo well. I am loving life again! its been 2months straight that i havn't used any eating disorder behaviors! thank you for asking

[bryce163]

I found your recovery program and experience very helpful. Thank you for sharing your remarkable story!

[journeyrecovery]

@bryce163 no prob:)

[journeyrecovery]

@bryce163 Yup:)

[Skrhenderson]

you brave man!

Thank you for posting this to increase awareness.

Everyone, women and men need to learn to accept themselves and love themselves for who they are.

Too many people struggle, too many alone.

Good luck, I believe in you

[journeyrecovery]

@Skrhenderson Thanks man! :)

[nerdhead52]

you seem to be an awesome dude...please eat enough to stay healthy and happy...OK ?

[journeyrecovery]

@nerdhead52 thanks:) im doing rrly well actually.

[shaanfooty]

Dude, f^ck the haters! It was Lady Gaga who said "i was born this way". So love the way you look and don't give a damn what others say because you deserve better!

[journeyrecovery]

@shaanfooty Thanks bro:)

[SallySoldier2]

I just have to say, it's a total lie that people feed you saying that God doesn't love you. It rips my heart out reading your story.

You are loved.

RE being gay... Lying and cheating and pride are listed as the same level as being gay.

I'm a Christian, my sister is a Christian, and it's wrong that you're viewed as the "faggot" boy. My sister's best friend is gay. It doesn't make us love him any less.

You're really strong to have shared your story!

[mbs111522]

awww Eddie :( this is so sad. you're so strong. oh btw this is Brooke. You arent worthless or any of that :( Me, Savvi, and Momo alll love you :) never forget that mister! Can't wait to hang with u again so i can give u an amazingly huge hug!

[true2ashie]

this makes me sad actually - im a female, grew up in a strict christian family and went to a very christian school - i was pretty popular but i came out 6months before finishing, and it was so difficult - the main thing mayb u have to work on is believing that God loves you for who you are, that you are worthy and that its ok to be gay <3 bestest best of luck <3 ash

[TopGear2007]

I recovered anorexia, it's a hard journey but it's been a year since i've recovered, my life is brilliant! I think you looked amazing and so good looking before this happened to you, i feel so sorry :( i would love to have been your friend and even now i would be! <3

[TheSofybutterfly]

hope you get better soon!

[AProtestToThinToRead]

You give me hope.

[journeyrecovery]

@AProtestToThinToRead eeeeeeek<3! that made my day

[MsSarahCookies]

I admire how brave you are to post this video, I imagine it took alot of courage.

Your are absolutely beautiful :)

Negative thoughts get to us all, but you should never let them get the best of you!

You look like you have an amazing soul :)

There are many people who love you, and I wish you the best on your journey to recovery :)

[journeyrecovery]

@MsSarahCookies Thank you uber duber much<3

[journeyrecovery]

@Flyaway3861 Thank you soooooooooooo much<3 :) LOVE U

[JieHongChen]

You're a total cutie, you should be so happy you've been blessed with such good looks! Face is much more important than body, and you've got a beautiful one. xx

[journeyrecovery]

@JieHongChen Thanks, though i dont think so.

[Unutilized72]

What makes you think God hates you?

[journeyrecovery]

@Unutilized72 for being gay, and just for being me. I dont think any other gay person is going to burn in hell, i just believe i am.

[darknessattack100]

Msn:D

[GabbiXLuvsXYou]

<3 i hope you get better :]

[journeyrecovery]

@GabbiXLuvsXYou Im on the journey of recovery:)

[roshelmullokandov]

This is the saddest video ever! i like was cryinga t tall the mean things u said about yourself. your so beautiful and it just hurt me that u felt that u needed to lose weight :( im so sorry u had to go through that. no matter what weight u are i know u are the most beautiful person ever.

[journeyrecovery]

@roshelmullokandov This comment almost made me cry<3 Thank you hun! God Bless:)

[darknessattack100]

Echale ganas:)))))) -3-3-3-3-3-3x1000000

[journeyrecovery]

@darknessattack100 :]]]]]]

[darknessattack100]

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[journeyrecovery]

@darknessattack100 add u how?

[whoopergirl]

i will always love you eddie nothing will stop me <3

[InsomniacJack09]

Being a thin guy by nature and having a hard time putting on weight no matter how much i eat, its kind of hard for me to understand your "problem" or at least your way of dealing with it (aka going anorexic). There's nothing glamorous about being skinny, if you put the media and societal norms and expectations and the such aside youll see how trivial it all is.

[journeyrecovery]

@InsomniacJack09 thanks man:)

[SassyZamm]

I wish I could give you the biggest cuddle.... My heart goes out to you.... I know what it's like to hate oneself and therefore punish oneself.... You are a beautiful person with a lot to give. Show yourself some love everyday even if it's for 5 mins..... You deserve it..... Be kind and gentle to yourself.... People who hate are ignorant and/or fearful.... You live for you not for them....Stay safe and strong x

[journeyrecovery]

@SassyZamm i love cuddling<333! Thank you!

[iwtbtvb]

You are awesome!!! Don't let anyone tell you different!

[journeyrecovery]

@iwtbtvb :D

[chihiro0]

Thanks for sharing ur story! Im sure there are so many guys out there struggling w/ the same demons, fighting the same fight & to hear they're not alone must be an incredible thing. You ARE worthwhile; God LOVES u no matter what, He created u to be who u are &u KNOW u are a beautiful person. Don't let anyone tell u otherwise. Come to my school!! Everyone here is so supportive of LGBTQ issues! You'll find a home someday somewhere where you know you are loved and can share that love. stay strong!

[journeyrecovery]

@chihiro0<3 Thank you so much for ur comment!

[todreamisagift]

Thanks for sharing your story... you are a true fighter and a true winner... keep it up!!

Much love

[journeyrecovery]

@todreamisagift :) Thanks



[AnaGirlEmpath]

I cried when I watched this. Know that you are loved and even if you cannot see it, you are SO beautiful and my heart goes out to you! If you ever want to talk, I'm here. Also, if you are interested in connecting with other males suffering from ED's, we have a Men's subforum on my ED support site.

Keep striving, precious one! *gentle hugs*

[journeyrecovery]

@AnaGirlEmpath thank you:)!!!!

[AnaGirlEmpath]

@journeyrecovery:

You are most welcome sweetheart! XOXOX!

[MyOwnStickFigure]

"The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged."

Deuteronomy 31:8

[MyOwnStickFigure]

Wow, thank you for this and raising awareness for not just EDs but also males with EDs. It's painful to watch other's stories, wishing we could swipe away the negative thoughts that are NOT, and are never, true... but God can do that. He can clean sweep anyone and heal them. You are in His Hands and a precious creation. The Lord kept you alive through a reason, you have pulse and purpose. Keep faith strong and journey this recovery with Jesus. You are deserving and loved, always. Big hugs!

[jaisyyyy]

i hope you know now that you are worthy of love and deserve life :]

[journeyrecovery]

@jaisyyyy Thank you<3

[RoNziLLa23]

Wow man. You should read my book - It is a memoir of addiction (male bulimia included) it may help you out.

My Own Worst Enemy: A Memoir of Addiction