Words by Me
Eating disorders and relationships
How to communicate with someone you think may struggle with disordered eating.
Eating disorders and perfectionism
Where does perfectionism come from? How can we navigate it in a healthy way?
5 things no one tells you about eating disorders
Despite the nomenclature, eating disorders have very little to do with eating.
Dieting: A slippery slope to disordered eating
‘The dirty little secret about the diet industry is that many diets will fail.’
Triggered by transition: How tumult sets the stage for relapse
Life’s transitions can serve as the breeding ground for past trauma and the re-emergence of old patterns.
Learning to feel proud
Eating disorders don’t leave much to be proud of, but self-love taught me how to approve of myself.
Eating disorders and the holidays
How to navigate holidays meals, interactions with family members, and dark, cold days.