Warning: If you are currently suffering from an eating disorder (ED), please discuss this topic with your health team before reading this or watching the movie we discuss. I personally would not have wanted to watch this even just a year ago, so please seek professional guidance before you make a decision to watch. I have been receiving several messages from individuals who have watched To The Bone on Netflix, and are curious as to my opinion as someone has been through an eating disorder. Truthfully, at first I wasn’t even going to watch it, as I thought it might be too much for me during this time in my recovery journey. However, a few days ago, another friend reached out. She has a daughter who is struggling with an eating disorder and she wanted to know if this was what life would be like. Ok. Here we go, Ill watch it. I’m actually super proud of myself for watching and glad I did. Disclaimer: This is my OPINION, please share yours and if it is different than mine, beautiful! This is going be long but please read it all. Here’s the overview without spoiling the movie: 20 year young woman with anorexia has been in and out of in patient treatment over 6 times. She can’t remember the last time she had a menstrual cycle, is pushing everyone in her life away, and is nearing what could be the end of her life if she doesn’t turn things around. In a last ditch attempt to get Ellen help, Ellen’s stepmom finds an unusual ED specialist who is known for his successful, yet unconventional methods.
Should I watch this movie if I am currently suffering or have in the passed suffered from an ED: If you are currently in your ED journey, I would IMPLORE you to speak with your medical professional team before watching this movie. Some images and topics could be triggering and a medical professional would better help guide you in this matter. I believe anyone with an ED history should take a serious look at his or her mindset before watching this movie. Be sure you are in a good place and if you have ANY doubts at all, consider visiting with your medical professional for advice. Like I stated earlier, it took me awhile to agree to watch it. I did so due to my personal current mindset, amazing support system, and counseled advice. Overall, what’s the verdict: Well it was hard to watch from my perspective, yet it showed me just how far I have come from just a few years ago. I used to be like Ellen, bruised spine from crunches, calories were measurable on site within seconds, passing out in the bathroom, and always having everything is fine attitude. Craziest thing for me was when I saw Ellen wrap her fingers around her arm as measure of “success” (watch the movie for more understanding) as I used to do the same thing with my wrist and leg. It is a great look into this world many seemed to just think a hamburger or two could fix. I believe this movie isn’t perfect (what movie is), but could be used as a tool for family and friends of ED individuals, as it could help you see another side of the situation. I will state this again, I don’t believe this should be watched if you have ED before seeking professional advice. If you have someone in your life who you believe has an Eating Disorder, I would encourage you to visit https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org for some helpful information. To The Bone. Netflix. 2017.
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