We are entering that joyous time of year; the winter holidays! For many, this season is a precious time centered around family, friends, gifts, and traditions. It is a time to slow down and reflect as the evening arrives earlier and the cool air invites us inside. We swaddle ourselves in cozy clothes, sit by […]
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Diet culture or the idea of maintaining rigorous appearance standards is a dangerous yet pervasive element of modern society. Unfortunately, it is a problem that is not going away anytime soon. Without understanding the impacts of diet culture, the challenges and struggles it creates can lead to significant physical and psychological difficulties. What is Diet
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Intuitive eating is the idea that everyone has an innate knowledge of what and how much to eat. It’s oftentimes misunderstood and seen as another approach to dieting, especially nowadays. But intuitive eating is the exact opposite of a diet. While a diet is restrictive and holds you back from certain things, intuitive eating relies
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Have you ever tried using positive affirmations? The self-help tool has grown in popularity over the years and people often stress their life-changing benefits. But why would someone stand in front of a mirror, look into their own eyes, and tell themselves, “I love you”? How does talking to yourself have any effect on your
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“You are not your eating disorder.” If you’re in eating disorder treatment, you’ve likely heard this phrase at least a few times. It’s repeated often by those in recovery. Your disorder does not define you. You are more than your condition. You can build a life apart from your eating disorder. But how? It’s a
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Oftentimes the idea of self-care brings to mind overindulgent spa treatments or shopping sprees. While there is a time and a place for facials and retail therapy, neither of those things qualify as authentic self-care. They’re also the reason many people equate self-care with selfishness. Self-care is not about pampering yourself or treating yourself to
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With all the societal pressure to maintain our appearance, it’s hard not to let it influence you. Beauty standards about body size cause people to act out in many unhealthy and harmful ways. For example, disordered eating is one of the most common and accessible ways to manipulate your physical appearance. Eating disorders are behavioral
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Humans long to be a part of a group of people who understand their experiences. The age of the Internet has connected people around the world and made it much easier to find people with similar experiences. The positive impacts of these connections are undeniable. For example, those struggling with rare conditions could now find
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