By Sophie Balisky, Silver Linings Blogger
If eating disorder recovery was an island and I was forced to choose only one thing to bring with me, I would choose music.
I believe that music is a source of healing... Music, to me, is connection.
My Eating Disorder Recovery Playlist is a collection of songs that have helped me through my darkest days and speaks to all stages of the recovery process.
Listen to this playlist when you feel defeated, lonely, tired, proud, frustrated, scared, joyful, overcome, hopeful, angry, excited, daunted, triumphant and everything else in between.
Hunger- Florence and the Machine
Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine draws from her own lived experience with an ED, conveying overarching themes of coping and control through this song’s philosophical lyrics.
Back In My Body- Maggie Rogers
A grounded, celebratory song filled with relief and self awareness.
Fear & Loathing- MARINA
A “light is coming through the window and I will pick myself up off the floor” kind of track by the queen of honest pop, Marina Diamandis.
All is Full of Love- Björk
I’ve cried in the darkness of my bedroom often to this song. Bjork has succeeded in composing the lyrical equivalent of a weighted blanket.
Easier- CamelPhat (feat. Lowes)
A song that empathizes with the drudgery and complexity of leaving unhealthy behaviors behind.
Stars & Moons- Dizzy
The whimsical Ontario band, Dizzy, delivers this delicate song like a gentle and understanding friend.
Don’t Stop- Fleetwood Mac
Not only a classic, but an upbeat reminder of better days ahead.
Dog Days Are Over- Florence and The Machine
My most frequently played song of the past 15 years. This is a track to really flail around to. Release whatever needs to be released.
Leave the War With Me- London Grammar
A hope-filled permission slip, encouraging the continuous process of surrender.
On A Good Day- OceanLab
Some electronic encouragement that good days DO exist.
Keeping Your Head Up- Birdy
An anthem to be reserved for moments that feel like rock bottom.
Medicine- Daughter
Pure empathy for feelings of sadness and defeat.
Last Hope- Paramore
This song just… understands.
Yellow- Coldplay
This song feels like sitting in direct sunlight with your eyes closed- comforting, validating, and pleasant.
Still Learning- Halsey
Halsey dispels myths of perfection and success by highlighting the continuous journey of both learning implementing the art of self-love.
