Social media has become a central part of teenagers’ lives, offering both opportunities for connection and potential pitfalls. For teens with eating disorders, the impact of social media can be particularly concerning, as it often perpetuates unrealistic body images and unhealthy behaviors. The Influence of Social Media on Teens Social media can be a double-edged
In the area of health and fitness, exercise is celebrated for its numerous benefits, from boosting mood to enhancing physical health. However, when exercise becomes a way to “compensate” for eating, it can indicate a deeper issue. This behavior, known as compensatory exercise, can have negative effects both physically and mentally. Let’s explore what compensatory
In a society that often emphasizes idealized body images and perfection, practicing body neutrality can be a transformative approach to self-acceptance and well-being. Unlike body positivity, which focuses on loving your body, body neutrality emphasizes accepting your body as it is, without attaching your self-worth to its appearance. At Sinnergy Wellness, we believe in fostering
In our image-conscious society, dieting has become a pervasive practice, often viewed as a means to achieve the coveted ideal of thinness. Whether through trendy diets, weight loss supplements, or rigorous exercise regimens, the quest for a slimmer physique is a common pursuit. However, beneath the surface lies a darker reality: the potential for dieting
I went to college like many of us. Focused on freedom, the opportunity to make new friends, join a sorority, and of course… have a good time. You may wonder… Where were my priorities exactly? Like many college freshmen, it was on the curated Instagram pictures, the potential of being featured on my sorority’s highlight
Body Image struggles look different inside and out From young to old From male to female. Body Image isn’t always about “wanting the smaller body” Body image comes in many voices. We want to love our body but the world says to change it. We want to play a sport but people say you have
We often draw parallels between the maintenance of our physical health and that of our mental well-being. Just as a car requires regular maintenance to function at its best, our bodies and minds require proper care and attention to function optimally. When it comes to our mental health, neglecting it can have a ripple effect
I recently had a wonderful time spending an afternoon with the ladies of the Women, Get In Podcast!! I shared a bit about eating disorders, disordered eating, and how things like social media, TV, and even schools can disrupt healthy thoughts around food and our bodies. The holidays can be difficult for so many reasons,
Early in recovery, while working to uncover the why’s of “more is better” and the need to do it all myself, I began practicing the integration of holiday survival tools that supported my recovery. This week, I share with you my shortcuts and replacements to those traditional, and often expected, holiday hosting expectations. My wish
Fallen ‘off the wagon’ this year? Needing a reset? Ready to ‘start over’? * Insert all the other diet cultured phrases and terms society likes to use to grab our attention, swirling our brain into a series of desires to change our appearance, our looks, our job, setting our intentions to ‘fixing’ and ‘changing’ ourselves.
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