We hope that this resource can serve as a reminder that recovery from eating disorders is possible.
With heartfelt thanks to all of the people who were both kind and brave enough to share their stories of hope with us.
You may wish to share this resource with someone you trust or your care team, if supportive.
This video does not replace clinical care. If you need urgent help, use local crisis services.
CREDITS
This animation was created by The Peer Support Pathway at The Maudsley Eating Disorders Service.
Led by Catherine Perry – Peer Support Pathway Lead and PEACE Pathway Champion
Animation by Woven Ink
Directed by Jess Harvey & Isolde Godfrey
Concept & Illustration by Blanche Ellis
Animator & Editor - Jess Harvey
Voice Actors: Emily Prosser-Davies, Skye Witney, Sukhy Gill
Music by Camilla Sadaghna
With deep gratitude to all those involved in co-creating this project and for sharing your wisdom with us.
With special thanks to Georgia Faulkner and Aria Awwal for their invaluable contributions to this project.
With special thanks to Camilla, Caroline, Karina, Tash & the Central Peer Support Central Team at SLaM for their instrumental role in bringing this project into the world.
P.S. Even the smallest of steps we take on our recovery journeys can be some of the most important ones.
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