Category: abstinent living
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September Is Where Summer and Autumn Meet
Why “The Last Summer Cookout” Can Be A Trigger. Food addiction does not take a holiday weekend off, and seasonal celebrations do not suddenly make compulsive eating safe. In fact, the combination of abundant food, relaxed schedules, social expectations, nostalgia, and the feeling that summer is ending can create a perfect storm for someone who…
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Why We Celebrate Recovery Milestones
One of the greatest physical gifts has been quieting the food noise. For most of my life, my mind seemed consumed with thoughts of food: what I would eat, what I shouldn’t eat, what I had already eaten, and what I promised I’d do differently tomorrow. Living with that constant mental chatter is exhausting. Experiencing…
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Spring Clean Your Kitchen, Refresh Your Recovery
the kitchen is considered the heart of the home because it represents nourishment, abundance, vitality, and the way we care for ourselves. For someone in food addiction recovery, the symbolism can feel even deeper. The energy of the kitchen can either support peace and clarity, or can reinforce chaos, depletion, or emotional overwhelm.