I’ve never been a big fan of New Years Resolutions. My resolutions have always been to lose weight, and why stop there? To do better in school/college/uni, to dress better, get a better job, be a nicer person but be more assertive, do more for charity, meet a guy, make some more friends, be better friends …
Dr. Ed Tyson, a medical doctor who specializes in treating eating disorders in Austin, Texas, recently wrote an article, entitled, “Ten Things I Wish Physicians Would Know About Eating Disorders.” Inspired by this piece, I’ve compiled my own list of ten things I wish the public knew about eating disorders: 1) Eating disorders come in …
In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share my top 7 recovery tips with you. I was inspired by Julie Parker’s amazing book “My Recovery” because many of the suggestions shared in this book resonated strongly with me and my own experience. My Top 7 Recovery Tips Explore your creative side Embrace Imperfection Don’t diet …
In this special episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share an interview with my sister Valerie with you. Valerie has been my rock in the years of my struggle and has been there for my during the hard months of recovery. Follow this link to listen to the interview She’s three years younger than me and I …
In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I talk about the positive and negative aspects of competition in recovery. We are all competitive. It is a characteristic trait that we have deep within us. Some have it more than others, but we all have it. Competing with others in recovery can be a motivating factor and …
Anorexia often makes us believe that we do not have to gain any weight in order to be healthy and live fully. However, the effects that being underweight has on your body are numerous. In this episode, I am making you aware of the serious consequences of not giving your body the nutrients it needs …
In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I talk about how my recovery has changed my relationships with those close to me. In order to recover you must accept change and those around you have to accept it also. Now here lies the struggle. When you are in the throws of this disease you are a certain …
In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share 10 steps you can take in order to forgive yourself and those who have hurt you. What does forgiving even mean? Here is the definition: Stop feeling angry or resentful toward (someone) for an offense, flaw, or mistake. Learning this skill is crucial in recovery. We all hold …
In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share an episode of the True Beauty Podcast with you. Judy and I share the truth about the word fat. We go into the real meaning of it and what we imply when we say it to ourselves or to others. We also share how you can work …
In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I talk about unleashing your inner force in order to kick your eating disorder’s butt and being your own master again. I remind you of the sheer force of nature you are and were since the day you were born. I make you realize your power and your accomplishments that …
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