Recovery from an eating disorder is difficult enough on its own. Unfortunately, for many people, other addictions or debilitating conditions are also part of the picture. In a series of articles, we’ll explore a few of the most common co-existing conditions and some of the issues that come up when these are combined with compulsive […]
Physical Self-Care is the Foundation of Recovery
I have always liked Cheryl Richardson’s concept of extreme self-care. Self-care does have to be extreme. That doesn’t mean it’s all or nothing, or that if you miss a step it’s an excuse to give up, but it’s about making self-care your number one priority. February is a good time to focus on relationships, and […]
Before You Jump Into a Change
Whether you’re feeling stuck, or raring to go with new plans for the new year, it’s important to build a solid foundation and not skip any of the steps of the change process.
12 Keys to a Healthy Weight – Maintain and Grow
If you continue to use the skills you learned as you recovered from your eating disorder, your progress will not disappear.
12 Keys to a Healthy Weight – Find and Express Your Gratitude
Welcome back to the 12 Keys to a Healthy Weight. We’re almost to the end of our series! Last week we looked at the role of grief in weight management and recovery from eating disorders. Today we’ll look at how gratitude can help you keep a positive mindset as you work towards a healthy weight […]
12 Keys to a Healthy Weight – Acknowledge What You Are Losing
Welcome back to the 12 Keys to a Healthy Weight. Last week we looked at how to be both compassionate and assertive in your relationships and with yourself, and today’s post examines the role that grief plays in recovering from an eating disorder and maintaining a healthy weight. Key #10: Acknowledge what you are losing […]
12 Keys to a Healthy Weight – Be Compassionately Assertive
Welcome back to the 12 Keys to a Healthy Weight. Last week we looked at the importance of planning, and this week we’re looking at a relationship strategy that helps avoid emotional overeating. Key #9: Be compassionate and assertive The Guide To Compassionate Assertiveness: How To Express Your Needs and Deal With Conflict While Keeping […]
12 Keys to a Healthy Weight – Plan To Put Your Recovery First
Welcome back to the 12 Keys to a Healthy Weight. Last week we looked at how to face up to your food cravings to help you learn from them and progress in your recovery. Today we’ll look at why planning is going to be such a key element to your success. Key #8: Plan to […]
12 Keys to a Healthy Weight – Face Up to Your Cravings and Manage Your Weight
Welcome back to the 12 Keys to a Healthy Weight. Last week we created a regular routine of enjoyable physical activities. Today we’ll look at one of the most powerful barriers that may come between you and your healthy weight – food cravings. Key #7: Face up to your food cravings and create strategies to […]
12 Keys to a Healthy Weight – Include Activity In Your Daily Routine
Welcome back to the 12 Keys to a Healthy Weight. Last week we looked at the relationship between body image and self-care. Today we’ll look at how to adjust your movement activities for optimal health and healing. Key #6: Find movement activities you love and keep doing them Physical activity has many benefits for those […]
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