I just finished the excellent book Shaking Medicine (2007) by Bradford Keeney, Ph.D. As I read the book, what comes to mind as a parallel is the commentary…

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One person, speaking of binge eating, recalled: “The urge felt like it took over everything. I couldn’t think about anything else until I binged.” Someone else describing an…

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Hi friends, I want to help to alleviate some confusion that might exist as to different phrases you might read/hear regarding different tools/strategies/interventions. There are a lot of…

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I am taking THREE certifications right now, in addition to doing my PhD program, because, yes, I am a total freak. It is granting me a unique comparative…

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I’m taking a Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention. Truly, the treatments and support that has been developed around drugs and alcohol has evolved way beyond anything for eating disorders, which…

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Maintaining stable blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health, especially for those with insulin resistance or if you’re battling urges to binge. Here are some tips for…

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In our fast-paced lives, finding time for exercise can often feel like a luxury. Between work commitments, family responsibilities, and social engagements, it’s easy for physical activity to…

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Have you heard of a self-compassion break? Popularized by self-compassion goddess/researcher Kristen Neff, this is a three-step process for when you are having a hard time, make a…

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There is tons of research linking binge eating and dissociation. I’m not talking about symptoms strong enough to be a clinically diagnosable dissociative disorder, but nevertheless dissociation is…

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Metta, a Pali word meaning “loving-kindness” or “benevolence,” finds its origins in the teachings of the Buddha. Dating back over two millennia, this practice has been a cornerstone…

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