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Eating Disorders The role of hope in recovery and wellbeing

The role of hope in recovery and wellbeing

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Whatever mess we find ourselves in, hope is our most powerful get-well tool. When we experience illness or trauma, our recovery becomes a journey and a destination. Along the way, hope provides a lantern when shadows surround us. Our wellbeing aligns with recovery and this has many parts – our...

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Eating Disorders Departing a rudderless sea to save myself

Departing a rudderless sea to save myself

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When young, I never imagined the world had a plan of its own. I was only aware of my existence and those close to me, never questioning there was choice between how, where, what or why anything may happen and how I was expected to manage the external world when...

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Eating Disorders An Open Letter to my Anxiety (Mr A)

An Open Letter to my Anxiety (Mr A)

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Dear Mr A. (Mr Anxiety), Firstly, I acknowledge you for what you are. You are mysterious, unpredictable, and unfathomable; you have every quality required to throw my life out of balance. I first felt your presence several years ago, during a deeply significant family event. I did not know what...

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Eating Disorders What not to say to someone with an eating disorder

What not to say to someone with an eating disorder

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“You are looking well today.” My aunt’s words became frozen in time. As a 13-year-old with anorexia nervosa, my brain sprang to high alert. Thoughts raged: “I’m fat. I look horrible. I must eat less.” Recovery roared in reverse. That incident happened decades ago, and I have forgiven my ignorant...

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Dear Diary Christmas message from The Diary Healer

Christmas message from The Diary Healer

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Dear Friends, As we ‘mature’ the years seem to go faster, and time becomes more precious. Not knowing how much time we have we want to use it in the most meaningful way possible. I hope 2019 has been all you have wanted it to be. Goodness, I will be...

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Life Writing Pets make great life story mentors and this is why

Pets make great life story mentors and this is why

By June Alexander I don’t need to read research papers to know that pets are great mentors for me. For me and many others, animals contribute to feelings of wellbeing. They teach about love and living in the moment. They are a best buddy in coping with illness, relationship breakups,...

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