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My Second Chance

Hi, My name is John. I used to struggle with bulimia and anorexia, but not anymore. Today, I’m doing so much better. Here is my story about My Second Chance. I am so grateful to no longer struggle with bulimia or anorexia. I rely on the support of my family and friends. They are available [...]
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5 Fun Holiday Budget Gifts While in Eating Disorder Recovery

Holidays in recovery can be tricky. In addition to the stress of social gatherings and potential triggers comes the pressure to give the perfect gift. The gift that shows your loved ones how much you appreciate their support. With so many other things going on for you, emotionally, physically, and fiscally, the pressure to find [...]
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10 Ways to Keep Hope Alive in Recovery from Anorexia Nervosa

Woman struggling with anorexia in the winter

Eleanor Roosevelt once said that “the most important word in the English language is hope” [1]. How powerful hope can be! Hope the ability to connect us all to each other around a common cause. We find hope in many places, people and events. David Speigel researched the use of support group therapy and its [...]
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Holiday Relapse Prevention: What to Do if You Start to Slip

Relapse prevention is essential during the holidays when in recovery from an eating disorder. There are various signs to look for when you believe that you might be starting to slip. Share With Others When going to holiday family gatherings, or meeting up with friends, it is essential to share your triggers and needs with [...]
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When Negative Food Talk Takes Over the Office Holiday Party

Holidays are a beautiful time. Filled with loved ones, family, friends, and meals. When Christmas parties occur at your work, it can be a struggle for those with an eating disorder. Food, especially food that may feel safe to a person with an eating disorder, can be more of a battle during holiday parties. Holidays [...]
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Healing from Sexual Trauma and Eating Disorders

Woman upset with her dental issues during eating disorder

Contributor: By Rachael Clauson, MAAT, Eating Disorder Specialist, Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Healing from an eating disorder is a complex journey that is rarely linear and predictable. Overcoming an eating disorder involves the healing of the mind, body, and spirit. And for someone who has experienced sexual trauma, healing adds another layer of complexity in [...]
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Get Through Holiday Parties Without Restricting or Bingeing

Holiday celebrations and events typically mean an excess of food and treats that are usually found at this time of year. Often many individuals struggling with an eating disorder may find it difficult to fight off urges to restrict or binge. When working eating disorder recovery, learning to combat urges with coping skills and tools [...]
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Know When to Get Help During a Severe Eating Disorder Relapse

Recovery can take practice and patience over several years of mindfulness, practicing coping skills, and treatment. Both care and aftercare are essential for gaining an eating disorder free life. How to Know if You Are in a Severe Relapse First, know that relapses happen at a progressive rate. You may feel that things are going [...]
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Learn Mindful Movement in Compulsive Overexercise Recovery

It seems to be common in today’s society for individuals to exercise compulsively. Our Westernized society and culture seem to push for the extreme in most things. For those who are struggling with an eating disorder compulsive, overexercise is not a healthy way to keep our bodies and minds healthy. The discussion around mindful movement [...]
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Discovering Emotional Presence During the Holiday Season

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