by Henry Becky | Jan 25, 2020 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Gratitude, Hope, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Hope Network, LLC guest writer, “Anonymous Mom” shares her insights on the topic of ‘Gratitude’ which is a key to growing hope. In this series on having more hope, I’m sharing some of the keys from the presentation, “Psychology of Happiness, a Provider... 
by Henry Becky | Jan 11, 2020 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Eating Disorders Resources, Education, Hope, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Hearing a previous client say, “I’m deeply grateful for the way you helped me put my pieces back together. And they shine brighter than before.” reignites my passion for doing the work I do. Some days I need a reminder of the passion for changing the way parents are... 
by Henry Becky | Dec 29, 2019 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Holidays, Hope, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Driving on the left side of the road is such a metaphor for how adaptable we need to be in life in general. It made me think of eating disorders caregivers and how adaptability can make the whole journey easier and less stressful. Here are a few metaphors for... 
by Henry Becky | Dec 20, 2019 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Tools for Caregivers, Weight Stigma
Hurtling down a single track next to a river gorge is a bit more of an adrenaline rush than I need. Joyful movement to me is a mix of gently to moderately challenging my body, possibly a small amount of adrenaline. Ideally, it includes being in nature, seeing beauty,... 
by Henry Becky | Dec 14, 2019 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Eating Disorders Resources, Education, Hope, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
While escaping another frigid Minnesota winter down here in New Zealand, one of their volcanic islands, Whakaari/White Island erupted about 150 miles away from Auckland where we were staying. As Mr. Rogers always said, “Look for the helpers.” And wow, have there been... 
by Henry Becky | Nov 29, 2019 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Hope, HUG Kits, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
How can growing your knowledge about eating disorders grow your hope and help support your loved one? Let’s talk about that. Why do we need to increase knowledge ourselves about our family member’s illness? As I share in the education chapter of the HUG Kit...