Thanksgiving and Eating Disorders: Ideas for Families and Loved Ones
Thank you. The fundamental building block of Thanksgiving is a thank you. This thank you is different for everyone in a family, is different for everyone in a community. Many people look forward to Thanksgiving – a time to honor our gratitude over an abundance of food. But for many [...]
Isolation and Connection
Perhaps it is finally the change in temperature here in LA, the leaves beginning to change color, and the holidays upon us, that there has been a noticeable shift in our conversations at Reasons on the topic of isolation. For most, this time of year sparks excitement and feelings of [...]
Taking a Breather
The Power of Breath in Therapeutic Practice The breath is a powerful thing - a life-sustaining element crucial to our existence. Even though this may seem to be something we all know, I believe there is value in taking another look at breath in the context of therapeutic practice. My [...]
Deepening Into Life: Isolation or Inner Work?
Recently I have been curious about differentiating the finer points between isolation and inner work in the context of life and recovery. On the surface it may seem clear that these two things are different; however in practice isolation may creep up on us, masquerading as inner work. While there [...]
Feeling Good About Doing Less
“But I just don’t think that’s possible. Are you able to do that? Can you really tell me that it’s something you can do?” The hope and fear was clearly visible in the eyes of the woman across from me. Is it possible, she asks? More than that, do I [...]