Compassion. Compassion. Compassion.
Compassion is key in this moment.
According to compassion researcher Kristen Neff, compassion literally means “to suffer together.“ And we are. And if you are, you are not alone.
Wherever you are, please be kind.
I’m talking with folx who have been in eating disorder recovery for years, and are noticing the disorder knocking at the door in the context of isolation and food scarcity and the world.
I’m talking with folx who have been in higher level of care eating disorder treatment, have been asked to leave programs, and/or move to virtual programming, and are being tested in a brand new way.
I’m talking with folx who have engaged in behaviors, every day, multiple times a day, since entering quarantine.
I’m talking with folx who are making incredible strides in recovery, in surprising ways, in this challenging moment.
There is no one right way to do this, in this moment.
Engaging in eating disorder behaviors won’t change this moment, and, please offer yourself compassion if that’s something you’re wrestling with. I see you.
Making progress in this moment may feel scary and, for several humans that I’ve spoken to, doesn’t seem to make sense. Moving forward despite the circumstances seems to be leaving folx feeling almost guilty. I see you.
Wherever you are, I see you and I care about you and I’m grateful that you are here.
COMPASSION. COMPASSION. COMPASSION.
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