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My Eating Disorder Is a Character
If my story had a villain, who would it be? The answer was obvious: An eating disorder had been my foe at every turn.

Lisa Whalen
Mar 13, 20213 min read


Video Trailer for Stable Weight: A Memoir of Hunger, Horses, and Hope
video trailer for the new book, Stable Weight: A Memoir of Hunger, Horses, and Hope from Hopewell Publications

Lisa Whalen
Feb 22, 20211 min read


The Language of Eating Disorder Recovery
Whether we know it or not, language shapes our perception.

Lisa Whalen
Feb 22, 20214 min read


Sneak Peek at My New Book!
story of resilience, empowerment, and the transformative power of human-animal bonds, Stable Weight illustrates that what matters isn’t whe

Lisa Whalen
Feb 11, 20212 min read


Restoring a Masterpiece: Myself
Much later and with hindsight’s clarity, I’m grateful for what my eating disorder has taught me. If I hadn’t needed treatment, I wouldn’t ha

Lisa Whalen
Jan 18, 20212 min read


Nurture Yourself Through Nature
If COVID has disrupted your recovery, find an excuse to nurture something small or delicate. That habit might lead to nurturing yourself, t

Lisa Whalen
Dec 22, 20203 min read


Surfacing from an Eating Disorder's Depths
Becoming whole has made me more comfortable in my skin when I’m alone and more authentic when I’m with others. Most importantly, being open

Lisa Whalen
Nov 2, 20193 min read


The Sticks and Stones of Eating Disorder Recovery
Before I completed treatment at The Emily Program, Jane’s comment would have boomed in my head and created an echo that followed me

Lisa Whalen
Sep 20, 20194 min read


Animals Can Aid Eating Disorder Recovery
Animals' calm presence and focus on each moment can help humans maintain their mental health.

Lisa Whalen
Jul 17, 20184 min read


Compassion Is Key to My Recovery
How compassion helps eating disorder recovery: an essay from the Emily Program blog.

Lisa Whalen
Jun 1, 20182 min read


More Evidence That Horses Help Heal PTSD
Horses can help with recovery from PTSD.

Lisa Whalen
Feb 12, 20181 min read


Get Outta My Head
A diva horse named Penny helps me make peace with food and body image.

Lisa Whalen
Jan 13, 20174 min read


Acknowledgement as Empowerment
Look to shapes in nature for creativity and overcoming flaws.

Lisa Whalen
Jan 12, 20174 min read
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