So proud of you Mark! Eating issues for men is such a taboo topic, it's talked about for women but not men very often. Thank you putting this out there, I admire your courage to do so!! I think this is going to help a lot of people.
Thanks for letting this is out & sharing this with us! Sending you love! So glad you are taking care of yourself. And never feel like sharing a part of your heart and soul with others is a burden. Life can be so intensely heavy sometimes & trust me friends want to help you carry the weight of the world! ❤️ All the love!
Hi Mark. I've watched about three minutes of this and have sensibly turned it off as i know that listening to this might be detrimental to my recovery. However- bloody proud of you, you're an absolute star! I've had anorexia nervosa for the past 4 years and it started off very much like i just didn't feel like eating, i wanted to be 'slim' and couldnt put a finger on why. If i had had a video like this from somebody a few years ago it definitely would have helped - so i KNOW that this video will have helped so many people! Thank you x
I love how honest you were, Mark. I have had problem with food for a very long time, in primary school, I was the fat kid in school,( I still am) and I got bullied for it, back then I didn't appreciate my body for what it was and I would compare myself to other girls and I would ask myself why I was not skinny, but now I've learned to appreciate my body for what it is and believe that you are beautiful no matter what weight you are. So don't worry, Mark, you're not the only person who has had weight problems. Love ya xxx
I'm the same way in that I never let others know when I'm struggling because I don't want to burden them. I feel like I have to keep everything to myself or else I'll break down at every conversation. I'm slowly trying to get better at opening up to others because I see that being strong means allowing yourself to be vulnerable too. I hope you know how much videos like this truly help people like myself feel less alone x
Deliberately trying not to eat or trying to keep yourself a certain size can be a sign that you have a need for control, perhaps because things feel very uncontrollable in other areas of your life. Or it can be a sign of body dysmorphia, not viewing your body as it really is. It's definitely worth seeking professional help to deal with these things.
@@lalatte8294 Just because Zoe has a small frame doesn't mean she has an eating disorder and as she's never spoken publicly about having problems with food we can't assume she does.
@powderandpaint14 Having an unfinished plate is not indicative of ANYTHING. I eat until satisfied and often have an "unfinished plate". If eating out I'm satisfied with a starter that's shared. I'm hungry maybe a bit sooner than others and "nibble" again. You also don't know what is going on at these times as in taking care of Nala or something that's taken her away or just her vlogging may take her away from the food for a brief time. You know what they say about "assuming".
***Lala *** Who the hell are you to say that someone has an eating disorder? You see a few clips of an unfinished plate and assume she has a disorder. Sometimes I don’t finish my plate, so do I have an eating disorder then? Your response is ridiculous. And as others have said, she and joe are just naturally slim. You have no right to go around diagnosing people because you’re definitely not a doctor mate. Educate yourself before you start assuming things honestly.
***Lala *** as someone who has struggled with eating disorders in the past I’m majorly offended that you would assume someone has one, it’s people like you that label someone and start rumours, whether she does or doesn’t you have no place to be going around saying she has one with false evidence, at the end of the day if you have no facts don’t say your opinion, I hate to sound horrible but please just don’t say someone has an eating disorder without having facts, that person may or may not be going through something and this comment could just add pressure, as well as that one person having an eating distorted does not lead to someone else having one
I struggle with food a lot too, I'm also INSANELY petite and have the teeniest appetite and actually can't handle eating a lot at once anyway... but recently I've had to delete instagram because i started to lose touch with myself and the love I have for how I look, and one of the things that has helped me is my best friend telling me something she watched in a documentary where these people interviewed women in Africa about what they liked best about their bodies or something or what makes the body beautiful and instead of picking features they picked abilities like the fact we can reach up into a tree and grab an apple or that we have legs that can carry us to the places we want to go and it made me start to look at myself a bit differently like rather than something that only has beauty value, it's something that has INSANE capabilities. Like our bodies can do SO MANY THINGS that we gloss over day to day like walking, typing, etc. Obviously we all have our own battles, but I thought that was an interesting perspective!
Thank you for talking about this, from a guy who also struggles with my weight being slim- there’s really not much help or talk about this situation. It’s just a guy thing to struggle talking about feelings and struggles, because I really do. It’s so refreshing to hear a man talking about this👏🏼
Thank you so much for sharing, Mark! I'd like to hear what helped you change, which habits you change, what you do now, how you now feel about your weight and health, etc. I think a follow-up video would be such a good idea! Lots of love xxx
I needed this. So much. Thank you so so much Mark. You have no idea how much I can relate to this from hating food to never wanting to be a burden. This means a lot and you are amazing💕
Mark, thank you so much for sharing this. I ‘ve been watching your videos for so long and definitely envied you for always seeming so happy and calm and carefree...it’s great on so many levels to get to see a vulnerable, open side of you - you deserve to be heard! To be human! To be hurting! It’s okay. And thank you for bringing this to a public platform. That takes a lot of courage and is so so important. As someone who has been battling disordered eating/an unhealthy relationship with food that developed into an eating disorder, it’s amazing to see people I look up to (like you and @justjodes and @lunamontana) bringing forward their struggles and normalizing what feels so dark and lonely. The more we talk about it the less power the negative thoughts and untruths have over us! Eating issues are difficult because you have to show up to the fight every single day, but my own struggle with my body image and eating has made me into a strong, self-aware, compassionate person in a way I never expected. Keep being strong and keep being open - your friends and your subscribers are here for you always! Thank you so much.
My mother has dealt with weight her whole life. So it’s the normal thing to me, I don’t notice it even. She’s 60 so back in the day their wasn’t a lot of knowledge about the subject. She weighs herself every day, not missing a day! It stays with you the rest of you life, whenever you are big or skinny. She is so consumed with it she was always scared to give us that trait as well, thankfully that din’t happen. I am only very aware that if I dont feel well, people might suspect I have a problem with my weight when I don’t... which is probably a result of her struggle, but not as bad. I just want to say their are very young people who struggle with this, old, male, female, from all backgrounds! Im proud of you!
Godness sake no! Don't ever tell a person with an eating disorder that it WILL stay the rest of their lives, because that is a total lie for many people. You CAN be totally free from eating disorders, actually. It's definitely worth fighting for.
SwedishTourist Sorry I might have said it wrong. It is always worth fighting, definitely! I just wanted to note that it can be a very long road for some, which is normal.
You are one of the most beautiful people on the internet inside and out and I hope you’re well and happy and thriving❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I want to see you at 90 living your best life ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ We love you and are here for you 😙😙
I’m exactly the same, always the strong friend. You got a problem? It’s my problem too. You want to cry? This shoulder’s all yours. You need advice? I’ll give it my best shot. You just want someone to listen? I’m all ears. I’ve seen all of my friends break down but they’ve even seen me cry (as in genuinely, I cry at films and stuff all the time). I’d rather lay in bed all night, overthinking and overthinking my problems than asking a friend for help. I don’t want to be a burden. I won’t let myself be a burden. I don’t want to feel like I’m depending on someone which I know is ridiculously stupid as I’d encourage my friends to talk to me about everything no matter how big or small. I want them to feel like they can depend on me. I’ve always been the nice girl who’s friends with everyone and never has problems. I’ve always been the girl who refuses to pick a side in an argument. I’ve always been that girl that would never slag you off even if everyone around me is doing just that. Maybe it’s just because I don’t want to be vulnerable, I’m not entirely sure. If I was to be an argument, I’m having the last word because I have to defend myself and I can’t let you win. I just.... I don’t know how to break down these walls. I barely cry when I’m alone, I force the tears back because ‘it’s not worth crying over’. For the most part, I don’t have a lot to cry about anyway. I’m very lucky to be as happy as I am usually, I don’t take that for granted. The very question “are you happy?” is so difficult to answer. I always say yes because I have friends, I laugh at jokes, I go out a lot and have fun, I’m in love, my life isn’t as bad as it could be. I don’t have terrible problems, it could be so much worse. But then, some nights at 3am, when I’m overthinking and overthinking and every little problem I’ve kept bottled up threatens to spill, sometimes I just want to cry forever and I don’t know what to do. I know it’s awful to bottle things up, hell, I was comforting my friend who split up with their girlfriend and encouraged him to keep sharing his problems with me and not revert back to the quiet boy he was. I’m not unhappy, at least I don’t think I am but it’s hard sometimes.
Bryony Grace really?! Wow, I’m glad I’m not alone. It’s stupid to feel like I might be considering I watched this video and there are billions of people all going through their own battle, it’s only natural some seem similar but when you’re the strong one, I feel like you never got offered a hand. I know my friends would slap me for being so stupid and saying something like that but... I don’t know, I guess you relate so I’m hoping you understand what I’m trying to say xx
I just want you to know that I'm also the same. It's difficult, but i love that I am the person my friends turn to. I do have a tip for you - if you can, journal! I do that sometimes and basically just blurt out everything I'm thinking about. It's like letting someone know, but not actually. If it's like a touchy subject about my friends' problems, I also sometime throw that page away so no one can find it. Hugs from someone similar
I feel exactly like you just said. I can’t find a way to « get out » of it even if I know that I am lucky to have people around me and to be healthy ... Stay strong, I think with the time things will change and you will think totally different.
Thank you for making this video Mark and for being so open to something so many people, including me, struggle with! I will always be a big supporter of you and your channel💕
I love that you're so honest and authentic. Thanks for sharing your struggle. I've been dealing with mental health issues for as long as I can remember, and I wanted to make this year about personal growth and healing, going to therapy has been the best thing I've done in a while an I'm finally learning to accept my body. Love you lots xx
Thank you so much for this. I think you're really brave. I'm now 31 and have suffered with anorexia since I was 12 (with extended periods of recovery). Eating disorders are awful, insidious illnesses and I'm so glad you've managed to turn things round. You're a star. Love to you xxx
seeing you make this video on a vulnerable topic for you makes you seem stronger to me. going through a similar thing right now so i think i really needed this. much love
Thank you so much for this Mark! i'm currently going through something similar and i have no idea what to do. it's so difficult to ask for help in a way that people understand how seriously you're being affected by something like this. I'm so glad you are finding peace, i hope that myself and many others can too xxxx
Thank you so much Mark!! This is the best thing I've seen on here... You are such an inspiration and I admire you so damn much!! I'm so glad someone is strong enough to talk about this. All the best xxxxxxx
Mark! You are such an inspiration. I’ve struggled with this exact thing for so many years and the worst is i can’t pin point WHY i want to be so thin. You are so strong for telling your story and it makes me so happy to see you getting healthier and looking after yourself; you’re looking great hun. I feel like this video will help so many people and you should be so proud of yourself x
Thank you Mark! I have had many battles with eating disorders over many years. At times, I've felt so alone and that no one would understand what I'm going through. I absolutely needed to hear this today. I appreciate you and your encouraging words!
Love the honesty and truthfulness. These type of videos are the best, I really enjoy the reality of not being perfect. Personally, I've been in anorexia recovery scince about July and I understand how difficult it can be. To anybody struggling with anything, I really recommend that you do talk to somebody because it is most definitely better out than in. Xxx 💖💖
I’ve been trying to avoid watching this video for some time, but today was a turning point for me too. Last year I was 20 stone and hated the way I looked, but in one year I lost 9 stone and I’m the slimmest I’ve ever been. I too have a shit relationship with food, and feel like I can’t eat or I’ll gain all the weight back. This video has inspired me to talk to the people closest about the issues I have with my diet and I applaud you for raising awareness for men with eating disorders. Keep on keeping on Mark. Dave x
Awww so proud of you Mark for speaking your story. You have helped me feel less alone with my eating issues. Maybe one day I will have a healthy relationship with food and maybe one day I will sincerely love my body the way it is. ❤
Only just watching this video. I was too scared as my weight has been a huge struggle for me I won't go into detail as I'm still working through issues with my weight but thank you Mark. The strongest thing you can do is be vulnerable. You are so brave and inspiring I just want to give you a big hug! I'm so glad I finally watched this, sending my love and positive vibes ❤️
Thank you for this. We need this. Society needs this. People need to know that eating disorders don’t discriminate. They can effect ANYONE. Women, men, non-binary, white, black, brown, etc. I know, as someone in recovery, it must have been so hard to share this. Thank you for doing this. You are so incredibly strong. ❤️ As the great Brene Brown has said “vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always easy, but they are NEVER weakness.”
You are absolutely wonderful Mark! I am in recovery from an eating disorder and with the society that we live in today; everyone feeling pressured to look a certain way I.e skinny it’s not a load of crap at all. Thank you so much for sharing this it really does help
Thank you for sharing Mark! This topic should be more talked about and I'm so glad you did that! I currently trying to "heal" myself because I suffered with the beginning stages of anorexia. It wasnt influenced with social media or anything like that, simply because I didnt have control in my personal life so I controlled my food to make myself feel better. Happy for you for taking the right direction!
This video made me so emotional Mark, thank you for sharing this and honestly you seem like such a kind, genuine person who cares for everyone else which is so lovely, but please put yourself first some of the time! I can extremely relate to covering up and trying not to let on to anyone around you about your vulnerabilities and what’s going on Xxxxx
Mark you are an inspiration and more than that you’re a mouthpiece for men who feel as if they cannot be vocal about their issues with food .. there are very few men who are open about their eating disorders or food insecurities or mental health and so I think you should be proud for breaking the mould and coming out and speaking about something so scary for anyone to have to discuss i don’t know man just well done ❤️
Thank you for posting this! I'm a dietitian and I see a lot of people with eating disorders. It's so hard for people to talk about it even with me. Even if you feel like you're in a good place I think it would still be really beneficial for you to see both a dietitian and therapist! It's good to talk it out with a professional even if you're on the up swing.
Thank you for uploading this Mark. It is an issue I have been struggling with for a long time, and am currently in the process of getting help for. Recently I have slipped back into my old unhealthy habits of skipping meals and going for long periods of time without eating, so this video has shown me that that's okay- but I just need to keep working on it! Sending love and hugs xxx
Oh my gosh, thank you for putting your trust in your viewers and bravely sharing your heart and your struggles with us. I have been the strong person too and kept my soul struggles private and it is really really harmful.So important to speak to heal
Thank you for being so courageous and making this video. And please never feel guilty talking to friends and asking for help. You need to take of yourself in order to help others!
I'm so proud of you !!! I went through this when I was younger but I'm so much better now because I got help . so I really hope this help other people x
Mark I’ve been through this too- when you realise people are going through the same thing as you it makes you feel so much better about yourself- thank you for making this video. I found my control over my eating came from me not having control over in other parts of my life- maybe consider this!
you are such a inspration honestly i dont normally comment on videos but i could not help it ive been in a wheelchair all my life and when ever im having a bad day you always manage to but a smile on my face love u so so much xx
Thank you so much for sharing this! I am going through something similar and it’s really giving me the motivation and strength to become happy again. You are a great person and you can be truly proud of yourself!!
Weirdly, I relate so hard.. Thank you for sharing your story Mark! Showing vulnerability doesn't make you weak, it makes you strong - especially if you're trying to help people. Thank you!
So very brave of you, Mark! I am so proud of you for sharing your story! Also, you look absolutely AMAZING! Keep crushing it at the gym & live your best life! You 100% deserve it! Love you xo
Love that you’ve spoken out. I’d just say in terms of people approaching friends their concerned about, always check they are eating minimal amounts before saying anything. Lots of people comment on my weight (or used too) and I eat so much, but just have a fast metabolism and that can be really hurtful, so it’s just a case of knowing someone’s circumstances before approaching the subject x
thank you for this mark! i can relate to this too much and i too, never cry in front of people. not my best friends, not even my family. never. i still find it hard to show emotions when there's other people around. but i'm sending you lots of love. love you mark.
this is very brave of you. i had an eating disorder from age 8 to 21. and at 8 you dont know much about body imagine.. i dont know why either, i just didnt want to eat, i suppose i felt like little me couldnt control anything i learned later at 22 its because i have mental illness because after my eating disorder sort of petered off it turned into a small spate of self harm for a year then turned into panic disorder and afraid of leaving my house to which at 38 im still working really hard on improving.. not saying you suffer from mental disease but the biggest step is talking to someone and finding people who can relate or even friends or family or a therpist so they can understand you so you dont feel alone. so u putting this out there for u and for others... this is amazing of you. and i appreciate you sharing something so hard to share.I also commend you for acknowledging to yourself that you had a problem, because i was in denial for ages..i leave my house a lot more now.. but it takes a lot of work.. and ive been travelling, actually zoes journey with that has helped inspire me. i still get obsessive eating disordered thoughts from time to time, but i dont let them take over and i def dont act on them anymore. cheers to you in 2019.. to be healthy and happy and love yourself. ps. crazy u just put this out and i just discovered the song strip my little mix about positive body image today..
I love you so much for this. You’re amazing and so incredibly brave Mark. There’s nothing else I can say apart from I’m so proud of you and you doing this may make other males who feel the same feel and as if they can speak up... I’m in awe of you, all my love, be kind to yourself ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing and wanting to help. You are an angel! So inportant so know that this is also unhealthy realtionship with food, not just the extreems. Sending lots of love 💛
Thank you for being so brave sharing this story of yours. When I was younger I had similar problem with eating. I rushed everything else in my life (juggle between school and work) and thought eating can wait. I mostly had small bites, hardly a meal. When I was 25, I came to realize that I need to do better. I took a small step at a time. It is so much better ever since. I know you can go through this and have all the strength in you. :)
I love this video!! I have been struggling with eating issues for two years and have been bringing it to light on my own channel. But, to see a guy come forward about it just warms my heart because, guys get affected by eating disorders too! Very good video Mark! Love you!!
I also had eating/weight issues for a very long time. I never opened up about it or even thought what I was doing was not right. I'm okay now after speaking out about it, which is so important. Thank you Mark for making this and for being open and honest about your struggles. It's a very brave thing to do. You're a real inspiration to others ❤
You are so brave for talking about this, I completely relate personally and I was crying watching this, I’m glad things are getting better for you regarding this x
you literally look SO GOOD and SO HEALTHY these days!! Im definitely a supporter of all body shapes and understanding of the mental side of things.... but I think we can all agree you look so healthy nowadays! So nice to see the change for you and Im sure many others are inspired by your journey. :)
I love that you've spoke about this. It's kind of a middle ground video, not saying outright that you have an eating disorder, but also not shrugging it off. This is a good catching point. Well done!
Such a brave thing to do to share this with such a big platform! I went through a very similar thing when I was 14 years old. Now I’m 20 and i love food! Being a dancer I was surrounded by girls with gorgeous bodies and I always compared my self to other people’s bodies which is the worst thing you can do! Being in the public eye, I can imagine it’s similar with you that it sub consciously puts pressure on you to look good. I realised that you can still enjoy food and be healthy and be happy with the way you look. For me now it’s more of how I feel from the inside out. Thank you for sharing your story ❤️
I struggle with things similar to this, thin and struggle with indifference to food and not eating enough. “Disordered eating” exists on a spectrum, not just either you have a severe eating disorder or you’re totally healthy. You captured that in your story and great to see a guy talking about it!
Mark, THANK YOU for your vulnerability. Not only bringing the male perspective of eating disorders/issues, but showing that everyone has their issues. You described my social life to a T, in that I am also always attempting to be the strong on for my friends and not let them see me in a weakened state. I keep everything in constantly and don't share my issues with anyone really. It is comforting to see someone else openly admit to that, even if that wasn't the point of the video. Thank you for sharing your story!
You're really brave and strong for sharing your story! Much love to you and I'm glad you're on the mend and got the support you need. It's not easy, especially with dealing with it on your own. You're inspirational
Wow I couldn't feel closer to you than this. I literally when through the same thing around the the same time and I'm so happy you've spoken about it. Everything you said I assimilate with and the whole thing about dropping your guard (that is my worst fear). You speaking about it made me feel so much stronger and not as silly. Thank you
You’re so brave mark! Thank you for doing this. People can be insecure and have issues with their body and one more person admitting they do, helps❤️ I hope people get a good insight into trying to get help for the issues. ☺️☺️☺️
I know exactly how you feel. I use to just eat a Apple a day and do 300 sit ups daily I got so thin my stomach was going inwards and the weird thing everyone would say wow how lucky are you to have that figure so I'd keep doing it as I felt I had to. I'm now suffering with bad depression and I've gone the opposite and tend to Binge eat and I hate my body. Having self confidence is so difficult especially when people can be so judgmental. You look amazing! and you're such a nice, funny person I wish you could see it xxx
Thank you so much for this. I've been struggling with anorexia for the last two years and it's really nice to know that I'm not alone. I love you and you're so strong for sharing this with us💗💗💗
Thank you for speaking out and sharing your journey with us.There seems to be a stigma that only women suffer from eating disorders but that's just not the case ! You are an amazing person and I'm sure you will help many men and women by speaking out.Your a beautiful person, love you Mark ❤️
You are such a cutie. I first saw you in Zoe’s vlogs and I feel a connection to you since then. Because you are the most genuine, funny, kind human there ever was. You don’t hide your weird and funny parts. You are just out there. I feel you. Even though on the contrary, I comfort eat, I understand you. And sometimes, I don’t talk about stuff even with my closest ones. It is hard being vulnerable. But just as you said, when you are, it is so freeing/calming. I hope and know you’ll get past it and say ciao to your demons. I love you Mark. You make me smile:)
Thank you for sharing your story Mark, I’m so glad that you are covering issues that not many people openly talk about. I’m sure a lot of people can relate. Stay Strong ❤️
This is such a hard thing to open up about and I'm so glad you did! Eating disorders affect the psyche uncontrollably and your mental health suffers so much under it. Talking about it is so important, keeping this all to yourself is so unhealthy for yourself! I wish people (also men!) start talking about this more, it affects so many more people than you think! Keep working on yourself Mark 💖
So happy you decided to post this.. it's important to talk about things like that and to let people know that they need to get help! just recently i've come to a realization that i have and had an ED my entire life.. -spitting food out of my mouth into a tisue in the bathroom in some of the meals because i didn't want to eat more -checking my weight every single day\every other day -fainted 5 months ago because i'm unemployed[horrible pains in my wrist and knee]and i wasn't eating much and i just went to the bathroom at 1:19am and started to Diarrhea in the toilet[SORRY FOR THE TMI] and since then i have a trauma and panic attacks almost every single day i'm going to see someone today..hopefully he will help me recover again-thank you so much for posting this! i've never related to these videos but to yours i did..
Honestly I felt like this was more relatable than a lot of the girls who talk about thier struggles with this issue. Thank you so much for taking about it😘
Thank you, thank you for sharing your story, Mark and offering a hand/support to others who may also be experiencing this 💕 "Vulnerability is our most accurate measurement of courage" - Brene Brown
THANK YOU! really, thanks for sharing this, as I'm struggling the same thing, it really helps and I totally understand you, Mark. So much Love from Argentina ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Thank you Mark. For opening up & sharing. I also haven't been eating properly for the past year and a half and have lost about 50-60lbs. That's also partly due to unexplained stomach issues for half a year. Also just a lot of not eating. Putting my eating last, skipping meals. Having a spoonful of peanut butter or a glass of milk for a meal and calling it good. It's not like it was really bad that I lost all of that weight - I was overweight before, and I wanted to lose it. It was easier that way - just not a healthy way to lose weight :/ Before that, I used to binge eat. So now I guess I'm between that stage of binge eating & then feeling guilty, and eating nothing at all. But trying to get better.. I've told people about this, that I care about. Kind of. I just have a bar relationship with food & my body. I always check it in the mirror and never like what I see. Right now I'm having problems with my stomach again but I'm hoping it's just the flu or something. But nothing is ever appetizing. I also just forget to eat & put my work first. I'll keep working at stuff though. I hope everyone here can do the same and find help if they need it
You are so brave! Speaking up off something you still fighting is so hard! I know how you feel and can tell you, eventually the thoughts will be far away.. you can do it! Stay strong and be you! That’s the only thing that matters! ❤️
Really respect you for making this video mark, for opening up, it must be a big deal for you and you sharing your story and letting people know it’s ok to talk... you don’t even know most of us exist but we all love you to pieces! Xx
I'm exactly like that with my friends and family. I never want to be a burden and dump my bs on them but I never feel like they are dumping on me if they need me. It's so frustrating. I'm glad you are feeling better and feeling comfortable to share.
Thank you so much for sharing your story, Mark! That took such bravery and strength. There's strength in vulnerability .Being vulnerable is beautiful and so are you x
So proud of you, mark xxx I'm sure this video has helped so many people. It is so important to talk about problems like these, no one should ever feel like they are a burden , it is always a good time to be honest with those closest to you ♥
Mark, you’re so so brave for making this video. I’ve been struggling with food and my weight for so long also. It was the one subject I rarely talked about it to anyone, not even friends and family. My girlfriend has been struggling with anorexia since she was 8/9 and is now 23. We both have had struggles opening up about mental health in the past, but we both made a pact to talk to each other about our problems and struggles instead of bottling things up and it’s made a massive difference. Sometimes it takes just one person or one confession to help make a change. Well done for opening up and thank you for this video! 💕
This is so relatable to me, it’s a constant struggle that always depends on my anxiety and what’s going on in my life, it’s like I use it as a way of control when everything else in my life is an uncontrollable mess. You’re so brave to share your story and I’m so glad you’re getting healthy! Thank you for sharing 💜
Very important video, especially for your younger audience to hear. I struggled with these things up until a few years ago when I really decided to do something about it, and like you said; talking about it with friends and family, eating healthy and working out every day has changed my life. I've never felt better in myself, and my attitude towards life is much much better than it was before. I didn't have anyone to watch on RUclips who was experiencing the same issues as myself, especially coming from another man so you're doing amazing by speaking out about it!
Mark, this is so eye opening. From a person that has suffered with an eating disorder and body dysmorphia it's great to see influencers like you opening up and speaking out!! It really does bring attention to the subject of mental health and I am so inspired by that. Thank you for giving us a voice and for encouraging me to speak up about it. You are amazing❤️
Great video Mark. Too few men talk about their weight issues, eating disorder. You're very brave for talking about it, opening a debate. The thing about you don't want to show your vulnerability, keeping things to yourself, not asking for help, you want to solve it yourself. You know, it's a typical Libra thing. You're not the only who's like that - speaking for myself.
So proud of you Mark! Eating issues for men is such a taboo topic, it's talked about for women but not men very often. Thank you putting this out there, I admire your courage to do so!! I think this is going to help a lot of people.
I love you so much. You are so amazing and funny and goodlooking. All the best
Mark Ferris I agree
Very brave of you to talk about this Mark, so proud of you ❤️ you have the kindest heart x
Thanks for letting this is out & sharing this with us! Sending you love! So glad you are taking care of yourself. And never feel like sharing a part of your heart and soul with others is a burden. Life can be so intensely heavy sometimes & trust me friends want to help you carry the weight of the world! ❤️ All the love!
Hi Mark. I've watched about three minutes of this and have sensibly turned it off as i know that listening to this might be detrimental to my recovery. However- bloody proud of you, you're an absolute star! I've had anorexia nervosa for the past 4 years and it started off very much like i just didn't feel like eating, i wanted to be 'slim' and couldnt put a finger on why. If i had had a video like this from somebody a few years ago it definitely would have helped - so i KNOW that this video will have helped so many people! Thank you x
Love you, Mark. You’re so loved and appreciated.
I love how honest you were, Mark. I have had problem with food for a very long time, in primary school, I was the fat kid in school,( I still am) and I got bullied for it, back then I didn't appreciate my body for what it was and I would compare myself to other girls and I would ask myself why I was not skinny, but now I've learned to appreciate my body for what it is and believe that you are beautiful no matter what weight you are. So don't worry, Mark, you're not the only person who has had weight problems.
Love ya xxx
Dor Cat
i relate to this so much.
I'm the same way in that I never let others know when I'm struggling because I don't want to burden them. I feel like I have to keep everything to myself or else I'll break down at every conversation. I'm slowly trying to get better at opening up to others because I see that being strong means allowing yourself to be vulnerable too. I hope you know how much videos like this truly help people like myself feel less alone x
Cant wait to see the rest of this,, love having deep chats with mark x
So brave for speaking about this my angel! You're wonderful xxxx
Deliberately trying not to eat or trying to keep yourself a certain size can be a sign that you have a need for control, perhaps because things feel very uncontrollable in other areas of your life. Or it can be a sign of body dysmorphia, not viewing your body as it really is. It's definitely worth seeking professional help to deal with these things.
@@lalatte8294 Just because Zoe has a small frame doesn't mean she has an eating disorder and as she's never spoken publicly about having problems with food we can't assume she does.
@powderandpaint14 Having an unfinished plate is not indicative of ANYTHING. I eat until satisfied and often have an "unfinished plate". If eating out I'm satisfied with a starter that's shared. I'm hungry maybe a bit sooner than others and "nibble" again. You also don't know what is going on at these times as in taking care of Nala or something that's taken her away or just her vlogging may take her away from the food for a brief time. You know what they say about "assuming".
***Lala *** Who the hell are you to say that someone has an eating disorder? You see a few clips of an unfinished plate and assume she has a disorder. Sometimes I don’t finish my plate, so do I have an eating disorder then? Your response is ridiculous. And as others have said, she and joe are just naturally slim. You have no right to go around diagnosing people because you’re definitely not a doctor mate. Educate yourself before you start assuming things honestly.
***Lala *** as someone who has struggled with eating disorders in the past I’m majorly offended that you would assume someone has one, it’s people like you that label someone and start rumours, whether she does or doesn’t you have no place to be going around saying she has one with false evidence, at the end of the day if you have no facts don’t say your opinion, I hate to sound horrible but please just don’t say someone has an eating disorder without having facts, that person may or may not be going through something and this comment could just add pressure, as well as that one person having an eating distorted does not lead to someone else having one
I struggle with food a lot too, I'm also INSANELY petite and have the teeniest appetite and actually can't handle eating a lot at once anyway... but recently I've had to delete instagram because i started to lose touch with myself and the love I have for how I look, and one of the things that has helped me is my best friend telling me something she watched in a documentary where these people interviewed women in Africa about what they liked best about their bodies or something or what makes the body beautiful and instead of picking features they picked abilities like the fact we can reach up into a tree and grab an apple or that we have legs that can carry us to the places we want to go and it made me start to look at myself a bit differently like rather than something that only has beauty value, it's something that has INSANE capabilities. Like our bodies can do SO MANY THINGS that we gloss over day to day like walking, typing, etc. Obviously we all have our own battles, but I thought that was an interesting perspective!
Mimee wow thankyou this has really shifted something
Hey Mark can I just say.....I love you. You are so amazing and I think it's so great how you can talk openly about stuff like this. 😊❤
Thank you for talking about this, from a guy who also struggles with my weight being slim- there’s really not much help or talk about this situation. It’s just a guy thing to struggle talking about feelings and struggles, because I really do. It’s so refreshing to hear a man talking about this👏🏼
Thank you so much for sharing, Mark! I'd like to hear what helped you change, which habits you change, what you do now, how you now feel about your weight and health, etc. I think a follow-up video would be such a good idea! Lots of love xxx
I needed this. So much. Thank you so so much Mark. You have no idea how much I can relate to this from hating food to never wanting to be a burden. This means a lot and you are amazing💕
Mark, thank you so much for sharing this. I ‘ve been watching your videos for so long and definitely envied you for always seeming so happy and calm and carefree...it’s great on so many levels to get to see a vulnerable, open side of you - you deserve to be heard! To be human! To be hurting! It’s okay. And thank you for bringing this to a public platform. That takes a lot of courage and is so so important. As someone who has been battling disordered eating/an unhealthy relationship with food that developed into an eating disorder, it’s amazing to see people I look up to (like you and @justjodes and @lunamontana) bringing forward their struggles and normalizing what feels so dark and lonely. The more we talk about it the less power the negative thoughts and untruths have over us! Eating issues are difficult because you have to show up to the fight every single day, but my own struggle with my body image and eating has made me into a strong, self-aware, compassionate person in a way I never expected. Keep being strong and keep being open - your friends and your subscribers are here for you always! Thank you so much.
My mother has dealt with weight her whole life. So it’s the normal thing to me, I don’t notice it even. She’s 60 so back in the day their wasn’t a lot of knowledge about the subject. She weighs herself every day, not missing a day! It stays with you the rest of you life, whenever you are big or skinny.
She is so consumed with it she was always scared to give us that trait as well, thankfully that din’t happen. I am only very aware that if I dont feel well, people might suspect I have a problem with my weight when I don’t... which is probably a result of her struggle, but not as bad.
I just want to say their are very young people who struggle with this, old, male, female, from all backgrounds!
Im proud of you!
Godness sake no! Don't ever tell a person with an eating disorder that it WILL stay the rest of their lives, because that is a total lie for many people. You CAN be totally free from eating disorders, actually. It's definitely worth fighting for.
SwedishTourist
Sorry I might have said it wrong. It is always worth fighting, definitely! I just wanted to note that it can be a very long road for some, which is normal.
@@LisetteHamers Okay :) Very true!
You are one of the most beautiful people on the internet inside and out and I hope you’re well and happy and thriving❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I want to see you at 90 living your best life ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
We love you and are here for you 😙😙
I’m exactly the same, always the strong friend. You got a problem? It’s my problem too. You want to cry? This shoulder’s all yours. You need advice? I’ll give it my best shot. You just want someone to listen? I’m all ears. I’ve seen all of my friends break down but they’ve even seen me cry (as in genuinely, I cry at films and stuff all the time). I’d rather lay in bed all night, overthinking and overthinking my problems than asking a friend for help. I don’t want to be a burden. I won’t let myself be a burden. I don’t want to feel like I’m depending on someone which I know is ridiculously stupid as I’d encourage my friends to talk to me about everything no matter how big or small. I want them to feel like they can depend on me. I’ve always been the nice girl who’s friends with everyone and never has problems. I’ve always been the girl who refuses to pick a side in an argument. I’ve always been that girl that would never slag you off even if everyone around me is doing just that. Maybe it’s just because I don’t want to be vulnerable, I’m not entirely sure. If I was to be an argument, I’m having the last word because I have to defend myself and I can’t let you win. I just.... I don’t know how to break down these walls. I barely cry when I’m alone, I force the tears back because ‘it’s not worth crying over’. For the most part, I don’t have a lot to cry about anyway. I’m very lucky to be as happy as I am usually, I don’t take that for granted. The very question “are you happy?” is so difficult to answer. I always say yes because I have friends, I laugh at jokes, I go out a lot and have fun, I’m in love, my life isn’t as bad as it could be. I don’t have terrible problems, it could be so much worse. But then, some nights at 3am, when I’m overthinking and overthinking and every little problem I’ve kept bottled up threatens to spill, sometimes I just want to cry forever and I don’t know what to do. I know it’s awful to bottle things up, hell, I was comforting my friend who split up with their girlfriend and encouraged him to keep sharing his problems with me and not revert back to the quiet boy he was. I’m not unhappy, at least I don’t think I am but it’s hard sometimes.
Saskia Zablockyj woah this is acc creepy how similar this is to how i feel, i feel literally exactly the same, you aren’t alone x
Bryony Grace really?! Wow, I’m glad I’m not alone. It’s stupid to feel like I might be considering I watched this video and there are billions of people all going through their own battle, it’s only natural some seem similar but when you’re the strong one, I feel like you never got offered a hand. I know my friends would slap me for being so stupid and saying something like that but... I don’t know, I guess you relate so I’m hoping you understand what I’m trying to say xx
I just want you to know that I'm also the same. It's difficult, but i love that I am the person my friends turn to. I do have a tip for you - if you can, journal! I do that sometimes and basically just blurt out everything I'm thinking about. It's like letting someone know, but not actually. If it's like a touchy subject about my friends' problems, I also sometime throw that page away so no one can find it.
Hugs from someone similar
Thank you so much! I’ll definitely give it a shot! Hugs all round ❤️❤️
I feel exactly like you just said. I can’t find a way to « get out » of it even if I know that I am lucky to have people around me and to be healthy ... Stay strong, I think with the time things will change and you will think totally different.
Thank you for making this video Mark and for being so open to something so many people, including me, struggle with! I will always be a big supporter of you and your channel💕
I love that you're so honest and authentic. Thanks for sharing your struggle. I've been dealing with mental health issues for as long as I can remember, and I wanted to make this year about personal growth and healing, going to therapy has been the best thing I've done in a while an I'm finally learning to accept my body. Love you lots xx
Thank you so much for this. I think you're really brave. I'm now 31 and have suffered with anorexia since I was 12 (with extended periods of recovery). Eating disorders are awful, insidious illnesses and I'm so glad you've managed to turn things round. You're a star. Love to you xxx
seeing you make this video on a vulnerable topic for you makes you seem stronger to me. going through a similar thing right now so i think i really needed this. much love
Thank you so much for this Mark! i'm currently going through something similar and i have no idea what to do. it's so difficult to ask for help in a way that people understand how seriously you're being affected by something like this. I'm so glad you are finding peace, i hope that myself and many others can too xxxx
Thank you so much Mark!! This is the best thing I've seen on here... You are such an inspiration and I admire you so damn much!! I'm so glad someone is strong enough to talk about this. All the best xxxxxxx
Mark! You are such an inspiration. I’ve struggled with this exact thing for so many years and the worst is i can’t pin point WHY i want to be so thin. You are so strong for telling your story and it makes me so happy to see you getting healthier and looking after yourself; you’re looking great hun. I feel like this video will help so many people and you should be so proud of yourself x
Thank you Mark! I have had many battles with eating disorders over many years. At times, I've felt so alone and that no one would understand what I'm going through. I absolutely needed to hear this today. I appreciate you and your encouraging words!
Love the honesty and truthfulness. These type of videos are the best, I really enjoy the reality of not being perfect. Personally, I've been in anorexia recovery scince about July and I understand how difficult it can be. To anybody struggling with anything, I really recommend that you do talk to somebody because it is most definitely better out than in. Xxx 💖💖
I’ve been trying to avoid watching this video for some time, but today was a turning point for me too. Last year I was 20 stone and hated the way I looked, but in one year I lost 9 stone and I’m the slimmest I’ve ever been. I too have a shit relationship with food, and feel like I can’t eat or I’ll gain all the weight back. This video has inspired me to talk to the people closest about the issues I have with my diet and I applaud you for raising awareness for men with eating disorders. Keep on keeping on Mark.
Dave x
Awww so proud of you Mark for speaking your story. You have helped me feel less alone with my eating issues. Maybe one day I will have a healthy relationship with food and maybe one day I will sincerely love my body the way it is. ❤
Only just watching this video. I was too scared as my weight has been a huge struggle for me I won't go into detail as I'm still working through issues with my weight but thank you Mark. The strongest thing you can do is be vulnerable. You are so brave and inspiring I just want to give you a big hug! I'm so glad I finally watched this, sending my love and positive vibes ❤️
Thank you for this. We need this. Society needs this.
People need to know that eating disorders don’t discriminate. They can effect ANYONE. Women, men, non-binary, white, black, brown, etc.
I know, as someone in recovery, it must have been so hard to share this. Thank you for doing this. You are so incredibly strong. ❤️
As the great Brene Brown has said “vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always easy, but they are NEVER weakness.”
You are absolutely wonderful Mark! I am in recovery from an eating disorder and with the society that we live in today; everyone feeling pressured to look a certain way I.e skinny it’s not a load of crap at all. Thank you so much for sharing this it really does help
Thank you for sharing Mark! This topic should be more talked about and I'm so glad you did that! I currently trying to "heal" myself because I suffered with the beginning stages of anorexia. It wasnt influenced with social media or anything like that, simply because I didnt have control in my personal life so I controlled my food to make myself feel better. Happy for you for taking the right direction!
This video made me so emotional Mark, thank you for sharing this and honestly you seem like such a kind, genuine person who cares for everyone else which is so lovely, but please put yourself first some of the time! I can extremely relate to covering up and trying not to let on to anyone around you about your vulnerabilities and what’s going on Xxxxx
Mark you are an inspiration and more than that you’re a mouthpiece for men who feel as if they cannot be vocal about their issues with food .. there are very few men who are open about their eating disorders or food insecurities or mental health and so I think you should be proud for breaking the mould and coming out and speaking about something so scary for anyone to have to discuss i don’t know man just well done ❤️
Thank you for posting this! I'm a dietitian and I see a lot of people with eating disorders. It's so hard for people to talk about it even with me. Even if you feel like you're in a good place I think it would still be really beneficial for you to see both a dietitian and therapist! It's good to talk it out with a professional even if you're on the up swing.
Thank you for uploading this Mark. It is an issue I have been struggling with for a long time, and am currently in the process of getting help for. Recently I have slipped back into my old unhealthy habits of skipping meals and going for long periods of time without eating, so this video has shown me that that's okay- but I just need to keep working on it! Sending love and hugs xxx
Aww mark, I love this. You are perfect in every way, and so is anyone reading this!!!!!!
We ALL LOVE you mark!! Don’t worry about it!!
Love ya!!❤️
Thank you so much, Mark!!! I'm really struggling with my eating disorder lately so this came at the right time ❤
Oh my gosh, thank you for putting your trust in your viewers and bravely sharing your heart and your struggles with us. I have been the strong person too and kept my soul struggles private and it is really really harmful.So important to speak to heal
Thank you for being so courageous and making this video. And please never feel guilty talking to friends and asking for help. You need to take of yourself in order to help others!
I'm so proud of you !!! I went through this when I was younger but I'm so much better now because I got help . so I really hope this help other people x
Mark I’ve been through this too- when you realise people are going through the same thing as you it makes you feel so much better about yourself- thank you for making this video. I found my control over my eating came from me not having control over in other parts of my life- maybe consider this!
you are such a inspration honestly i dont normally comment on videos but i could not help it ive been in a wheelchair all my life and when ever im having a bad day you always manage to but a smile on my face love u so so much xx
never ever think that being vulnerable is weak - it is the opposite it is BRAVE and STRONG. you're a beautiful human - keep being you!
Thank you so much for sharing this! I am going through something similar and it’s really giving me the motivation and strength to become happy again. You are a great person and you can be truly proud of yourself!!
Weirdly, I relate so hard.. Thank you for sharing your story Mark! Showing vulnerability doesn't make you weak, it makes you strong - especially if you're trying to help people. Thank you!
So very brave of you, Mark! I am so proud of you for sharing your story! Also, you look absolutely AMAZING! Keep crushing it at the gym & live your best life! You 100% deserve it! Love you xo
Love that you’ve spoken out. I’d just say in terms of people approaching friends their concerned about, always check they are eating minimal amounts before saying anything. Lots of people comment on my weight (or used too) and I eat so much, but just have a fast metabolism and that can be really hurtful, so it’s just a case of knowing someone’s circumstances before approaching the subject x
thank you for this mark! i can relate to this too much and i too, never cry in front of people. not my best friends, not even my family. never. i still find it hard to show emotions when there's other people around. but i'm sending you lots of love. love you mark.
this is very brave of you. i had an eating disorder from age 8 to 21. and at 8 you dont know much about body imagine.. i dont know why either, i just didnt want to eat, i suppose i felt like little me couldnt control anything i learned later at 22 its because i have mental illness because after my eating disorder sort of petered off it turned into a small spate of self harm for a year then turned into panic disorder and afraid of leaving my house to which at 38 im still working really hard on improving.. not saying you suffer from mental disease but the biggest step is talking to someone and finding people who can relate or even friends or family or a therpist so they can understand you so you dont feel alone. so u putting this out there for u and for others... this is amazing of you. and i appreciate you sharing something so hard to share.I also commend you for acknowledging to yourself that you had a problem, because i was in denial for ages..i leave my house a lot more now.. but it takes a lot of work.. and ive been travelling, actually zoes journey with that has helped inspire me. i still get obsessive eating disordered thoughts from time to time, but i dont let them take over and i def dont act on them anymore. cheers to you in 2019.. to be healthy and happy and love yourself. ps. crazy u just put this out and i just discovered the song strip my little mix about positive body image today..
You’re absolutely gorgeous mark! Love u!
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@@mandy5313 yes today's grammar really sad.
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Sarah Gill You mean. Yes, today’s grammar IS really sad.
I love you so much for this. You’re amazing and so incredibly brave Mark. There’s nothing else I can say apart from I’m so proud of you and you doing this may make other males who feel the same feel and as if they can speak up... I’m in awe of you, all my love, be kind to yourself ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing and wanting to help. You are an angel! So inportant so know that this is also unhealthy realtionship with food, not just the extreems.
Sending lots of love 💛
Thank you for being so brave sharing this story of yours. When I was younger I had similar problem with eating. I rushed everything else in my life (juggle between school and work) and thought eating can wait. I mostly had small bites, hardly a meal. When I was 25, I came to realize that I need to do better. I took a small step at a time. It is so much better ever since. I know you can go through this and have all the strength in you. :)
So proud of you for sharing this with us, it was very brave. This is such an important issue so thank you for spreading the message. Sending love x
I love this video!! I have been struggling with eating issues for two years and have been bringing it to light on my own channel. But, to see a guy come forward about it just warms my heart because, guys get affected by eating disorders too! Very good video Mark! Love you!!
I also had eating/weight issues for a very long time. I never opened up about it or even thought what I was doing was not right. I'm okay now after speaking out about it, which is so important. Thank you Mark for making this and for being open and honest about your struggles. It's a very brave thing to do. You're a real inspiration to others ❤
You are so brave for talking about this, I completely relate personally and I was crying watching this, I’m glad things are getting better for you regarding this x
you literally look SO GOOD and SO HEALTHY these days!! Im definitely a supporter of all body shapes and understanding of the mental side of things.... but I think we can all agree you look so healthy nowadays! So nice to see the change for you and Im sure many others are inspired by your journey. :)
You´re so inspiring! Love the whole video and your intentions behind it. All the love to you xx
I love that you've spoke about this. It's kind of a middle ground video, not saying outright that you have an eating disorder, but also not shrugging it off. This is a good catching point. Well done!
This really helped me, thank you for opening up about something that can be really hard to talk about. I'm proud of you!❤
Such a brave thing to do to share this with such a big platform! I went through a very similar thing when I was 14 years old. Now I’m 20 and i love food! Being a dancer I was surrounded by girls with gorgeous bodies and I always compared my self to other people’s bodies which is the worst thing you can do! Being in the public eye, I can imagine it’s similar with you that it sub consciously puts pressure on you to look good. I realised that you can still enjoy food and be healthy and be happy with the way you look. For me now it’s more of how I feel from the inside out.
Thank you for sharing your story ❤️
I struggle with things similar to this, thin and struggle with indifference to food and not eating enough. “Disordered eating” exists on a spectrum, not just either you have a severe eating disorder or you’re totally healthy. You captured that in your story and great to see a guy talking about it!
YAS!!! Thank you for being you and being so brave. So many more people need to speak about issues like these. Well done 🙏😊
Mark, THANK YOU for your vulnerability. Not only bringing the male perspective of eating disorders/issues, but showing that everyone has their issues. You described my social life to a T, in that I am also always attempting to be the strong on for my friends and not let them see me in a weakened state. I keep everything in constantly and don't share my issues with anyone really. It is comforting to see someone else openly admit to that, even if that wasn't the point of the video. Thank you for sharing your story!
You're really brave and strong for sharing your story! Much love to you and I'm glad you're on the mend and got the support you need. It's not easy, especially with dealing with it on your own. You're inspirational
Wow I couldn't feel closer to you than this. I literally when through the same thing around the the same time and I'm so happy you've spoken about it. Everything you said I assimilate with and the whole thing about dropping your guard (that is my worst fear). You speaking about it made me feel so much stronger and not as silly. Thank you
You’re so brave mark! Thank you for doing this. People can be insecure and have issues with their body and one more person admitting they do, helps❤️ I hope people get a good insight into trying to get help for the issues. ☺️☺️☺️
great video, i'm proud of you Mark - THIS VIDEO IS IMPORTANT
I know exactly how you feel. I use to just eat a Apple a day and do 300 sit ups daily I got so thin my stomach was going inwards and the weird thing everyone would say wow how lucky are you to have that figure so I'd keep doing it as I felt I had to. I'm now suffering with bad depression and I've gone the opposite and tend to Binge eat and I hate my body. Having self confidence is so difficult especially when people can be so judgmental. You look amazing! and you're such a nice, funny person I wish you could see it xxx
Zoe Warrener hope you manage to find the right balance! Xxx
@@dovestone_ Thank you so much xx
Really appreciate your honesty and openness, your videos are always helpful and relatable 💕
i really needed this video
Thank you so much for this. I've been struggling with anorexia for the last two years and it's really nice to know that I'm not alone. I love you and you're so strong for sharing this with us💗💗💗
Thank you for speaking out and sharing your journey with us.There seems to be a stigma that only women suffer from eating disorders but that's just not the case ! You are an amazing person and I'm sure you will help many men and women by speaking out.Your a beautiful person, love you Mark ❤️
Well done for talking about this Mark, so so important! Thank you for this x
I needed this. Thank you.
ps, you should be proud of yourself, well done! I hope I can be proud and confident one day too x
You are such a cutie. I first saw you in Zoe’s vlogs and I feel a connection to you since then. Because you are the most genuine, funny, kind human there ever was. You don’t hide your weird and funny parts. You are just out there. I feel you. Even though on the contrary, I comfort eat, I understand you. And sometimes, I don’t talk about stuff even with my closest ones. It is hard being vulnerable. But just as you said, when you are, it is so freeing/calming. I hope and know you’ll get past it and say ciao to your demons. I love you Mark. You make me smile:)
Thank you for sharing your story Mark, I’m so glad that you are covering issues that not many people openly talk about. I’m sure a lot of people can relate. Stay Strong ❤️
This is such a hard thing to open up about and I'm so glad you did! Eating disorders affect the psyche uncontrollably and your mental health suffers so much under it. Talking about it is so important, keeping this all to yourself is so unhealthy for yourself! I wish people (also men!) start talking about this more, it affects so many more people than you think! Keep working on yourself Mark 💖
This is amazing! Love watching you and your channel grow, been watching since the beginning!
Good for you my friend! ❤️❤️
So happy you decided to post this..
it's important to talk about things like that and to let people know that they need to get help!
just recently i've come to a realization that i have and had an ED my entire life..
-spitting food out of my mouth into a tisue in the bathroom in some of the meals because i didn't want to eat more
-checking my weight every single day\every other day
-fainted 5 months ago because i'm unemployed[horrible pains in my wrist and knee]and i wasn't eating much and i just went to the bathroom at 1:19am and started to Diarrhea in the toilet[SORRY FOR THE TMI] and since then i have a trauma and panic attacks almost every single day
i'm going to see someone today..hopefully he will help me recover
again-thank you so much for posting this! i've never related to these videos but to yours i did..
Honestly I felt like this was more relatable than a lot of the girls who talk about thier struggles with this issue. Thank you so much for taking about it😘
Thank you, thank you for sharing your story, Mark and offering a hand/support to others who may also be experiencing this 💕 "Vulnerability is our most accurate measurement of courage" - Brene Brown
THANK YOU! really, thanks for sharing this, as I'm struggling the same thing, it really helps and I totally understand you, Mark. So much Love from Argentina ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Thank you Mark. For opening up & sharing. I also haven't been eating properly for the past year and a half and have lost about 50-60lbs. That's also partly due to unexplained stomach issues for half a year. Also just a lot of not eating. Putting my eating last, skipping meals. Having a spoonful of peanut butter or a glass of milk for a meal and calling it good.
It's not like it was really bad that I lost all of that weight - I was overweight before, and I wanted to lose it. It was easier that way - just not a healthy way to lose weight :/
Before that, I used to binge eat. So now I guess I'm between that stage of binge eating & then feeling guilty, and eating nothing at all. But trying to get better.. I've told people about this, that I care about. Kind of. I just have a bar relationship with food & my body. I always check it in the mirror and never like what I see.
Right now I'm having problems with my stomach again but I'm hoping it's just the flu or something. But nothing is ever appetizing. I also just forget to eat & put my work first.
I'll keep working at stuff though.
I hope everyone here can do the same and find help if they need it
You are so brave! Speaking up off something you still fighting is so hard! I know how you feel and can tell you, eventually the thoughts will be far away.. you can do it! Stay strong and be you! That’s the only thing that matters!
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Really respect you for making this video mark, for opening up, it must be a big deal for you and you sharing your story and letting people know it’s ok to talk... you don’t even know most of us exist but we all love you to pieces! Xx
I'm exactly like that with my friends and family. I never want to be a burden and dump my bs on them but I never feel like they are dumping on me if they need me. It's so frustrating. I'm glad you are feeling better and feeling comfortable to share.
Thank you so much for sharing your story, Mark! That took such bravery and strength. There's strength in vulnerability .Being vulnerable is beautiful and so are you x
Thank you so so much Mark for being this honest! I'm so absolutely proud of you! You are just amazing!
So proud of you, mark xxx I'm sure this video has helped so many people. It is so important to talk about problems like these, no one should ever feel like they are a burden , it is always a good time to be honest with those closest to you ♥
Mark, you’re so so brave for making this video. I’ve been struggling with food and my weight for so long also. It was the one subject I rarely talked about it to anyone, not even friends and family. My girlfriend has been struggling with anorexia since she was 8/9 and is now 23. We both have had struggles opening up about mental health in the past, but we both made a pact to talk to each other about our problems and struggles instead of bottling things up and it’s made a massive difference. Sometimes it takes just one person or one confession to help make a change. Well done for opening up and thank you for this video! 💕
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This is so relatable to me, it’s a constant struggle that always depends on my anxiety and what’s going on in my life, it’s like I use it as a way of control when everything else in my life is an uncontrollable mess. You’re so brave to share your story and I’m so glad you’re getting healthy! Thank you for sharing 💜
Very important video, especially for your younger audience to hear. I struggled with these things up until a few years ago when I really decided to do something about it, and like you said; talking about it with friends and family, eating healthy and working out every day has changed my life. I've never felt better in myself, and my attitude towards life is much much better than it was before.
I didn't have anyone to watch on RUclips who was experiencing the same issues as myself, especially coming from another man so you're doing amazing by speaking out about it!
Mark, this is so eye opening. From a person that has suffered with an eating disorder and body dysmorphia it's great to see influencers like you opening up and speaking out!! It really does bring attention to the subject of mental health and I am so inspired by that. Thank you for giving us a voice and for encouraging me to speak up about it. You are amazing❤️
Great video Mark. Too few men talk about their weight issues, eating disorder. You're very brave for talking about it, opening a debate. The thing about you don't want to show your vulnerability, keeping things to yourself, not asking for help, you want to solve it yourself. You know, it's a typical Libra thing. You're not the only who's like that - speaking for myself.