Five Tips for Being Home for Winter Break in Eating Disorder Recovery

The stress is winding down, but now the uncertainty of the upcoming winter break is upon you. The shifts in your predictable daily routine and the worry of how people will respond to the changes in your actions, behaviors, and body when you return home from school can be unpleasant and stressful.

Family, Holidays, SchoolAmanda NussbaumDecember 27, 2022eating disorder recovery, mental health, Holidays, boudaries, Winter Break, time off from school, eating disorder treatment

How You Can Support A Loved One With an Eating Disorder Over the Holidays

The winter holidays can be a fantastic opportunity to enjoy being with family and friends. But they can also be stressful and challenging for people with eating disorders. If you or someone you love is navigating the holidays while struggling with an eating disorder, it is crucial to know how to be supportive.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 23, 2022mental health, eating disorder recovery, Holidays, family gatherings, family, christmas, hanukkah, diet culture, support system, support

FREE Virtual Event: New Year, New Perspective A Livestream Event to Redefine Wellness with BALANCE

WebinarsAmanda NussbaumDecember 22, 2022

10 Ways to Honor Your Authentic Health This Holiday Season (Instead of Dieting)

The new year is right around the corner, and with it comes our culture’s fixation on resolutions. While new year’s resolutions aren’t explicitly bad, the overwhelming messaging behind resolutions creates pressure to change your body size, shape, eating habits, and lifestyle, emphasizing your value defined by your appearance.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 21, 2022eating disorder, recovery, diet culture, disordered eating, Holidays, eating disorder support, family, new year's, New Year, Diet Talk, self-talk

Ways to Remove Morality from Food Over the Holidays

Learn how to remove morality from food during the holidays with practical tips. Enjoy a stress-free season by neutralizing your relationship with food.

Eating Disorders, Family, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 20, 2022eating disorder, Holidays, holiday stress, family gatherings, family, body image, Diet Talk, diet culture, holidays, food morality, labeling foods, memories, restructure your thoughts

2022 Eating Disorder Recovery-Aligned Gift Guide

Discover thoughtful and recovery-aligned gift ideas for loved ones struggling with eating disorders. Make this holiday season stress-free and supportive with meaningful presents.

Accountability During the Holidays in Eating Disorder Recovery

As temperatures drop and autumn draws to a close, shorter days and holiday breaks are just around the corner. Most people highly anticipate the last few months of the year. But winter can be a demanding time of year for some, especially those struggling with mental health. Holding yourself accountable during your recovery at this time of year can be challenging, but that makes it all the more important. Accountability during the end of the year is not only valuable but vital to maintaining recovery in the long run.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 16, 2022mental health, eating disorder recovery, Holidays, family gatherings, family, christmas, hanukkah, kwanzaa, cope with stress, accountability, holidays

3 Ways to Stop Labeling Foods This Holiday Season

Discover how to stop labeling foods this holiday season. Establish a neutral relationship with food and set boundaries for a healthier mindset.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 14, 2022eating disorder, disordered eating, Thanksgiving, thankful, Diet Talk, diet culture, family, family gatherings, Holidays, holiday boundaries, holiday stress, food morality, food language

5 Ways To Support a Loved One in Recovery During the Holidays

Discover 5 essential ways to support a loved one in eating disorder recovery during the holiday season. Make this time recovery-aligned with compassion and understanding.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 12, 2022eating disorder, recovery, diet culture, disordered eating, Holidays, support system, eating disorder support, family

Free Virtual Eating Disorder Support Group January 7th and January 20th

BALANCE is proud to offer free eating disorder support groups that provide an opportunity to those contemplating some form of treatment for concerns related to eating, food, and body image.

Melainie RogersDecember 10, 2022

5 Non-Food Related Holiday Activities

Explore 5 non-food-related holiday activities to enjoy the season without the focus on eating. Prioritize connection and experience this holiday season in a recovery-aligned way.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 9, 2022eating disorder, recovery, self-comparison, self comparison, diet culture, webinar, disordered eating, holiday boundaries, non-food activities, craft ideas, holiday crafts, holiday activities, holiday lights, volunteer, community service, holiday movies

How to Handle Holiday Food Comments and Protect Your Recovery

Discover how to navigate and protect your eating disorder recovery during the holidays. Learn strategies to handle unhelpful food comments with care.

Eating Disorders, HolidaysAmanda NussbaumDecember 7, 2022mental health, eating disorder recovery, Holidays, family gatherings, family, christmas, hanukkah, Thanksgiving, kwanzaa, diet culture, traveling for the holidays, cope with stress, food comments, self-care, prioritize yourself

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The stress is winding down, but now the uncertainty of the upcoming winter break is upon you. The shifts in your predictable daily routine and the worry of how people will respond to the changes in your actions, behaviors, and body when you return home from school can be unpleasant and stressful.

Learn how to remove morality from food during the holidays with practical tips. Enjoy a stress-free season by neutralizing your relationship with food.

Discover thoughtful and recovery-aligned gift ideas for loved ones struggling with eating disorders. Make this holiday season stress-free and supportive with meaningful presents.

Discover how to stop labeling foods this holiday season. Establish a neutral relationship with food and set boundaries for a healthier mindset.

Discover 5 essential ways to support a loved one in eating disorder recovery during the holiday season. Make this time recovery-aligned with compassion and understanding.

Explore 5 non-food-related holiday activities to enjoy the season without the focus on eating. Prioritize connection and experience this holiday season in a recovery-aligned way.

Discover how to navigate and protect your eating disorder recovery during the holidays. Learn strategies to handle unhelpful food comments with care.