Seeing yourself in photos can spark instant shame, panic, or self criticism. This post explores why photos can be so triggering for body image and what actually helps when you hate how you look in pictures.

Are processed foods really bad for you? The answer is more complicated than media makes it seem. In this post, we break down what processed foods actually are, explain the NOVA food classification system, and explore why fear-based messaging around processed foods can do more harm than good.

Food rules can create guilt, fear, and constant second-guessing around eating. Learn how to challenge the food police and build a more peaceful relationship with food.

Recovering from an eating disorder is challenging enough, but when a loved one is dieting, tracking food, or talking about weight loss, recovery can feel even harder. If this situation feels triggering or overwhelming, you are not failing. In this article, we explore why loved ones’ dieting can disrupt recovery, how the ARMS Attuned Representational Model of Self helps explain these reactions, and practical, compassionate strategies to protect your healing while living in an imperfect environment.

Curious about Health at Every Size®? This post explains what HAES is, what it is not, and why weight inclusive care is linked to better long-term health. Learn how this framework supports nourishment, trust, and well-being without shame or restriction.

Ever try to “be good” with food all day, only to end the night feeling out of control? That isn’t a willpower problem. It’s your body’s protective response to restriction, fueled by powerful hunger, stress, and survival hormones. Understanding how hormones like ghrelin, leptin, and cortisol impact the binge-restrict cycle can help you move out of shame and into connection with your body.