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Hi, I also read your message on the board. It is good that you are
writing. We are all here to help each other and get our special
skills and get out the pain that blocks them.

Allison Biszantz
originally from Glendora, CA




In MyEDHelpSupport@yahoogroups.com, "myedhelp" <myedhelp@...> wrote:
>
> Hi-
> I read your message on the board. It's nice that you are reaching
> out, and very courageous. You are very honest and have integrity
and
> that is so important to the recovery process. Recovery is a
process,
> not always a destination. Those with eating disorders are
> susceptible to ED always and forever. But, what you do have and can
> continue to generate is special skills and knowledges to help you
to
> overcome the stronghold of ED. Perhaps you don't see them, maybe
you
> do, or maybe some other issues are surfacing as you mentioned. I
> frequently work with professionals, writers, media personalities
> etc...who are going through recovery, and it is not uncommon to go
> through what you are experiencing. Do you have any individuals who
> stand with you against the problem ie...support systems, empowering
> individuals etc..? Perhaps you may want to consider a coach or
> consultant, or seeking a therapist to discuss your experiences, but
> someone who has an empowerment approach. Without knowing you other
> than what I can see on your website, you seem to have numerous
> skills and abilities that I would imagine could be used to help you
> gain a sense of balance. Remember also that it is the
> holidays...Pace yourself...Don't rush yourself. Be patient with
> yourself. Perhaps consider a refresher class or course to get you
on
> track. I wish you the best!
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Lisa C. Palmer, LMFT, CHT, PhD(c)
>
> Renew Center of Florida www.TheRenewCenter.com
>
> WISE Program at Hollywood Pavilion
>
> Founder of MyEDHelp.com
>
>
>
>
> --- In MyEDHelpSupport@yahoogroups.com, "reflectingrace"
> <reflectingrace@> wrote:
> >
> > Hello -My name is Mary Pat Nally and I am writing you from
Oxnard,
> CA.
> > I am working towards my Masters in Spiritual Psychology and in the
> > process I am writing my second book which is currently entitled
> > "Eating Disordered Behaviors -Honoring our healing process" I am
> > finding that I have issues that are resurfacing for healing as I
am
> > writing my book. I got interviewed for the October issues of the
> You
> > are not alone newsletter and in my mind I feel that I should be
> past
> > all this and yet there is a part that is reluctant to let it all
go
> > because 24 years is a long time. I know that I can heal my issues
> for
> > the last time -I also know that it takes time. I am not taking the
> > victim role -I am honoring myself enough to ask for support from
> > others who "get it".
> >
> > Thank you -
> > Mary Pat Nally
> > www.authenticallyme.com
> >
>