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Mindful Holiday Gatherings: Supporting a Loved One’s Eating Disorder Recovery

For those in eating disorder recovery, holiday events can be both meaningful and challenging. By approaching gatherings with empathy and care, you can help your loved one feel more comfortable and included. Here’s how you can support them with mindful, supportive actions. Educate Yourself on Recovery Challenges Being informed about your loved one’s recovery can … Read More

The Influence of Halloween Marketing on Body Image and Eating Disorders

Halloween is a time of excitement, creativity, and festive fun, but there’s a lesser-discussed issue: the effect of Halloween marketing on body image and eating disorders. From revealing costumes to candy-heavy ads, the way Halloween is marketed can contribute to unhealthy body image and trigger disordered eating behaviors. Let’s explore how this marketing affects these … Read More

Miracles Happen Here

By: Denise Cannon Director of Nursing, The Refuge – A Healing Place I had made up my mind. I was set out to write a blog on Transformation in Recovery. As I started to review this process I realized as I look all around me how hard everyone works and contributes to make this happen. … Read More