Body Image Concerns in Warmer Weather Clothing
It can be difficult for many people in eating disorder recovery to enjoy the summertime without stressing over their body image. The upcoming warm weather can bring anxiety. So, as you prepare for summer, do not let your eating disorder or negative body image hold you back.
Navigating the Seasons Changing in ED Recovery
The changing seasons can usher in anything from summer sunshine to falling leaves. However, these seasonal transitions can be just as difficult in terms of body image and eating behaviors. It can be helpful to identify the reasons why body image dissatisfaction, anxiety around food, and disordered behaviors around eating continue to show up, even as the summer turns into the fall.
Navigating Eating Disorder Recovery During the Summer
While eating disorder recovery is difficult during all seasons of life, it can become particularly challenging during the summer months. During this time of year, it is necessary to remember your goals for recovery and what recovery means to you.
6 Tips for Managing Body Image Issues in the Summer
The summer months each year are often highly anticipated after a cold and long winter. Although summer may be a time with fewer daily responsibilities and more time to relax, it is also a time of year when people may struggle with their body image more frequently and intensely. This can cause uncomfortable feelings, insecurities, and emotions.
Overcoming Body Image Struggles During the Spring and Summer Months
The weather is changing, and with that comes pressure to change our bodies. Advertisements, influencers, or your internalized beliefs may be telling you that you need to lose weight for summer. You may also note the toxic phrase ‘summer body’ that is widely circulated.