Tag: eating disorder recovery
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How to STOP Your Bathing Suit Fears from Ruining Your Summer
It’s here! (at least in the northern hemisphere). Summer Time. Long hot days. Grilling out. Vacations. No school. And sadly, for many of us, bathing suit fears. Yes, if you’re terrified to wear a bathing suit this summer- you’re not alone. Sadly, hating our bodies is the norm in today’s weight obsessed culture. But your […]
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What is a Weight Neutral Coach and Who Needs One?
A decade ago, I’d never even heard of a Weight Neutral Coach. Today- I am one! But when someone asks what I do, my answer is often met with a confused look. What exactly IS a Weight Neutral Coach? And who needs one? If you’re curious, keep reading. Before explaining what a weight neutral coach […]
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Here’s What You Need To Know About Setting A Target Weight
First of all DON’T. Yes, you read that right. I’m telling you bluntly: setting a target weight is NOT a good idea. Whether you’re stuck in the diet binge cycle, have yo-you dieted your entire life, or are recovering from a clinical eating disorder, my opinion on this is the same. OK, hear me out. […]
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Diet-Recovery Tip: Stop Labeling Foods Good or Bad Now!
Possibly the best diet-recovery tip I can give you is to stop labeling food as “good” or “bad”. Though a common habit among dieters and people struggling with disordered eating, this type of thinking can derail your recovery. Maybe you’ve heard of “all or nothing” or “black and white” thinking? Psychologists’ fancy title for these […]
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What Happens When You Focus on the Number on The Scale?
As I fought my body’s natural shape and size for decades, numbers took up a ridiculous amount of space in my brain. I attached meaning to numbers of all kinds. The number on the scale, on top of my math paper, on my pants size. Even thinking about my age could cause a panic. Each […]
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How To Make Peace With The Image In The Mirror
Consider these questions honestly. How do you speak to the reflection in the mirror? When I say you can make peace with the image in the mirror- do you cringe? Or roll your eyes? Do you laugh dismissively when you read suggestions around making peace with your body? Why is it so difficult to look […]
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“I’m Scared Once I Start, I’ll Never Stop Eating!” What You Need to Know
It was like I had an “on/off” switch. Only two settings to choose from. I could either eat nothing, or I’d eat everything in sight. It felt like there was no in between. My biggest fear was “Once I start, I’ll never stop eating!” And so I spent my days trying NOT to eat anything. […]
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A Powerful Mindset Shift From “I Eat Too Much”
“I eat too much.” How many times have you said this to yourself? Living in a world entrenched in diet culture, it’s no wonder we’re obsessed with how much we eat. Diet culture tells us: the less we eat, the healthier we are. This is a LIE. The Problem With “I Eat Too Much” The […]
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Growing Roots for a Successful Diet Recovery
How amazing is this tree? I mean, check out those roots. They go deep. Creating stability, they anchor the tree. They bring water, nutrients, and minerals in from the soil, helping the tree live and grow. These roots are essential to the tree’s health. And I’d argue disordered eating and diet recovery also require strong […]
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Do You Know When You’re Hungry?
Ever been around a toddler wanting your attention? What does this have to do with knowing when you’re hungry? I’ll tell you- just keep reading. When my sons want my attention, sometimes they start off quietly. Often with a, “Mom… Mommy… Mamma…” But if I don’t respond within a few seconds, their voices escalate. The […]