Kerry Washington's Eating Disorder Battle

0:00I'm Cory with the story, bringing you the latest from Durham News today. Kerry Washington recently opened up about her long battle with an eating disorder during an appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast. The 49-year-old actress revealed she hit rock bottom in college when suicidal thoughts made her realize she was in a serious mental health. Crisis. It wasn't just the unhealthy eating habits that pushed her to get help, it was the deep desire to escape life altogether. She described how food became her main coping tool back then, sometimes eating until she passed out, followed by hours of intense exercise. Her whole world spun around calories and workouts, leaving her terrified of the pain she was causing herself. That desperation led her to pray for the first time, begging to break free from the cycle. Washington turned to group therapy, individual sessions, and a nutritionist, which helped her start rebuilding. She shared that these struggles brought her to her knees like nothing else before. Today, she looks back on it as the moment she chose to fight for her life.

1:01These days, she's investing in a quip, an online platform for eating disorder recovery to support others. She pointed out how tough it can be for doctors to spot these issues early on. Her story highlights the hidden toll these disorders take. If you're facing something similar, Washington urges trusting your instincts and reaching out right away. Don't downplay it. Help is there through therapy or hotlines like 9-8-8 for crises or the National Alliance for Eating Disorders at 8-666-2-1235. You're not alone in this. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.