In therapy, how to stop binging is often a therapy goal. Binge eating can feel like a constant battle. You try to control binging by limiting what you eat, making new meal plans, and promising yourself that “this time will be different,” only to find...
If you’ve found yourself feeling anxious, guilty, or even ashamed around food this Easter—especially after eating chocolate—you’re not alone. Holidays can be a particularly difficult time for individuals who are navigating disordered eating or in recovery from an eating disorder. While others might see chocolate eggs and hot...
The relationship between chronic stress and people-pleasing behaviors is increasingly recognised as having significant impacts on the body, including contributing to autoimmune disorders in women. This highlights the critical connection between mental and physical health, emphasising the importance of addressing underlying stressors to support overall...
The early weeks and months of motherhood can be a very tough and difficult time. It often comes with emotional confusion and overload for mothers. During this time, mothers experience significant changes. This transformation is called Matrescence. ...
Self-compassion is based on three principles- being aware of our own pain and suffering (whatever that may be and look like), acknowledging that pain and suffering, whilst difficult is a shared human experience, and then directing feelings of kindness and care towards ourselves as we...
The evidence suggests that women with PCOS have higher rates of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, body dissatisfaction, and eating disorders. PCOS is shown to be a hormonal condition in women. Interestingly, despite what the name suggests, it is not just an ovary condition. PCOS is...
Body image is how you perceive, think, and feel about your body. This can include your body size, weight, shape, or your appearance more generally. A positive body image can improve self-esteem, self-acceptance and a healthy relationship with food and physical activity....