This is the final post in a series about the most common cognitive distortions – false beliefs – and how they relate to eating disorders. Heaven’s reward fallacy As Dr. John Grohol describes in an article for Psych Central, with this cognitive distortion “we expect our sacrifice and self-denial to pay off, as if someone […]
Catastrophizing
In a series of posts, we’re exploring some of the most common cognitive distortions – negative thought patterns that reinforce false beliefs and steer people away from recovery. Catastrophizing This cognitive distortion is like having a huge case of the “What if’s?” What if I hurt my foot exercising and can never leave the house […]
All-or-Nothing Thinking
Cognitive distortions are thought patterns that reinforce false beliefs about ourselves and the world around us. These patterns can be deeply ingrained and often it takes an outside observer like a therapist or sponsor to see them. In the next few blog posts, we’ll examine some of the most common cognitive distortions and how they […]
What to Expect at a Yoga Therapy Group
The yoga therapy program at the White Picket Fence Counseling Center is a powerful combination of traditional yoga with a therapeutic approach that specifically addresses body image issues as a result of an eating disorder or food addiction. (There is another article here with more information about how the principles of yoga can help heal […]
The Trouble With Not Speaking Up
I once heard of an eating disorder recovery group called “Say It or Stuff It.” So many people who have issues with food also have difficulty communicating what their needs are, and they’re not speaking up for themselves. The trouble likely stems from what we were taught as children – spoken or unspoken messages such […]
Mindfulness and Meditation Resources for Your Journey
If you’re ready to start a mindfulness or meditation practice, here are our favorite resources to guide you.
What are the Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation? (Video)
Meditation can help you get in touch with your feelings and gain awareness of things that are going on that may be causing you stress and leading you to restrict or overeat. Therapy and meditation can both be catalysts that clear away stuff so people can resolve things themselves and self-activate. As you’ll see in […]
A Few Mindful Moments Can Bring Powerful Healing
Whether you’re someone who’s not ready or interested to pursue a spiritual life, or someone who’s looking for the way to strengthen a connection, mindfulness is an approach that is accessible to everyone. At White Picket Fence Counseling Center, we hear a lot of people say things like, “I’m so bright in other areas of […]
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