About Me

Hi! 

My name is Daniell. I’m 21 years old and the creator of the Internal Acceptance Movement (I. A.M.). 

I live in Los Angeles, California, and have been blogging for I. A.M. for 3 years. I’m currently a college student majoring in psychology with the hope of someday becoming a therapist. 

*Some random, silly, and important facts about me:

- I’ve been in recovery from anorexia and bulimia for the past five years.

-I came up with the idea for I. A.M. when I was in treatment in the summer of 2009. The initial goal of the Internal Acceptance Movement was to spread eating disorder awareness, but after creating a space on tumblr, I decided that I wanted the movement to encompass something more broad — I wanted I. A.M. to be more about helping people heal, from any mental health struggle or insecurity, to remind others that they aren’t alone in their battle, and to remind them that things can and will get better.

-I have dream of someday turning I. A.M. into a non-profit organization, running body image and recovery workshops, and publicly speaking throughout the country to share my story of struggle and recovery. 

-I’m a feminist

-I’m very liberal.

-I’m an introvert.

-I’m an atheist.

-I’m a huge science fiction and fantasy fan.

-I’m an avid quote collector and a lover of books. 

-I love reading.

-I like face painting and special effects makeup.

-I adore cats. I have two, named Midnight and Ziggy.

-I’m slightly obsessed with cosplay and have a dream of someday going to comic con. Recently I cosplayed as Poison Ivy. I felt like a badass and decided that if dressing up in costume makes me feel awesome about myself and my body, I should do it more.

- I’m assertive and outspoken. 

- I despise running and going to the gym.

- I’m incredibly sensitive and need affection and a lot of love to function.

-I’m very open about myself and my struggles. So if you ever have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask!

-I’ve made a lot of progress in my recovery, but I still have some distance to cover before I can call myself fully recovered.

-I’m incredibly grateful for all of the support and love I’ve received from followers over the years and feel so, so blessed to have been given the opportunity to connect with so many wonderful and courageous people from all over the world :)

About The Movement:

My name is Daniell, and I am the creator of the Internal Acceptance Movement (I. A.M.)

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    The Internal Acceptance Movement is an online space that advocates self-acceptance, healthy body image, recovery from self-destructive behaviors and addictions, and the acceptance of all people, regardless of what they look like, who they identify as, what they have been through, and where they come from. I. A.M. is a space that offers support to those battling their inner demons and strength to continue fighting when all hope seems to be gone.

    I. A.M. represents the idea that as human beings, we aren't defined by anything external, such as our weight, appearance, body shape, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, clothing choices, income, occupation, or background. But that instead, it's our internal qualities--our character and attitude, our passions and dreams, our soul and spirit, our heart and capacity to love, our goals and morals, and the way in which we treat others--that are truly self defining.

    Whether you're battling an eating disorder, self-harm, alcoholism, drug addiction, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, anxiety, self-hating thoughts, poor body image, or any other mental health condition or self-destructive behavior, I. A.M. exists to remind you that you are NOT alone in how you feel or what you're going through; that it's okay to not be okay, and that you don't have to face this pain alone; that things can and will get better; that healing and recovery are possible; that there is nothing wrong with who you are; the who you are is enough; and that you are deserving of happiness, love, and acceptance, always.


    I'm here if you need me: whether it's support, someone to vent to, a question, or you just want to say hi--know that this is a safe place and that you aren't alone. If I don't respond immediately, know that I'm not ignoring you. I will message you back at my earliest convenience. If you have an emergency or feel that you want to hurt yourself, please, please call 911. I'm not a therapist or a mental health professional of any kind. If you're in danger, you need to ask for help from people who can adequately support you. Sending you love: Daniell
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