Author: Elena Overfield
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Haven’t We Already Suffered Enough?
Life is full of challenges, but sometimes, we make those challenges even harder on ourselves. We’re often our own worst critics, turning mistakes or disappointments into burdens that weigh us down. From work to relationships to personal goals, this constant self-criticism holds us back, filling our days with stress, overthinking, and obsessive thoughts. But maybe…
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Eating Disorders: The Role of Self-Comparison and How to Break Free
Recovering from an eating disorder, especially something as complex and relentless as anorexia, often involves a struggle with self-comparison. In the recovery journey, we may find ourselves caught between who we are today, the person we aspire to be, and the person we once were. Comparing ourselves, especially if it means idealising the “skinniest version”…
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There’s no such thing as being “too emotional”
I don’t know who needs to hear this but being “overly emotional” or “too emotional” is not – and never, ever will be – a bad thing. Period. In this world (yes, even now with our society moving another step closer to equality – but still at a worryingly slow rate), women are often called…
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How to Let Go of What You Can’t Control: Finding Peace in Uncertainty
Control is something which we all seek, in all aspects of life. In a world that often feels chaotic and unpredictable, the desire for control can be overwhelming. We strive to manage our circumstances, relationships, and even our emotions, believing that if we can just hold everything together, we’ll find peace. But the truth is…
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Why Healing Isn’t Linear: Embracing the Ups and Downs of Personal Growth
Why Healing Isn’t Linear: Embracing the Ups and Downs of Personal Growth When we think of healing and personal growth, it’s tempting to imagine a straight path — one where progress is predictable, setbacks are rare, and everything moves steadily forward. But the reality is far from that. Healing is messy, unpredictable, and full of…
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Creating a Life That Feels Good, Not Just Looks Good
The Allure of a Perfect Life… We all want it. This idea of a perfect life. What most of us don’t understand is what a perfect life means to us. One person’s idea will be completely different to the next person. And this is what we are going to explore today. The temptation to chase…
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The Rise of Fake Recovery Accounts on Social Media
Social media is full of influencers and accounts that appear to promote wellness, fitness, and eating disorder (ED) recovery. However, beneath the surface, many of these so-called “recovery” journeys perpetuate harmful behaviours. Inspired by posts from Ro Mitchell and Emily Jane Fairs, both of whom have spoken out about the rise of fake ED recovery…
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Not Lazy, Just Overworked: How Gen-Z is Redefining Hustle Culture
Gen Z is often labeled as the ‘lazy’ generation, but anyone living in today’s fast-paced world knows that’s far from the truth. We’re hustling, we’re creating, we’re innovating. But with the constant push to prove ourselves, we’ve lost sight of something equally important: self-care. The Rise of Hustle Culture and its Impact on Gen-Zers Hustle…
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