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The Truth About Carbohydrates: Energy, Focus, and Feeling Good
Carbohydrates are one of our three main sources of energy, and they are the preferred energy source of the brain.

Breanna Mills R.D.
Jul 22


From Conflict to Clarity: 4 Steps to Challenge Eating Disorder Thoughts
Our thoughts hold incredible power over our lives. They shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us, ultimately influencing our experiences.

Lokadia Sims, MA, CCC
Jul 8


Navigating Your Recovery During the Summer Months
Summer is often seen as a time for relaxation, sunshine, vacations, and social events. For those in eating disorder recovery, the warmer season can bring unique challenges like body image pressures, disrupted routines, and food-focused gatherings.

Cindy Binions B.A. ICF
Jun 24


World Eating Disorder Action Day - June 2, 2025
The theme for 2025 is “Eating Disorders: BreakTheBias & SupportFamilies”, focusing on the critical need for families, caregivers and health care workers to intervene early to best support individuals in full recovery.

Rhea Lewandoski R.D.
Jun 2


What to Expect on Your First Day at Westwind
Let's look at what to expect on your First Day at Westwind Counselling & Eating Disorder Recovery Centre's residential treatment!

Breanna Mills R.D.
May 27


A Stressed Gut
The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is sensitive to emotion – “butterflies”; “gut-feeling”; Situations that make you feel nauseous etc.

Rhea Lewandoski R.D.
Apr 29


Strengthening Your Recovery Voice
Finding and strengthening your recovery voice is an important strategy in eating disorder recovery.

Justine Rickard M.A.
Apr 15


Supporting yourself when the ED gets sneaky
How can you support yourself when you notice the eating disorder getting sneaky?

Breanna Mills R.D.
Apr 1


Food Rules and Fears – with journal prompts
Becoming aware of how your relationship with food has been impacted can help to facilitate awareness of your food rules and fears.

Rhea Lewandoski R.D.
Mar 4


Navigating Body Image during Recovery
Body image is the perception or picture you hold in your minds eye about your body and appearance.

Cindy Binions B.A. ICF
Feb 18


Embracing Possibilities- Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2025
This year, the theme of Eating Disorders Awareness Week is Embracing Possibilities. How can you get involved?

Breanna Mills R.D.
Jan 31


New Year Recovery Journal Prompts
We know that January can be a great time to spend reflecting on your recovery journey and what you want to focus on in the upcoming year.

Justine Rickard M.A.
Jan 14


Dealing With Diet Talk Over the Holidays
Author: Justine Rickard M.A. The holidays can be a time filled with joy, connections, traditions, and more. They can also be a difficult...

Justine Rickard M.A.
Dec 17, 2024


Digestive Distress in Recovery
Digestive distress in recovery is very common and also very uncomfortable.

Breanna Mills R.D.
Nov 19, 2024


Feeling “Out of Control” Around Food
When it comes to feeling “out of control” around food or the fear of this, there are a few common experiences that show up.

Rhea Lewandoski R.D.
Oct 22, 2024


Cultivating a Practice of Gratitude in Recovery
Cultivating a practice in gratitude can be an important strategy in recovery.

Justine Rickard M.A.
Oct 8, 2024


What are your “whys” for recovery?
Connecting to your recovery whys can be helpful, regardless of what stage you are at in your recovery.

Breanna Mills R.D.
Sep 24, 2024


Strengthening Your Recovery Through Value-Based Activities
Strengthening your recovery is not only about challenging the eating disorder, but also about reengaging in your life in meaningful ways.

Justine Rickard M.A.
Aug 13, 2024


Travel Tips for Eating Disorder Recovery
Bon Voyage! We're talking travelling in recovery! Breanna offers some tips to help you travel, while still taking recovery actions.

Breanna Mills R.D.
Mar 26, 2024


How Affirmations can Support your Recovery
Keep choosing recovery, one affirmation at a time.

Cindy Binions B.A. ICF
Mar 12, 2024
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