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Interview: Laura's Books and Blogs
Author Lisa Whalen’s memoir, Stable Weight: A Memoir of Hunger, Horses, and Hope, illustrates this extreme version of controlling, harmful b

Lisa Whalen
Apr 10, 20221 min read


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


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


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


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


Honeymoons and Falling Pianos: Recover Your Writing Self
A trip to New York and return home give me new insight into work, recreation, and the creative process.

Lisa Whalen
Oct 25, 20174 min read
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