Dieting is seductive because it makes (false) promises to quell our physical, personal and interpersonal fears. And not only that, it promises simplicity – something we all so desperately seek in this entropic world…
Ditch That Diet Part 3: Finding Your Way Back to Intuitive Eating
Diet talk is everywhere. It’s in our favorite TV shows and movies. It’s in books and podcasts and blogs. It’s in our social media feeds and in real life conversations with friends and family. It’s even in our churches. Literally, the last three sermons I’ve heard (from three different pastors) have all included diet talk. And by “diet talk” I’m referring to any commentary along the lines of…
Ditch That Diet Part 2: My Journey to Full Recovery From Disordered Eating
CW: If you have struggled with disordered eating in the past or are currently struggling now, you may want to skip this post as some of the content could be triggering for you. If you do decide to read the post anyway, know that you can always close out of your browser at anytime and seek support. You never have to continue reading if it feels unsafe to do so. To find support near you, call the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline at 1-800-931-2237.