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Hopping in the ocean everyday in support of people experiencing eating disorders: Swim to Eat
Hopping in the ocean everyday in support of people experiencing eating disorders: Swim to Eat
Hopping in the ocean everyday in support of people experiencing eating disorders: Swim to Eat
Friday 7th April 2023
Join Clay Johnson on his daily ocean swims to raise awareness and funds for eating disorders. Hear his inspiring story and support his mission.
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Get the buttons here!Swim to Eat: Clay Johnson's Daily Ocean Dips for Eating Disorder Awareness
Eating disorders are a coping mechanism, and people like me have learned to use food not as something to satisfy hunger, but like as a coping mechanism for something else. That's a trigger in your life.
Picture this: a grade 11 student plunging into the chilly ocean every single day, no matter the weather. That's Clay Johnson's reality. Since last September, Clay has committed to his 'Swim to Eat' campaign, a year-long mission to raise funds and awareness for those battling eating disorders. Through rain, shine, or even snow, Clay hasn't missed a single dip. But why take on such a challenge? For Clay, it's deeply personal.
Eating disorders have touched his life, and he sees his daily swims as a way to spotlight this often misunderstood issue. His efforts aim to support the Looking Glass Foundation, a BC-based group dedicated to helping individuals with eating disorders. In this episode of People First Radio, Clay opens up about the physical and emotional challenges of his daily swims, especially during the freezing winter months.
He shares how swimming has become a form of self-care and a coping mechanism for his own struggles. More importantly, Clay discusses the stigma surrounding eating disorders and stresses the need for open conversations and robust support systems. His campaign has not only raised significant funds but also inspired young leaders across the country to take action. If you're curious about how you can support Clay's mission or get involved in the campaign, you won't want to miss this episode.
Tune in to hear Clay's heartfelt story and learn how his 'Swim to Eat' campaign is making waves in the fight against eating disorders.