Lessons for Fall
Change is the constant. Did you just roll your eyes? Honestly, I roll my eyes at the cliched memes, “Fall reminds us how beautiful it is to let go.” And it’s not wrong. I love how the earth goes out in a fiery blaze of glory before settling in for a long winter sleep....
Eating Recovery: Learning About Grief
Have you ever heard of the term disenfranchised grief? Disenfranchised grief is the act of grieving something that is not socially acceptable. This applies to the loss of relationships, jobs, dreams, or even an idea. The quote, “It’s okay to grieve the life that you...
How to Stop Binge Eating: A Place to Start
Being stuck in binge eating can feel like torture. The physical discomfort and pain, the guilt, shame, and frustration, and the dread of the aftermath of a binge can feel awful. The good news is it’s possible to stop binge eating and start feeling more at peace with...
The Nature Fix
We have entered my absolute favorite season of the year for hiking. This time of year, the earth really likes to show off her colors! If you know me, you know that I have to get into nature at least once a week as a baseline need for my self-care. I have found nothing...
Expecting and Accepting Body Change
Throughout our lives, our bodies are meant to change and adapt. Body changes are a natural and inevitable part of life, but can be distressing when they transpire. It’s common to experience a range of emotions when you notice changes in your appearance, whether they...
Parenting a Child with an Eating Disorder: A Beginning Checklist
If you are a parent, you already know that the role can be incredibly challenging AND rewarding. Many parents find themselves searching for a handbook or parenting manual, but as we know, newborns do not come with an instruction booklet attached! Most of the time,...
Navigating Recovery While In a Relationship: Part 2
Welcome to part 2! Here are some more answers to common questions I get about navigating eating disorder recovery while in a relationship. While these answers probably won’t feel like a perfect fit for your individual situation, I hope you’ll be able to draw some...
Is Embodied: A Body Acceptance Group for you?
Is Embodied: A Body Acceptance Group for you? Did you know that in our Western culture, negative body image is so pervasive that researchers call this “normative discontent”? That is, it is considered normal to loathe our bodies! While this, sadly, may be considered...
Embodied: What Does it Mean?
The term “embodied” is used frequently in the recovery community. But what does being embodied mean? It signifies feeling connected to your body in a holistic way. Being embodied represents feeling safe in your body, while being able to experience all sensations,...
Recognizing the Signs: When It’s Time to Address an Eating Disorder
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that can have severe physical, emotional, and psychological consequences. If left untreated, they can significantly impact your overall well-being and quality of life. Recognizing the signs and knowing when it's...
Navigating Recovery While In a Relationship: Part 1
An eating disorder can impact every facet of life, especially the relationships that matter most to you. If you are in a romantic relationship, and have an eating disorder, there have likely been some difficult conversations about how your ED impacts your...
A Summer Body is One Lived Fully
I love summer. Summer invites us to show up differently with ourselves and our bodies. It invites adventure, play, and new memories. For me, summer affords a fullness in my life and with those I love. Summer can also be hard for individuals with eating and body image...