November 23, 2010
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Given all the chatter lately about The Holiday Season coupled with the short work week (for many) and the barrage of ads about stores opening at 3am Friday, there’s no denying that Thanksgiving is upon us. I’ve seen a lot … Continue reading
November 19, 2010
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If the web is to be trusted, Joss Whedon has said “Loneliness is about the scariest thing out there.” For a guy who has explored a thousand terrifying things – like pushing his characters to their limits to save the … Continue reading
November 17, 2010
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Last month, I wrote a post about the courage of one person confronting her eating disorder and trying to raise money to cover the costs associated with her treatment as the insurance company was refusing to pay (Keeping Hope Alive). … Continue reading
November 8, 2010
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Last week wasn’t the best week that I’ve had in recovery. Even thought I didn’d resort to behaviors at all, the trauma of being backed into a corner, of having my identity questioned (including in ways that I’m unable to … Continue reading
November 2, 2010
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I usually leave the scientific analysis of eating disorders, symptomology, and recovery concerns to those who have a better grasp on them – which is, of course, part of the reason that I regularly click over to ED Bites when … Continue reading
October 27, 2010
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Sometimes, life has a funny way of laughing at us. I feel like life and the universe have been getting a kick out of me lately to a point that hurts. A friend who passed away in the last couple … Continue reading
October 4, 2010
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Part of the reason why so many people write in blogs is because somewhere – deep down – they know that it’s possible to make a connection with others. They know that sharing their experience is something that may make … Continue reading
September 10, 2010
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I can’t remember how many times, when I was really struggling, I didn’t believe that I deserved to stay alive. I can’t recall what kept me moving forward, or when my thoughts first drifted toward looking for an out – … Continue reading
September 9, 2010
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I’ve been trying to write this for days now, but the words haven’t been close enough to the surface to capture. I’ve been numb, distracted, anxious, and a little bit disoriented. Time hasn’t exactly been linear – and it’s been … Continue reading
August 18, 2010
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Becoming vocal about the need for change in the way that all eating disorders are researched, recognized, treated – and the way these things are funded – is a crucial element of making a difference. We all do this in … Continue reading