Food, Body, Love

Health

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on September 18, 2024

Personal Perspective. As we shift away from the Body Mass Index measurement, the Body Roundness Index is supposed to offer an effective screening tool. But does it?

Eating Disorders

Messaging From Eating Disorder Professionals Misses the Mark

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on August 12, 2024

As an eating disorder specialist who primarily works with binge eating disorder, I recognize that anti-weight loss messaging has been strongly reinforced in our industry.

Spirituality

Unlocking the Love Code Again: The Science of Spirituality

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on February 20, 2024

On the surface, we don’t think of science and spirituality as compatible, but, as we look more deeply, they begin to align.

Fear

The Science of Safety

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on January 23, 2024

The science of safety explains the way one experiences the world. Through this lens, our perceived level of safety profoundly impacts our health and happiness.

Sport and Competition

A Reminder That I Can Do Hard Things

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on December 18, 2023

Personal Perspective: Twenty years ago, I competed in a sprint triathlon, and my inner athlete compelled me to make a repeat appearance as a crescendo to my wellness journey.

Vagus Nerve

An Invitation to Look for Glimmers

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on November 21, 2023

In light of the holidays and gratitude of the season, I invite each of you to look for glimmers — those little moments of awe and gratitude.

Eating Disorders

Let Food Be the White Noise for Your Life’s Symphony

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on October 30, 2023

Eating well doesn’t have to be complex. In fact, the basic principle of white noise can also be applied to our bodies and food.

Appetite

Eating Well Is More Than the Food You Put on Your Fork

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on September 19, 2023

Here are 5 wishes for my clients when it comes to their relationships with food.

Eating Disorders

Differences Between Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on August 23, 2023

Chances are, you’ve heard the terms eating disorders and disordered eating—but do you know what both concepts mean? Let's look at the differences between them.

Fear

Fear and Weight Loss

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on July 27, 2023

Change motivated by fear won't last, so focus on health and well-being, not weight loss.

Vagus Nerve

How My Vacation Was a Model for Living a Peaceful Life

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on July 5, 2023

A Personal Perspective: Practices for a calm body and mind.

Therapy

When a Therapy Dog Dies

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on May 24, 2023

A Personal Perspective: I’m heartbroken. The news of my dog's passing spread fast, and the outpouring of love has been overwhelming.

Eating Disorders

“The Whale”: A Theme of Redemption

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on April 14, 2023

Personal Perspective: "The Whale" accurately depicts the loss of hope that many binge eaters experience.

Vagus Nerve

Safety Through the Self-Care Lens

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on March 7, 2023

Are fear and stress wreaking havoc on your physical and mental health? Here are 10 ways to help your body feel safe with self-care.

Gratitude

Creating a “Safe” and Connected Holiday Season

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on November 28, 2022

How do we make the holiday season more "safe" and connected? Here are three simple steps.

Harm Reduction

A Harm Reduction Model for Loss of Control Eating

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on September 23, 2022

Harm reduction involves employing limits and boundaries that keep us out of the weeds when we are the most vulnerable to our habitual brain.

Eating Disorders

Cravings, Loss of Control, and Dietary Restraint

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-C on August 25, 2022

In recent years, I have encountered a subgroup of individuals in my eating disorder practice who have binge eating disorder and struggle with the traditional “all foods fit” model.