“Discover the dos and don’ts of supporting someone with an eating disorder, with scripts and research-backed strategies that foster trust, not shame. “I wish I looked like you.” “Just eat something.” “You’re too thin.” Words meant to help often sting the most. Learn how to speak supportively—and when silence is the better choice. is the better choice.
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A Better Life ~ Something Works
In every relationship something works. Why focus on a disagreement that only builds barriers? Focus on what is working and make more of it. When two people agree on what is working, they center their attention on creatively building the relationship. It’s always a choice, we can choose to focus on what is working and make more of it. Or, we can choose to focus on what isn’t working and create an atmosphere of blame, shame, and defensiveness.