During National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, I was reminded just how much our society encourages us to wear “Ed glasses.” Instead of appreciating our bodies as a place to live—a vehicle for life—we are taught to nip, tuck, and control. Further, we often don’t even realize that our eyes literally…Read More
Who am I without Ed? When I was struggling with my own eating disorder, this was a question I thought (and worried) about a lot. With this blog post, I am thrilled to introduce you to an expert who will tackle this challenging topic. Dr. Tamara Pryor is the Clinical…Read More
Do you have a reason for recovery? My dear friend and colleague, Dr. Michael E. Berrett, shares below about how finding a reason—any reason—can help you to find recovery. This month, Dr. Berrett and I will have the chance to present together in Greenville, South Carolina—where we will certainly mention…Read More
I distinctly remember feeling fat wearing the leotard pictured to the left. Yes, at the young age of four, I already heard Ed screaming, “You aren’t good enough.” If you hear Ed’s voice, you know that he can talk incessantly all year round. You also know that his chatter can get…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