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graceanli

Hi! My name is Grace. I'm 20 and a professional ballet dancer. You are probably wondering why a professional ballet dancer would be using an app like this. You are thinking that as a professional athlete that exercises hours every day, I should be able to eat whatever I want. Right? Wrong. I suffer from BED(Binge Eating Disorder). Yes, it's a real problem just like anerexia. Being a dancer is extremely stressful not only on your body but also your mental health. I am constantly being judged and compared by my physique just like a model. I am here to keep myself accountable and take steps forward to being a healthy, happier me. Wish me luck as I start this journey!

RainRedfield

Been there myself. I'm a ballet/tap/jazz/contemp dancers. My daughter and I have both struggled with Eating disorders. I binge eat, myself, from time to time and my daughter (also a dancer) has anorexia. Good luck! I'm going to add you, if you don't mind.

graceanli

It's good to hear someone say this. I feel like their is a lot of negativity, drama, and stress that goes on behind the curtains in the dance world. I really appreciate what you said.

GNRfan

I'm a fellow BED sufferer, although I have no coordination so I'm not a dancer Do you mind if I add you?

graceanli

Not at all.

SnazzIT

None of the above but I just wanted to say "hi" back and welcome to MFP,