Your holiday box reminds you of your worth and value, but most of all, how loved you are. Be happy with this gift you created for you!
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Just as there is nothing shameful about struggling with your mental health, there is nothing shameful about not being in the holiday spirit.
To avoid burnout during the holidays, I need to prioritize filling my cup so my reservoir is full and ready for what lies ahead.
If we can let go of comparison this holiday season, then we can embrace gratitude for the little moments of joy and wonder.
Through journaling, I think it’s possible to turn the chaos of the holidays and this year as a whole into something more constructive.
Follow these steps, do the best you can, and you will be well on your way to hosting a holiday gathering that will be enjoyable for all in attendance — even...
Gratitude has helped me get through many situations, from daily and seasonal stresses to trauma that I would have struggled with for longer and may not have...
You are making progress and no one and nothing (not even a holiday) can take that away from you.
Journaling has always helped me process issues and make me feel less alone in my thoughts.
Let’s be a culture that is so kind to ourselves that we can’t help but also show kindness and generosity to everyone we come in contact with.
While Thanksgiving is a good reminder to reflect on what we are thankful for, we should be grateful for what we have (and don't have) every day of our lives.
Your feelings of sadness this holiday season are real and you are worthy of experiencing the holidays in any way that feels right to you.
Just like your eating disorder is about more than food, so is Thanksgiving.
Your body (and its size) does not define your worth. Despite what diet culture tells us, we are so much more than our bodies.
If you follow these 10 tips for reducing anxiety during the holiday season, you can feel better, have a brighter mood, and have more fun, too!
Talking about mental health is important. Keep the conversation going with those you trust and live your most holistically healthy life this fall.
Self-care is important during the holiday season and sometimes self-care means doing things we don’t necessarily want to do in order to make progress.
The eating disorder anxiety I felt on Thanksgiving decreased each year. The pie on the table ultimately became a symbol of my growth and recovery.
Difficulties with alcohol can often coexist with eating disorders. When drinking during the holidays, consider the underlying reasons for the outcome.
If this sounds all too familiar, I have a plan capable of helping us through holiday stress and anxiety. This plan allows me to enjoy the holiday.
There are ways to overcome travel anxiety so you can fully enjoy yourself, which is what the holiday season is all about!
Here are some ideas on how to navigate triggering comments during the holidays in a way capable of honouring your recovery while showing compassion for others...
Anonymous: What can I do to keep my depression from getting more intense during the winter?
For many of us, the holidays are times loaded with a complicated mess of feelings. Getting together with family or pals we haven’t seen in a while can be...
Not only can survive and enjoy the holidays, we can also enjoy holiday foods without guilt.
Establishing your own holiday routine isn’t always easy. Sometimes it even takes a lot of effort and planning. In the end, the extra thought is worth it.
More than anything, we want to enjoy the holidays and enjoy our annual reminder of the beautiful world we are fighting to recover for.
No matter where you might be on your recovery journey, the holiday season always feels just a little more difficult than any other time of year.
It is often overwhelming to be given gifts or served while you are recovering and already managing so many internal battles. Guilt is definitely a feeling many...
It doesn’t matter what specifically you’re doing, as long as you’re choosing to be a part of the event, instead of letting it pass by. It’s the commitment to...