by Henry Becky | Jul 7, 2019 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Eating Disorders Resources, Education, Holidays, HUG Kits, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Every single parent with whom I’ve spoken over the past 16 years who has a child with an eating disorder would like for that child to have freedom and independence from that eating disorder. Hopefully your Independence Day weekend celebrations have allowed you some... 
by Henry Becky | Jan 5, 2019 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Holidays, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Like it or not, the December holidays are over. And you have somehow survived, hopefully more or less intact. Many families of those with eating disorders and other mental health challenges are still reeling and trying to help loved ones. Many of you have had college... 
by Henry Becky | Dec 15, 2018 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Holidays, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Does it seem like for everyone else, the holiday season is a time for peace, love and joy? Sometimes we believe that it’s perfect, love, light, fun, joy, sunshine and rainbows for everyone else. Usually that’s not true. For many caregivers it’s the most stressful,... 
by Henry Becky | Dec 4, 2018 | Caregiving, Holidays, Self Care, Support
For the majority, the holiday season is a time for family and joy. However, for those with eating disorders, it can be one of the most stressful times of the year. Thanksgiving, which typically revolves around food (like my favorite Scandinavian treat – Lefse)...