by Henry Becky | Nov 13, 2023 | Advocacy, Boundaries, Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Fear, Hope, Self Care, Shame, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Fear is a normal response when a loved one is in crisis. Fear can take away our capacity to engage our wise minds and can spiral us into trying to handle what is not ours to handle. The line between being a supportive caregiver or parent, and enabling a family member... 
by Henry Becky | Oct 27, 2023 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Communication, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Fear, Hope, Mindfulness, Recovery, Shame, Support, Tools for Caregivers
It’s common for family caregivers to get stuck wondering, “What did I do wrong?” And there isn’t a simple or quick solution. In the beginning when getting a loved one stabilized is of utmost importance, this takes a back seat, some would say it... 
by Henry Becky | Sep 17, 2023 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Fear, Hope, HUG Kits, Mindfulness, Oxygen Mask, Recovery, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers, Treatment
Family caregivers of those with eating disorders often STILL get a bad rap. Thankfully, many clinicians now see the value in supporting these caregivers who are typically trying to help save a family member’s life. It’s still very common sadly to hear clinicians say... 
by Henry Becky | Aug 19, 2023 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Fear, HUG Kits, Mindfulness, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Often I hear the raw terror from parents and partners telling me they are so uncertain about how to support a loved one with an eating disorder. There may be the sadness and fear about your child or partner who has been physically harming themselves and often... by Henry Becky | Jul 8, 2023 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Eating Disorders Resources, Education, Fear, Mindfulness, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Shame, Support, Tools for Caregivers, Treatment
Happy July! I hope you’re enjoying summer. I’m in Ireland now with family and as part of my SELF CARE, I’m inviting colleagues to share insights and helpful information as guest bloggers. If you’d like to participate, please reach out. This... 
by Henry Becky | Jun 30, 2023 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Fear, Holidays, HUG Kits, Joy, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
So, it’s HOT – at least in the Northern Hemisphere. And I’m of Norwegian descent and my body tells me to go look for a snowbank to stick my head in, or a mountain top to cool off on when it gets over 60% humidity and the temp is above 80 F. And yes, we’re going to... 