Expensive Alkaline Water is Not Going to Solve All of Your Problems

Expensive water which claims to solve all of your problems? Probably a good idea to pass on that!

A Weight Loss Challenge is Not Going to Heal Your Relationship with Food

Just dropping this here for whoever needs this reminder as all the November weight loss challenges pop up. Do them if you want, but know that it’s not going to heal your relationship with food and it might make navigating food at the winter holidays even more challenging.

Please Stop Commenting on How Much Halloween Candy Someone is Eating

You’re not good for restricting Halloween candy and you’re not bad for eating it.
Please stop commenting on how much candy people eat one way or the other.

Recovery From an Eating Disorder is Not Just About Being Able to Eat Cupcakes and Ice Cream

Recovery from an eating disorder is so much more nuanced than just being able to eat cupcakes and ice cream! Although that’s certainly nice to be able to have these things and not freak out or need to compensate afterwards!

It’s Okay to Treat Yourself With Food

Contrary to what you may have heard or believe to be true, it is totally okay to treat yourself using food!! Life is pretty stressful and you work so hard and you deserve a treat! If food or drink is the way for you then absolutely go for it! Of course, the problem is when the only way you know how to treat yourself or relax is through food and drink.