07/08/2021
ASKING FOR SUPPORT 🌟 “When I’m struggling with a meal or snack, I find it helpful to hear…”.
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Using coping statements and positive reframes can be a helpful way to remain recovery focussed. But it can also be helpful to hear these sentiments echoed by our loved ones and those around us too 💕.
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It’s often super helpful for a loved one to have some phrases to use when they want to help and support a loved one who they see is maybe struggling… they might initially be unsure about what exactly to say.
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These can be pretty individual person-to-person, so it might be worth spending a little bit of time having a think about phrases that you might find helpful to hear from those you are sharing meals with.
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Here are some examples that clients have often shared that they find helpful 👉.
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🦋 Which others would you add? Pop any compassionate and supportive phrases in the comments below.
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{Image description: Grey text on a light pink background reading 1) “When I’m struggling with a meal or snack, I find it helpful to hear…”.
2) “Is there a helpful distraction I can offer?”
3) “Try and make a start”
4) “The eating disorder does not have your best interests at heart.”
5) “I know that this meal was tricky for you and that it took a big effort.”
6) “I’m sorry you don’t feel well, but that’s not a reason to skip lunch.”
7) “Every time you challenge your fears, the eating disorder loses power.”
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