Life Changing

Meal deal

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Nov 2, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Meal Deal Moment

  • In 2011, while buying a meal deal, Nicola Shaughnessy heard a familiar voice from her past say, "You don't need those."
  • This voice triggered a relapse of her anorexia, which she had struggled with from puberty until her late twenties.
INSIGHT

Nature of the Voice

  • The voice Nicola heard was female, deep, and emotionless, acting like an outside observer.
  • It was not her own voice but a separate entity criticizing her eating habits.
ANECDOTE

Anorexia Journey

  • Nicola's anorexia started at 14, coinciding with puberty and body image issues, and lasted until she was 29.
  • Pregnancy and a supportive relationship helped her recover, leading to a changed perspective on her body and food.
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