Taken from a list of recovery tips, written by Carolyn Costin, MFT, with my own comments following:
"It helps to have a reason why...a meaningful life..."what are you recovering to?"
The eating disorder field struggles with the question of what an eating disorder is...is it a mental illness, as addiction, a brain disease? I like to simply call it a disorder. Things are disordered and need to be put back in order.
But even more so, I prefer to focus on where you are going. Rather than what are you recovering from? I want to ask you all to think about what you are recovering TO. I think it helps to begin to create a picture of what your life will be like when you are recovered, even if you have no idea right now. What would you like for it to look like, even in one small area?
One way is to do visualizations such as one where you visualize a day in your life when you are recovered. Most of you/us are very creative and, if not in the beginning, you can eventually begin to create a picture of your recovered life.
I also believe that in seeing it, it truly helps to believe and create it.
What are YOU recovering TO?
Click on a state below to find eating disorder treatment options that could be right for you.
For individuals, friends and families who are looking to connect during life's challenging times. Share personal experiences, evaluate information and get support during times of need, illness, treatment or recovery.
The information provided on EatingDisordersOnline.com is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and his/her health professional. This information is solely for informational and educational purposes and we encourage all visitors to see a licensed physician if they believe that they have an eating disorder. The publication of this information does not constitute the practice of medicine, and this information does not replace the advice of your physician or other health care provider. Neither the owners or employees of EatingDisordersOnline.com nor the author(s) of site content take responsibility for any possible consequences from any treatment, procedure, exercise, dietary modification, action or application of medication which results from reading this site. Always speak with your primary health care provider before engaging in any form of self treatment. Please see our Legal Statement for further information.
.tiny.jpg "tiny")
Eating Disorder Support Groups at SupportGroups.com provides a network for those facing life's challenges. Click on the following links to get the support you need in a confidential, caring environment.
If you or a loved one is suffering from an eating disorder and need help entering into recovery then we are here to offer help in any way we can. We have over 2,000 Treatment Facilities and Treatment Professionals listed on our Directory. You can search by Zip Code, City or State. Click here to search for a Treatment Facility that is right for you.
