12/12/2024
As the holidays and events surrounded by food draw near, it may be tempting to run and hide or just not go at all 🙇🏼♀️. Instead of missing out on the special memories to be had✨, below are some eating disorder recovery tips for the holidays🎄🕎:
1.) Find new ways to celebrate the holiday that isn’t focused on food/eating. There are many non-food related traditions you can make, such as going on a group walk or playing board games ♟️ 🧩🃏.
2.) Bring a dish you know you can fall back on in case disordered thoughts become too much or if safe foods aren’t available. 🥣🥪
3.) Find/bring a person who you know will be there for you, such as someone who can help you steer away from difficult conversations or eat more comfortably with. 🫂 💕
4.) Bring a set of cue cards with answers to difficult questions you may be asked or a list of topics to switch to in case conversations become diet or weight-focused. 🗒️📝
5. Have a list of healthy distractions you can utilize when thoughts get tough, such as playing a game on your phone or petting the house pet. 📱👾🎨
6. Practice self-compassion. Give yourself some grace this holiday and focus on all the memories being made. ♡ ♡ ♡
