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Overcoming Body Insecurities and Finding Self-Love Through Yoga
In today’s society, body insecurities and eating disorders are issues that plague countless women, often stemming from various experiences or societal pressures. I want to share my personal journey of overcoming these challenges, in the hope that it resonates with others and provides some solace or guidance.
Demi WrightPublished 2 days ago in PsycheHow To Accept Your Body Post-Eating Disorder Recovery
Accepting your changing body after eating disorder treatment or while you’re on your recovery journey can be arduous at times.
zoe frenchmanPublished 4 days ago in Psyche- Content Warning
I'm Not Okay
I chose I'm Not Okay for a very specific reason... It's the truth. In the piece, I'm going to be ranting about exactly why I'm not okay. I'll break it up into different sections, multiple mental health because I am broken.
Rene PetersPublished 9 days ago in Psyche The six pillars of self-esteem
The six pillars of self-esteem- Why it is not centred on how you feel but pivots essentially around what you think you are capable of
Hridya SharmaPublished 26 days ago in Psyche- Content Warning
The time before she danced on pills
7:00 am Though already awake, her alarm still blares at 7 am; she had risen at 6, watching the minutes crawl by until it reached 7. She watched every single minute bypass. Till then she cuddles her fish plushy tight, she cuddles her plush toy like its her daughter. Something she feels she isn't.
A Few Of My Favorite Stories
“The Eagle Story” I tell this story when working with people who have trauma, grief, and loss work to do. The many people who are giving up drugs, alcohol, sugar, overworking, gambling, etc. Those traumas have been self-medicated by using one of the above and others.
Denise E LindquistPublished about a month ago in PsycheThe Wise Man: Navigating Life with Knowledge and Insight
Introduction to the Concept of the Wise Man In a world filled with complexity and uncertainty, the figure of the wise man stands out as a beacon of guidance and understanding. But what exactly defines a wise man? How does one embody wisdom in their daily life? Let's delve into the essence of wisdom and explore how it shapes our existence.
quizat karimPublished 2 months ago in Psyche- Content Warning
Me vs. My Body
I became unbearably insecure as a child due to my peers and family’s constant comments on my weight and looks. As simple as it is, it managed to carry on with me all this time, even though I have been trying to overcome it for an immeasurable amount of time, half successfully. I never had the ideal weight or body type, thus I became the butt of the joke for many people in my life. An odd sense of melancholy beats in my heart for my younger self as I’m remembering what that small child had to worry about at such a young age. The bullying never was extreme, however it definitely made my younger self reevaluate my worth as a human being. The idea that if I lost weight, I would be accepted by everyone and all of my problems would be gone sparked in my mess of a brain like a lightbulb and suddenly weight loss became my top priority for many years to come. However, The effort was not there and I continued to severely struggle until I was about 13 years old. My mother put me on diets, gave me ‘pretty pills’ and my entire family excitedly commented on what I ate and how I look. Despite their outspoken opinions, they encouraged my binge eating and continued to provide me with food which I should not have been consuming based on their ideals. I was confused by these contradicting actions and never understood why they, specifically my mother, cared as much as they seemingly did. That was until one morning, my grandmother brought me my usual calorie-packed greasy breakfast. My mother snapped and—if my mind recollects correctly—she shouted at me, blaming me for eating the breakfast I was given. I then finally understood why she was doing this in the first place. She was embarrassed of me and this was not just an assumption manifested by my self-conscious self. I could hear her voice loud and clear as the pieces were finally put together. Her self-projecting, however, clicked later which brings me the simple feeling of sadness, but the shame I felt during that encounter still sits in my memory clear as a summer spring.
Glass ShardsPublished 2 months ago in Psyche Exploring the Influence of Childhood Experiences on the Psyche
Childhood experiences play a pivotal role in shaping an individual's psyche. These formative years are a crucial period for emotional, cognitive, and social development. Various psychological theories suggest that early experiences can significantly impact an individual's personality, behavior, and mental health later in life. In this article, we will delve into the intricate ways in which childhood experiences influence the psyche, drawing from both psychological research and real-life examples.
BLESSING COOLPublished 2 months ago in PsycheHey You, Stop Judging That Addict!
In my Morning Pages today, the same theme. I’m starting over. Again. A new day, a fresh start, and despite a lifetime of failures and giving in to temptation, I’m hopeful. Again.
Joe Guay - Dispatches From the Guay Life!!Published 3 months ago in PsycheHow to care for oneself while grieving
How to care for oneself while grieving Grief in its entirety strikes while you least expect it. The atrocity of sadness lies in the false notion of being alone and having it all together all the time. To be or not to be in the constant state of despair is not in one’s hands, as melancholy varies in its intensity ranging from a dejected mood to deep and chronic loneliness. Oftentimes people subject their negativity to a mere passage of time, but often there is an underlying cause that needs to be addressed and healed to become in a state of awareness of their emotions and innate being. It is important to bring light to the need to embrace one’s emotions and not shame ourselves with guilt when we don't feel happy or in rhythm with our souls. Often we lose the sense of self when surrounded by grief.
Hridya SharmaPublished 3 months ago in Psyche- Content Warning
The Dark Truth
I want to start with something that is hopefully obvious... Eating disorders should NOT be glamorized. Some of the stuff in here is well known but other stuff isn't as obvious unless you deal with or have dealt with them in the past.
Rene PetersPublished 3 months ago in Psyche