Oftentimes, especially during my recovery, I didn’t need to think about everything I was doing wrong; instead, I needed to focus more on what I was doing right–and then do more of the right stuff. I needed to live more in the solution.

Jenni Schaefer
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During my recovery I made sure to think positively; always reminding myself of all the good things I was doing. However, it is also important to focus on what you are doing right, making sure not to give up on yourself. Nelson Mandela said to focus on your strengths and do more of the things that make you happy.

Source: Goodbye Ed, Hello Me: Recover From Your Eating Disorder And Fall In Love With Life

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