Winter’s colder days and darker evenings bring seasonal shifts that may uniquely affect individuals with eating disorders (EDs). The changes in weather, light, and routines can intensify ED symptoms, making it essential to develop strategies to support mental and physical well-being during this time. The Seasonal Effects on Eating Disorder Symptoms Diminished Sunlight and SAD: … Read More
For those in eating disorder recovery, holiday events can be both meaningful and challenging. By approaching gatherings with empathy and care, you can help your loved one feel more comfortable and included. Here’s how you can support them with mindful, supportive actions. Educate Yourself on Recovery Challenges Being informed about your loved one’s recovery can … Read More
Halloween is a time of excitement, creativity, and festive fun, but there’s a lesser-discussed issue: the effect of Halloween marketing on body image and eating disorders. From revealing costumes to candy-heavy ads, the way Halloween is marketed can contribute to unhealthy body image and trigger disordered eating behaviors. Let’s explore how this marketing affects these … Read More
Every year, we pause to recognize National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAwareness Week), a campaign that was crafted by the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) to promote awareness of eating disorders, provide education to the public, and offer encouragement to those who are suffering from eating disorders. This year, NEDAwareness Week takes place February 21-27. … Read More
By Stephanie Cruz Distance Learning is a thing now. Pretty much the entire country has turned to virtual instruction and for a lot of us, teachers included, it’s an entirely new world in education! In my regular classroom, I am very organized, my students are very organized (largely due to my influence), and things are … Read More
By: Jakob Stone, MBA In recent weeks millions of people have transitioned to working and schooling from home. Whether you are a work-from-home veteran or still trying to find a groove, these 4 tips can help improve your productivity, comfortability, and efficiency! Designate A Work Space Or Spruce Yours Up. Having a … Read More
Dressing 3/4 cup red wine vinegar ½ cup maple syrup 1/8 cup water 1/8 cup lime juice 2.5 tablespoons minced canned chipotle in adobo 1.5 cup corn oil Procedure Combine red wine vinegar, maple syrup, water, minced chipotle, & lime juice in a bowl Slowly whisk in oil Season with salt & pepper to taste … Read More
This post was written for YOU! If you are reading this right now, please believe me when I tell you that you are important and that you are worthy of love. You, just by being you, are unique and you are enough. There is nothing that you or anyone else could say or do that … Read More
Have you heard of the Universe giving you three signs and when you see them, you need to listen? And listen hard. Shorts, bathing suit, dress for formal night, heels, check, check, check, check. Travel toothbrush, um, ah, dang it! Okay, keep going. Lipstick, check. I reach for my cosmetic bag in which to pack … Read More
As a trauma therapist, I spend a lot of time educating people about how we got ourselves into the pickle of using a specific behavior to solve life problems. All the while now knowing that those behaviors aren’t working for us any more and counting to do them. It might have worked brilliantly to get … Read More
