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
>