Every week, I try to feature a woman’s story of recovery from anorexia, bulimia, emotional eating or any other kind of disordered eating (BTW, if you’re interested in sharing yours, email me at mtartakovsky@gmail.com). Recently, I’ve started asking about everyone’s favorite resources, including books and websites. So today I wanted to compile a list of all these resources in hopes that you might find them informative and inspiring.
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My favorite 2 on the list are Wasted & Health at Every Size – Wasted because it is one of the most well-written books from an ED perspective that I have ever read, and helped me wake up and get some real help after over 10 years of disordered eating, and Health at Every Size because it has helped me get back in touch with my body, and realize that so much more is gained by tr=rying to love it and accept it rather than reject it and punish it to shape it into something it can never be.
This is a great list, very comprehensive. And I would also add Jenni Schaefer’s new book, GoodBye Ed, Hello Me. I love the books and resources that give so much hope. I have also published an easily download-able ebook for people with a history of eating disorders, called Leaving the Labyrinth: 25 Activities for Living Well After an Eating Disorder. Interested readers can take a look at http://www.susaneallen.net.
Keep up this good thread!
@ Raine, Marya Hornbacher is such a talented writer. I’ve read a bit of Wasted and all of Madness: A Bipolar Life. Both are incredibly powerful books. I love Marya’s writing. I have heard that some people have used Wasted to get ed tips. Which is terrible since clearly that’s not the intent. But I’m so glad it helped you! It’s amazing how powerful books can be.
I love Health At Every Size. It was so eye-opening and I wish government officials and health professionals would read it, too, and listen more to individuals involved in the HAES movement. I love the idea of honoring one’s body – so important!
@ Susan, I totally forgot about Goodbye Ed, Hello Me. I know that it’s helped so many people, so thank you for mentioning that. I hope to check it out soon, too. Thanks also for including the link to your ebook. I’ll be sure to take a look.
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