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Until that day comes, she has her mug to keep her centered.

\"For now my mug reminds me that I am worth it, and today I believe it,\" she said.

NEDA praised the singer for her open and vulnerable post by applauding in the comment section: \"Thank you Demi for being open and honest about your ongoing struggle. ED recovery is not linear and this post is an important reminder to take it one day at a time.\"

If you or someone you know is battling an eating disorder, contact the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) at 1-800-931-2237 or NationalEatingDisorders.org.

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