Embracing Mental Wellness
While I don’t possess formal therapy credentials or fancy Mental Health certifications, my 3 ½ years of experience working at Manna have been enlightening. Working at Manna has emphasized the […]
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Coping When We Struggle With The Holidays
Holiday time is a time of the year that finds many people struggling with being able to celebrate in the festivities and celebrations that add to all the wonder of […]
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Understanding Athletes Eating Habits and Mental Health
In the realm of athletics, the pursuit of peak performance often intertwines with societal pressures surrounding body image and weight. Athletes, defined as anyone with a consistent commitment to physical […]
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Understanding Trauma
Trauma… You survived! You got through one of the most impactful experiences in your life. But you are changed. Forever. It takes all your energy to push away the intrusive […]
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Understanding Mental Health
I am so excited & grateful I am getting the opportunity to write this month’s blog post. When I prayed about it, I specifically asked God to allow me to […]
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Supporting Someone With an Eating Disorder
Supporting Someone with an Eating Disorder Eating Disorders really suck and are incredibly painful and difficult to navigate. They are not just difficult for the diagnosed individual, but for those […]
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Why Diets Don’t Work and What They Don’t Tell You
Why Diets Don’t Work and What They Don’t Tell You It is overstated to say that we live in a world that is highly focused on weight loss and dieting. […]
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The Story of Manna
Then, There Goes God… As a 54-year-old woman, I have seen the changes in myself throughout my life. Whereas I used to obsess about my physical body, my behavior, and […]
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Eating Disorder Recovery in the New Year
Every new year there is renewed focus on change. Which brings up the common question; can people really change? In recovery, yes I believe people can change. I changed. One […]
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