“Fat” Is Not A Feeling
Emily DeMalto Emily DeMalto

“Fat” Is Not A Feeling

"I feel fat." It’s a phrase I hear often as an eating disorder therapist—but fat isn’t a feeling. In this post, we explore what’s really behind those words, why it's important to expand our emotional language, and how shifting the narrative can support healing and body acceptance.

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Breaking the Cycle: How Family Patterns Influence Eating Disorders and Understanding Familial Connection To Eating Disorders
Emily DeMalto Emily DeMalto

Breaking the Cycle: How Family Patterns Influence Eating Disorders and Understanding Familial Connection To Eating Disorders

When eating disorders show up in a family, it can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be inevitable. This post explores how both genetics and environment shape our children’s relationship with food and body image—and how awareness, modeling, and mindful conversations can create a powerful path toward prevention and healing.

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