10 Helpful Things to Say to Someone with an Eating Disorder
I often hear from clients I see in therapy sessions, in groups and in
training about how people (professionals, family, friends, colleagues
etc.) say the 'wrong thing' (e.g. if you just eat something you will
feel a lot better').
Arggggh, it's really unhelpful isn't it? We all know people are just
trying to help, however, such comments often leave us feeling shameful,
guilty, misunderstood and a whole host of other things.
The article by Beat, below, focuses on some helpful things you can
say to someone experiencing an eating disorder. Of course, we are all
different and so what may be helpful to one person may not be helpful to
another, so acceptance and empathy are required.
What do you think?
Article here: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/your-stories/10-things-say-someone-with-an-eating-disorder
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