Flourish with Ciandra Blog

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Here you’ll find a collection of resources that I needed to hear when I was at my lowest, struggling with my eating disorder, for over 8 years.  I also share my personal experiences and views on eating disorders and mental health-related topics now I am recovered and helping others on the journey to recovery.

Overcoming the Feeling of Not Being “Sick Enough” for Eating Disorder Recovery
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

Overcoming the Feeling of Not Being “Sick Enough” for Eating Disorder Recovery

One common hurdle that often arises when seeking treatment for an eating disorder is the feeling of not being "sick enough" to warrant help. In this blog, we'll explore the consequences of not seeking help for an eating disorder, as well as some tips on how to overcome the feeling of not being "sick enough" to begin the recovery process.

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Challenging Eating Disorder Thoughts: Strategies for Recovery
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

Challenging Eating Disorder Thoughts: Strategies for Recovery

Overcoming eating disorder thoughts can be a challenging journey, but it is possible with the right strategies and support. Learn about common cognitive distortions associated with eating disorders and how to challenge them in this blog post.

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Rebuilding Your Metabolism After an Eating Disorder: A Comprehensive Recovery Guide
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

Rebuilding Your Metabolism After an Eating Disorder: A Comprehensive Recovery Guide

Healing from an eating disorder can be a challenging journey, and one of the most significant challenges can be repairing the damage that the disorder has caused to your metabolism. However, with the right approach, it is possible to rebuild your metabolism and promote overall health and well-being. In this comprehensive recovery guide, we'll explore the key factors involved in healing your metabolism after an eating disorder, including nutrition, exercise, stress management, and a holistic approach to recovery.

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Improving Body Image in Eating Disorder Recovery
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

Improving Body Image in Eating Disorder Recovery

Improving body image is a vital aspect of eating disorder recovery. However, it's a gradual process that varies from person to person. It may take several months or years for individuals to develop a positive body image. While it's important, body image isn't the only focus of recovery. Addressing underlying psychological and emotional factors, learning healthy coping mechanisms, and nourishing the body in a balanced way are also essential.

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Exploring the Connection Between Grief and Eating Disorders
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

Exploring the Connection Between Grief and Eating Disorders

Dealing with grief is a challenging process, and when combined with an eating disorder, it can be overwhelming. In this post we look at the connection between eating disorders and grief, as well as some tips to help cope with grief and an eating disorder.

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6 Ways To Cope When You Feel “Fat”
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

6 Ways To Cope When You Feel “Fat”

Have you ever had the experience of feeling uncomfortable in your clothes one day and then feeling perfectly fine the next day? Perhaps your feelings about your body are affecting your eating habits and causing you to constantly fluctuate. In this article, we will delve into the common experience of "feeling fat" and explore ways to cope with these emotions.

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When to Seek the Help of an Eating Disorder Recovery Coach
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

When to Seek the Help of an Eating Disorder Recovery Coach

In this article, I discuss when you should consider working with a recovery coach to achieve lasting change and achieve your goal of full recovery. At Flourish with Ciandra eating disorder recovery coaching you will be in good hands as I have trained in multiple disciplines from nutrition to counselling to eating disorders.

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5 Journaling Prompts to use in Eating Disorder Recovery
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

5 Journaling Prompts to use in Eating Disorder Recovery

Eating disorder recovery creates a path to discovery. It takes you down a road to find a recovered you and your healthy self. That kind of tending of the soul is a powerful experience, so keeping a journal during it makes sense.

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Quasi Eating Disorder Recovery
Ciandra Birnbaum Ciandra Birnbaum

Quasi Eating Disorder Recovery

Are you asking yourself questions about the progress of your eating disorder recovery? Well, it might be the right time to know everything about quasi recovery and the differences between it and full eating disorder recovery? And how to can you move past it into full eating disorder recovery? Read on to find out more.

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