Eating Disorders
A favorite beverage or sweet treat can sound comforting when I’m feeling stressed, weary, or hurt, but these delicious blessings lose their rightful place when used to medicate or sedate rather than to glorify. I’m better served to honorably enjoy God’s gifts of culinary delights after I’ve disciplined myself spiritually and emotionally. One such soul-care…
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Today’s summer series topic for students addresses the over-consumption of and restriction of food. Some students can land on one end or the other; or sometimes can swing between the extremes. There are at least two big-picture, influential forces in how food can be approached by some teens and what influences this next generation: 1)…
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As you might expect, there are definitely body image issues when it comes to eating disorders. After all, both Anorexia and Bulimia are psychological conditions characterized by a fear of looking fat/gaining weight. However, any condition of disordered eating has complex causation, is somewhat unique to each sufferer, and requires specialized support. Underlying Problems Often…
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From, Jen
I hope this blog is a helpful resource for you as you draw closer to the Lord through various situations and seasons of your life.
May you discover the rich fulfillment and growth the Lord can bring even when, or especially when, life is very difficult.