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Befriending Food – Recovering from an eating disorder.

This educational program is for those who are tired of battling the persistent demon of an eating disorder and are ready to be free. It will empower you, boost your body image and unleash a sense of strength and accomplishment from within you that is unrelated to food.
Eating disorders are associated with severe disturbances in eating behaviours. Some of the underlying issues include low self esteem, depression, feelings of loss of control, feelings of worthlessness, identity concerns, family communication problems, and inability to cope with emotions.

More than just a simple ‘condition’, an eating disorder is a complex disease characterised by identifiable progressions and predictable symptoms. It can be a debilitating inner monster, destroying relationships and clouding your whole life. No matter how destructive and painful your past has been, you can begin the process of healing from this moment forward. ‘Befriending Food’ is a personal, supportive program in which you will learn to connect…with your true self…and with the world around you.

Drawing on the ancient sciences of yoga (self realisation) and ayurveda (self healing), you are taught a strengthening, energising and restorative series of movements and breath work designed to create space around the inner turmoil. From this space arises the ability to observe your negative thought patterns (not struggle with them, just observe them) that are the precursor to self destructive behaviour.
By focusing your attention on your mental activity and through regular physical practice of conscious movement and breathing, the negativity within you begins to lose its energy charge. You realise that these destructive thoughts and actions do not define who you are…YOU are an amazing, unique individual. YOU have special, creative talents unlike anyone else on the planet! Its time to wake up from the dream…a new day has dawned…and you are an integral part of its beauty!

Befriending Food ® is strictly confidential and conducted in a space that feels right for you.