Keeping Halloween Spooky and Safe While In Eating Disorder Recovery

Celebrating Halloween can come in many forms – enjoying spooky stories, watching scary movies, dressing up in creative costumes, and enjoying sweet treats. Knowing which aspect of Halloween excites you can take the pressure off the emphasis on candy and help guide your celebration of this spooky day.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumOctober 26, 2023eating disorder, eating disorder recovery, mental health, jewish community, halloween party, webinar, halloween candy, halloween activities, halloween, halloween costume

Yom Kippur and Eating Disorder Recovery - Should You Fast?

Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is observed annually by the Jewish community. This year, Yom Kippur takes place from Sunday, September 24th to Monday, September 25th. There are a variety of traditions associated with the holiday, such as observation and fasting. However, those struggling with an eating disorder or on the path to eating disorder recovery should consider whether fasting is their safest option.

Eating Disorders, Jewish Community, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumSeptember 20, 2023eating disorder, disordered eating, Yom Kippur, should I fast on Yom Kippur?, ED and Yom Kippur, jewish community, jewish holiday, yom kippur, yom kippur and ed recovery, yom kippur and eating disorder recovery

3 Tips for Navigating Rosh Hashanah in Eating Disorder Recovery

Rosh Hashanah, a holiday to celebrate the Jewish New Year, is a time to gather with loved ones and enjoy traditions of food and prayers. Yet for those in eating disorder recovery, this celebration can bring up stress with more food around.

Eating Disorders, Jewish Community, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumSeptember 13, 2023eating disorder, eating disorder recovery, mental health, jewish community, jewish new year, rosh hashanah and eating disorder, rosh hashanah, rosh hashanah ed recovery

Observing Yom Kippur in Eating Disorder Recovery

Navigating Yom Kippur in eating disorder recovery: learn how to honor the holiday without compromising your health and well-being.

Eating Disorders, Jewish Community, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumSeptember 28, 2022mental health, eating disorder recovery, jewish community, judaism, Yom Kippur, Holidays, kosher

Recovery and Yom Kippur: When Fasting Doesn’t Serve You

Discover meaningful ways to observe Yom Kippur without fasting. Explore traditions that honor your needs and maintain spiritual connection.

Eating Disorders, Holidays, Jewish CommunityAmanda NussbaumSeptember 21, 2022eating disorder, Holidays, jewish community, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur

Eating Disorders in the Jewish Community

Explore eating disorders in the Jewish community and learn how recovery aligns with cultural practices. Understand the challenges and accommodations, including keeping kosher and observing food-related holidays.

Eating Disorders, Recovery, Holidays, ReligionAmanda NussbaumMarch 31, 2022eating disorder, religion, jewish community, judaism

THE BALANCE BLOG

Rosh Hashanah, a holiday to celebrate the Jewish New Year, is a time to gather with loved ones and enjoy traditions of food and prayers. Yet for those in eating disorder recovery, this celebration can bring up stress with more food around.

Navigating Yom Kippur in eating disorder recovery: learn how to honor the holiday without compromising your health and well-being.

Discover meaningful ways to observe Yom Kippur without fasting. Explore traditions that honor your needs and maintain spiritual connection.