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• Just a Little Bit of Anorexia

  Yes it is still some people’s wish to have a bit of anorexia. Means they don’t have to diet. Means they are slim enough to fit all their clothes. Means they hav... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Investing in Therapy

  This post by Jodie Gale sums up beautifully why people avoid therapy. Her 25 points of what you gain from therapy is also worth reading. Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Understanding Self-harm Tips

  Supporting someone who harms Don’t ignore or dismiss your concerns Do educate yourself about self-harm Do manage your own emotions about self-harm Don’t panic o... Read more

  Posted on 04 March 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Understanding Self-harm Tips

  Supporting someone who harms Don’t ignore or dismiss your concerns Do educate yourself about self-harm Do manage your own emotions about self-harm Don’t panic o... Read more

  Posted on 04 March 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Self-harm Myths and Facts

  Just like eating disorders, self-harm has just as many myths and stigmas surrounding it. Far too many misconceptions are out there, creating further confusion... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Self-harm Myths and Facts

  Just like eating disorders, self-harm has just as many myths and stigmas surrounding it. Far too many misconceptions are out there, creating further confusion... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• It’s Back to Details

  

  no more big picture, it’s back to every day small details.We got to the stage with Sophie that it was big picture stuff. No more daily details and looking at... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Staying Positive

  

  This month we have been talking about staying positive. I think we can all agree staying positive is a fantastic outlook to have on life, but it isn’t always... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Little Lights of Gratitude

  

  I really need to write this after the week we have been through and focus on some positive moments. Otherwise it just all becomes tragic and miserable. Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Please Make the Voice Stop

  The only way I can get the voice to stop is to cut. Then there is instant quiet. I can sleep.Chilling isn’t it. That’s my son. That was last night.And the cuts... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Diy Survey, Assessments Links

  

  First things first. I apologise for the ads I sometimes get on my blog. Unfortunately this is a free wordpress blog and the consequence is that they... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Recovery is Every Day, Every Moment

  Every moment of every day we have choice whether we are conscious of it or not. ~~~~~~~~~ The problem is that you don’t just choose recovery. You have to keep... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• My Little Bird Has Flown the Nest

  

  Yes Sophie has gone. Gone to chase her dreams, gone to become fully independent and be responsible for her own life. Whatever happens now is on her terms.Huge... Read more

  Posted on 01 February 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Let It Go

  You are given permission to let go of: the scale diet books and cookbooks beliefs that you’re not good enough stories that you need to earn — through your... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• 8 Types of Negative Thinking

  There are 8 types of negative thinking: All-or-nothing thinking (absolute) - Also called “black-or-white thinking”. There’s no middle ground. (“If I’m not... Read more

  Posted on 23 January 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Build Yourself a Support Team

  

  Often, we think we need to figure everything out by ourselves. Or we withdraw or isolate ourselves when we’re going through tough times. Eating disorders in... Read more

  Posted on 19 January 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• the Eating Disorder is the Relationship

  

  When you have an eating disorder you may think you are maintaining your usual relationships with family, friends etc. The sad reality is that you are... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Blessings

  I love this post from Stacy’s Heartprints of GodMakes you remember there is much to be thankful for and to realise everything is always part of a bigger... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• She Has Found Her Voice

  

  Sophie’s comment “I think I can express my feelings far better than my brothers and have always done so”, was very cute. I smiled at her and said yes she does... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2014 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• the Role of Relationships in Eating Disorders

  From: http://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/treatment-for-eating-disorders/family-roleFunction of Families in the Recovery ProcessEating disordered behavior reflect... Read more

  Posted on 29 December 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY