I started reading my brand new signed copy of Kara Richardson Whitely’s book last night and couldn’t put it down! The Weight of Being is a beautiful, inspirational story of finding one’s self. Kara’s vulnerability is refreshing and incredibly relatable. If you have ever struggled with food, body image, trauma,…Read More
“Thanks for telling me I have cancer,” Amy texted me several days ago. We had connected for over a month about the very real truth that she needed to go to treatment. She didn’t have cancer though. Amy needed help for an eating disorder, yet, like many, including myself for…Read More
My therapist prescribed me to drink more alcohol. I had described symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), yet once again, the diagnosis was completely missed. Even worse, this uniformed therapist suggested that I drink wine “medicinally,” beginning in the morning, to help cope with what he said was high anxiety.…Read More
You might know Shannon Cutts through her popular book, Beating Ana. Or maybe you are familiar with her groundbreaking work at MentorCONNECT. Possibly, you listen to her inspirational music. What you might not know about Shannon is that she is a proud birdie mommy. I learned about Shannon’s heartfelt relationship…Read More
This Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network) asked, “What can you do in April?” This simple question prompted me to connect with author Jessica Yaffa regarding this blog post. A survivor of abuse, Jessica recently released her powerful memoir, Mine Until: My Journey Into and…Read More