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Lily Collins says speaking about her eating disorder was terrifying but rewarding.
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Lily Collins described speaking about her past eating disorder as "one of the most terrifying but rewarding experiences" and said her recovery is ongoing.
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Lily Collins has discussed her past eating disorder, saying that speaking about it has been both terrifying and rewarding. She posted about it during Eating Disorder Awareness Week and referenced the work of the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). Collins played a character with anorexia in the film To The Bone and has said that recovery remains an ongoing process. She has also said that her desire to have a family helped motivate her to seek help, and last year she welcomed a daughter, Tove Jane, via surrogate with her husband Charlie McDowell.
Noted details:
- Collins described speaking about her eating disorder as "one of the most terrifying but rewarding experiences" and marked Eating Disorder Awareness Week with an Instagram post.
- She portrayed a woman with anorexia in Netflix's To The Bone and has linked the role to connecting with others who share similar experiences.
- Collins has said her recovery is ongoing and that recovery looks different for each person.
- She has said that wanting a family influenced her decision to seek help, and the article notes she welcomed a daughter last year.
Summary:
Collins's public reflections aim to raise awareness and to reduce silence and shame around eating disorders. She credits organisations like NEDA and storytelling through film with helping her connect with others. Undetermined at this time.
