This chapter addresses the emotional challenges faced by those recovering from disordered eating when dealing with a spouse's eating habits. It offers practical advice on setting boundaries, fostering open communication, and finding support to enhance personal recovery and self-care.
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Episode 2312:
Crystal Karges explores the challenges of maintaining a positive relationship with food when a spouse's eating habits are triggering. She offers practical strategies, such as setting boundaries and seeking support, to help individuals navigate the dieting behaviors of loved ones while staying committed to their personal recovery journey.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/what-if-my-spouses-eating-habits-are-triggering-to-me
Quotes to ponder:
"Ultimately, your motivation factors are stronger than a trigger."
"Establishing healthy boundaries with your spouse is essential to not only your relationship but to your journey toward finding peace with food and your body."
"A trigger can feel overwhelming in the moment, but remember to fall back on your positive coping skills to help you work through a challenging situation."
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