The Eating Disorder Diaries - [Repost] Entry 3: My Child has an Eating Disorder - A Parent's Perspective

[Repost] Entry 3: My Child has an Eating Disorder - A Parent's Perspective

02/03/25 • 33 min

In memory of Amy's dad, she's re-releasing an episode that captures the testament of a parent's love for their child and how a parent can support their child who is suffering from an eating disorder.

We love you, Chris Goeckel. Forever never ends.

Contact:

Instagram: @theeatingdisorderdiaries

Email: [email protected]

In memory of Amy's dad, she's re-releasing an episode that captures the testament of a parent's love for their child and how a parent can support their child who is suffering from an eating disorder.

We love you, Chris Goeckel. Forever never ends.

Contact:

Instagram: @theeatingdisorderdiaries

Email: [email protected]

Previous Episode

Goal #2: This is your sign to start daily journaling ft. Eating Disorder Therapist Gabby Morreale

Welcome back to The Eating Disorder Diaries! In this episode, Amy reflects on her January goal of creating a vision board and shares how it’s already influencing her recovery journey. Join her as she sets the tone for February with a new goal in eating disorder recovery: establishing a journaling practice.

In this episode:

January Recap: Amy shares her journey creating a vision board, its impact on her mental health, and how it’s helping her stay focused on her goals.
February Goal: Amy sets a new challenge to establish a journaling practice and how it can aid in recovery and self-reflection.
Special Guest: Eating Disorder Therapist Gabby Morreale shares her own eating disorder recovery story and explains how trauma often intersects with eating disorders. She speaks on the tools she uses in therapy, like EMDR and DBT, and the significance of setting small goals on the path to recovery.

Weekly Journal Prompts:

Monday: What are the qualities I value most in myself that are not related to my body?
Tuesday: How do I feel when I separate my self-worth from how I look?
Wednesday: How can I practice affirming my worth in non-physical ways each day?
Thursday: What beliefs or messages have I received about my worth being tied to appearance, and how can I challenge those beliefs?
Friday: What would it look like for me to live a life where my worth is based on who I am, not how I look?

Follow Along: Join the conversation on Instagram @theeatingdisorderdiaries and share your journaling journey with Amy.

Connect with Gabby on Instagram @gabrielleLPC and @recoveredandrestored and learn more at recoveredandrestoredtherapy.com.

Next Episode

Challenging ED Thoughts with Journaling & Setting Goals ft. Rachelle Heinemann (Part 1)

Welcome back to The Eating Disorder Diaries! In this second episode of February, Amy continues her journey of establishing a journaling habit in recovery. If you missed the first episode, start there for context.

In this episode:

Journaling for Recovery: Amy discusses how journaling supports emotional regulation, self-awareness, and cognitive reframing in eating disorder recovery.
Weekly Journal Prompts: This week’s theme is challenging negative thoughts, with five prompts to help reframe your inner dialogue.
Special Guest: Rachelle Heinemann, an eating disorder expert, podcaster, keynote speaker, and therapist, shares insights on setting goals with grace and the importance of journaling as a tool in recovery.

Weekly Journal Prompts for challenging negative ED thoughts:

Write down a negative thought you've had today related to food, body image, or self-worth. Now, rewrite it as if you're speaking to a friend who's struggling with the same thought. How would you offer support, compassion, and a different perspective to them?
Reflect on a time when you made a choice in recovery that contradicted a negative thought about yourself or your body. What was the situation, and how did you feel afterward? What does this experience teach you about your strength and resilience?
Identify a negative belief or judgment you often hold about your body. Now, list three qualities about yourself that are not related to appearance—what makes you a valuable, unique person that goes beyond physical traits? How can you remind yourself of these qualities when negative thoughts arise?
Think of someone who believes in you or offers positive feedback regarding your recovery journey. Write a letter to yourself from their perspective, focusing on your progress, strengths, and growth. What would they say to counteract the negative thoughts you often experience?
Choose one negative thought or fear you have about food or body image. Dig deeper into where this thought may have originated. Is it from external pressures, past experiences, or internalized messages? How can you challenge the validity of that origin, and what new belief could you replace it with moving forward?

Follow Along: Join the conversation on Instagram @theeatingdisorderdiaries.
Connect with Rachelle: Find her at www.rachelleheinemann.com and listen to her podcast Understanding Disordered Eating wherever you get your podcasts.