Everyone fights battles "unknown" to those around them. Even though individuals may be hurting behind closed doors, they are nothing less than "warriors." Eating disorders are extremely prevalent amongst the Greek community and, yet, conversations about their struggles are often suppressed and misunderstood. Eating disorders look different on everyone. There is a large spectrum of severity that the media only portrays a small piece of. The idea that students are not "sick enough" to deserve help is a detrimental mindset that so many are susceptible to fall into. Far too much pressure is placed on our physical appearances, when it is in fact the least interesting thing about us.
Sarah used to wear smaller jeans and fake a smile. She liked having as many friends as possible. She would never consider herself a leader. Her camera roll was filled with 'progress pictures' of her body. She was fighting a losing battle with herself. She was in denial and was exhausted - but she would've never admitted it. Around five years ago, Sarah decided she didn't want to be that girl anymore. She was exhausted from trying to be the girl that 'does it all.' Rather than trying to be a superwoman for everyone else, she wanted to be her own hero. She has been actively working on her own recovery while encouraging others to do the same. Sarah is a proud sister of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, and a former Chapter President at the University of Rhode Island.