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Why Is It So Hard to Stop and Eat?

Why is it so hard to stop and eat? In this Questions from Sessions post, I dive into the challenge of task switching, especially when it comes to taking a break for food. Learn why transitions feel so tough for neurodivergent folks and discover strategies to create supportive ‘pause points’ for yourself.

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Questions from Sessions: Why Hasn’t Feeding Myself Gotten Easier?

Years into eating disorder recovery, one question can still linger: ‘Why hasn’t feeding myself gotten easier?’ In this post, I explore the frustration behind this question, the distinction between recovery and executive functioning challenges, and why feeding yourself isn’t about being perfect—it’s about finding what works for you.

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Craving Structure, Resisting Rules: Feeding Ourselves as Neurodivergent Individuals

Ever find yourself craving structure but completely rebelling against it at the same time? Same. In this post, I’m diving into why this dynamic is so common for neurodivergent folks and how it impacts our ability to feed ourselves. Plus, I’m sharing practical tips for building flexible systems (and backup plans!) that actually work for you.

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