What is it like to battle an eating disorder?
If you or one of your friends or family members is struggling with an eating disorder this is a must read. One of my clients wrote a beautiful poem that articulates the harsh dark side of the struggles of her bulimia but also her dreams of the bright side as she does the work to get healthier. She describes writing “the dark side” easily in a short time but agonizing over the “bright side” as these words take longer and are harder to come. I am sure most of the clients I have worked with that are overcoming anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder would agree.
I am honoured to work with such an amazing, insightful woman. Here is her poem:
THE DARK SIDE
Empty and hollow |
THE BRIGHT SIDE
Full and complete |
About Andrea Holwegner
CEO, Registered Dietitian, Counseling Practice Director & Professional Speaker
Andrea the «Chocoholic Nutritionist» is founder and CEO of Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. since 2000. She is an online nutrition course creator, professional speaker and regular guest in the media. Andrea is the recipient of an award by the Dietitians of Canada: The Speaking of Food & Healthy Living Award for Excellence in Consumer Education....Read more