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A Holistic Approach to Eating Disorder Recovery
What is a holistic approach to recovery?
A holistic approach to eating disorder recovery is checking in with all five aspects of life, spiritual, mental, emotional, social, and physical. An eating disorder is not about food, so why treat it that way?
Spiritually
The first part of holistic health is spirituality. It refers to your purpose or motivation in life. Some individuals find it in a belief or faith system; others find their meaning through other mediums. Either way, spirituality is the reason you live your life the way you do.
What does this have to do with an eating disorder? Spirituality has a significant impact on life. Finding a purpose can give you direction. It can instill confidence, make your choices simpler, and provide you with security. A lack of use can lead to depression, anxiety, and, guess what?! Addiction!
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Purpose and motivation mean everything in this life. The right motivation can help you climb the highest mountain, and your eating disorder is your current mountain. WHY do you want to get rid of your eating disorder?
