"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time." - Thomas Merton "...but for me, making art is a mindful and therapeutic practice through which I explore, express, process and understand my feelings and experiences of the world." How art Helps me Stay Sane: I used to think that art therapy was a cliché. After seeing the same old storylines of mentally ill characters admitted to hospital and forced to draw their feelings, I thought it was just a stereoty

"When she wasn't happy, she couldn't work." - Quote from a recent episode of The Wing's No Man's Land podcast about Sylvia Plath "Being free is when you reveal your true self and get closer to becoming your most authentic self." Tips on Figuring out Self-Worth: Here’s what I’ve learned about cultivating self-worth — it’s pretty hard. You might know how to do it, you might feel like self-care is something you should do for yourself, but there is still a whole lot of deep dark

The dark blue jeans caused nothing but negativity. They caused torture. Pain. Harmful behaviors. Getting rid of that pair of jeans liberated me. It opened a door to freedom. But most importantly, it taught me one of the most beautiful concepts; self-love. A number does not and will never define your value or worth. Do not EVER let a piece of clothing, a scale, or any measurement of any kind trigger negative behaviors. Your body deserves love. It deserves kindness. But above a

I know the fear recovery provokes, but with the correct help and support, recovery will provide the unforgettable gift of happiness. You are worthy of recovery and help - and me, along with others, do not see you as weak but rather victorious and undeniably full of strength for wanting to pursue a healthy balance between the mind and body. "I recovered to be the girl who recognizes the beauty in herself - not the girl who picked at every single little flaw. But above all, I r

Delve into a mindful practice that lures you into a venue of freedom. Yoga can be defined as the combination of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or teachings that has its roots in ancient India. "Recovery, just like yoga, is a timely yet beautiful journey" How Does Yoga Help Someone Suffering From An Eating Disorder? Eating disorders, such as Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder provoke a significant impact on the individual who has suffered through various m

A letter to my sister explaining the significant she had in my recovery journey and how she helped me flourish. Just like a plant needs certain nutrients in order to flourish so do humans; food is one of the most crucial, essential nutrients. "Thank you for giving me the strength and for prohibiting me to fade away. I believe in you; you are going to achieve so much in life due to being such the kind, warm hearted, and intuitive person you are. I love you, 'Sis.'" Sarah, I st