It is, yes!

I experienced a failure last year and lost complete direction in my life. I was utterly devastated. I kept trying to re-direct my life and regain a focus but nothing was coming together and it felt like set-back after set-back.

Then I just gave up and things got worse. I lost my fight, I became more socially isolated... and the future and the present both looked hopeless.

My life feels out of control now and I guess by not eating, I'm controlling something. It's also a form of self-punishment and is mood-related.

The CBT sessions are helping. I'm supposed to be going on a big exciting venture travelling in six weeks... and potentially I may be travelling with a friend instead in just three weeks' time. I know it seems a little crazy maybe, but I feel I really have nothing to lose. It's like a make or break situation.

I do drink plenty, actually! Maybe a little too much caffeine, but tea makes everything better.