Overcoming the Monster inside my Head by Edy

Overcoming the Monster inside my Head by Edy - June 2020 Scholarship Essay

At one point in my life my goals and values were lost. It took about two and a half years to realize that my life was not based on a number that appears on a scale. I had an eating disorder that consumed me. Anorexia does not define me. I am not defined by an image in the mirror or the weight on the scale. My life is meaningful. I am defined by my hard-work ethic and my motivation to help others. Guiding others through their struggles is one of the most meaningful skills I have gained. I want to extend a hand to those who are fighting an internal battle just like I did. I intend to become a healthcare professional, who can silence the voice of an eating disorder no matter how big or small it may be.
After countless psychologist and doctors' appointments, I finally learned how to make choices that did not revolve around avoiding calories. The most eye-opening thing I learned was that I am not alone. Anorexia is a harrowing disease that affects millions of people. When I was suffering from this tyrannical mental illness, I felt alone and empty. I am proud to say that I am healthy again and I now know that I have a purpose that makes me extraordinary. My worth is not based on the measure of calories I consume. My purpose is to reach out to those struggling, to show them that any obstacles can be treated or overcome. Overcoming my eating disorder has encouraged me to guide and help others like myself. I can show them that there is happiness beyond the obsession of your weight. By spreading my story and speaking about my war against Anorexia, I have helped others tackle their eating disorders. I believe that sympathizing and helping others work through the same struggles I have experienced is more than meaningful. Reaching out to others to help them find joy and fulfillment has been the most rewarding experience.
I continue to extend a helping hand to others whether it is as serious as an eating disorder or as simple as studying for an upcoming test. Problems of all shapes and sizes can be resolved with community. Offering encouragement to those around me and supporting the is one of many beneficial skills I have obtained from my experience.