Emotions play a role in all eating disorders – they are always about more than food. Eating disorders may also coincide with low self-esteem, psychological disorders, a history of abuse, or even a certain genetic makeup. When people with anorexia and bulimia restrict food and/or purge, it’s a symptom of an inner distress they are […]
Identifying Your Addictive Foods
Similar to emotional eating, treating food addiction involves a therapeutic process of gaining insight and awareness into unresolved emotional issues. Besides that, the food addict must also identify and stop eating the foods he or she is addicted to. A food journal can be a valuable tool in this process. Try writing down the foods […]
Jane’s Story of Food Addiction
All her life, Jane noticed that other people around didn’t seem to look at food the same way she did. While she waited all day for school to be over so she could come home and snack (usually right up until dinner), other kids hung out with friends, worked in the library or played sports. […]
Resources for Your Haven at Home
Many people believe that there is a direct correlation between food addiction and clutter – it’s that disease of “more.” If you’re struggling with clutter or just want more suggestions for how to make your home a haven, these resources may help: Marla Cilley, AKA “Fly Lady” is an expert at helping “sidetracked home executives” […]
Make Your Home a Haven, One Room at a Time
Last week I mentioned that “if your emotions are feeling chaotic and cluttered, you may also be expressing that by letting dishes and mail pile up, not taking care of your clothes, or not keeping up with regular cleaning. That can start a vicious cycle.” Housework can seem overwhelming, and you may not look forward […]
Your Home is Where Your Recovery Lives
In last week’s introduction to this topic, I mentioned that “as important as it is to do the inner work of healing from an eating disorder or food addiction, the physical environment around us can go a long way to establish and protect our serenity.” When you look around your home right now, does your […]
Is Your Home a Haven?
In this stressful world, we all need a haven. And for many of us, the home can be that place. As important as it is to do the inner work of healing from an eating disorder or food addiction, the physical environment around us can go a long way to establish and protect our serenity. […]
You Can’t Lie to Your Journal
In a previous article, I wrote about how journaling can help you choose the right tools for your recovery. Of course journaling is a powerful tool in its own right. It’s very difficult to lie to yourself when you’re writing. There’s something about putting pen to paper that always brings out the truth. If you’ve been getting complacent with your […]
Upcoming Groups and Workshops – New Starts and Ideas
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The Danger of Easy Recovery – Beth’s Story
Beth (not her real name) had been recovering from a compulsive eating disorder for eight months. She visited her therapist once a week, attended 12-step program meetings, and wrote diligently in her journal every single evening. She was gaining more confidence eating in public settings, and was usually able to speak up and ask for […]
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