The idea for this blog came to me almost 6 years ago, shortly after the birth of my sweet baby girl. I knew as her mother I would have to be a warrior against the damaging effects society has on women. I knew I would need to teach her all that I had learned through recovering from an eating disorder. I knew I would need to be an example to her of a woman that accepts her own body. I knew I would need to teach her to value herself for who she is and to love her body, as she grew up in a society that teaches the exact opposite. All of this weighed heavily on my mind and heart. I felt strongly that I needed to make a record of the lessons I have learned, not only for her but for other women in my life. A blog was obviously the easiest way to do that. It has taken me almost 6 years to actually act on the idea. It is an extremely scary thing for a private person like me to put myself out there in this way. I hope that I can share my messages in an effective and clear manner, and that I can somehow help other women. Most of all, I hope my words can strengthen my daughter and my sons when they are at the appropriate age to read this blog. I love you, my sweet kids.
A little about me and what I plan to share...
12 years ago I was admitted to the Center for Change for a life threatening disorder. I would not be living today if I had not been sent to this amazing inpatient treatment center. I will be forever grateful to my parents for getting me this help, to the amazing staff who taught me the tools of recovery, and to the beautiful and amazing women who were in treatment with me. My recovery and treatment were multifaceted, and I hope to show all the same aspects in this blog. Some of the subjects I plan to cover are: intuitive eating, intuitive exercise, body image, distortions in the media, the diet industry, spirituality, self worth, and perfectionism. I will now take a deep breath, let go of my fear, press publish, and finally get this ball rolling.
You are such an amazing person Alicia! I am so greatful for your strength and courage. The more I get to know you the more I am in awe at the woman you are and the strength you possess and your sweet children def see and feel that, I guarantee you. Love you to pieces , my sweet amazing neighbor. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so proud of your strength! You are a beautiful person inside and out and your daughter will be proud of your courage to tackle such an extremely hard task. My Mother battled with Bulimia for years when I was young and I know how dark this addiction can become. She was always very private about the topic so i am thankful that you are brave enough to share your knowledge! Thank you for being so brave!
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