The First Good News of 2008!The First Good News of 2008!

Well, we have made it through the first month of 2008. I don't know about you, but so far, it is different than what I expected. I made a resolution on December 31st that 2008 would be a good year. I had no idea when I made that resolution how important such a decision would be. Challenges have come along...more than I might have expected, or liked. But I am handling them differently - because of my resolution. So try this on for size as you read this month's Q&A, Lynn's insights into working the Twelve Steps, and an invitation to lend your voice, once again, to the petition of hope!

Also, I will be traveling quite a bit in Spring 2008, so be sure to check my Tour schedule to see when I might be coming through your area! I hope to see you soon!

Feature Article: Keys Feature Article: Keys

I am in the process of moving right now. Moving is an interesting experience ? notice I didn?t say ?fun? or ?enjoyable?. But it IS very interesting! I have discovered things?.in the attic, in my closets, in the garage (oh god the garage) that I forgot I had. Or never knew I had. Or both. I?m not even sure anymore.

The other day, during my cleaning and packing, I rediscovered a childhood passion. I looked down into a drawer and saw a big, bright, colorful pile of metal, and remembered with a start that I used to collect keys!

But I wasn?t there.......for complete article click HERE

Guest Editorial: Share What? by Lynn GerhardGuest Editorial: Share What? by Lynn Gerhard

After a grueling two months of reviewing the Step 4 in this newsletter, we are ready to look at Step 5, in which we share our Step 4 efforts with ourselves, with God, and with another human being. ?Share WHAT?? comes the refrain. ?You mean I have to tell somebody all this stuff about why I resent people and what I?ve done that I?m not happy with?? ....to read full Editorial click HERE

To read more about Lynn, click HERE

Q&A with ShannonQ&A with Shannon

The questions just continue to pour in. If you do not see the answer to your question this month, please be patient and know that I will answer each question in the order it is received....your questions are the backbone of the recovery process, and are my PRIORITY each month!

The Most Helpful Advice
Q: I was wondering....what is the most helpful/encouraging piece of advice you received...
A: Hmmm?.the most helpful piece of advice. I think it would be this tidbit of wisdom . ...to read full Q&A click HERE
How to Help Others
Q: Hey, I have a question, a couple of years ago I struggled with a eating disorder...
A: You are right that there are still so many people who are struggling...to read full Q&A click HERE
Down a Dangerous Path
Q: Dear Shannon, I need your advice. I don?t know how to deal with the way my recovery process is going.
A: What clarity you have about your disease and its effect on your life! I am proud of you....to read full Q&A click HERE
Can I Really Recover?
Q: can i really recover a 13 year eating disorder? What about the damage dome to my body....
A: It is my belief that our bodies are incredibly resilient ? even the?.to read full Q&A click HERE
Recovering from EDNOS
Q: I wanted to send you message because I have ED-NOS and I want to recover...
A: It sounds like you have a very comprehensive plan of attack, so to speak...to read full Q&A click HERE
Fear vs. Courage
Q: I've been in treatment three times. I'm currently having a hard time with my eating disorder....
A: I think you are right in your assessment. You are very scared to give up your disease...to read full Q&A click HERE

'I Have A Dream' Petition for FREEDOM from Eating Disorders 'I Have A Dream' Petition for FREEDOM from Eating Disorders

We are launching an exciting new venture to lend support to the vital work the Eating Disorders Coalition for Research, Policy & Action (EDC)is doing to make eating disorders a public health priority through the U.S. Congressional Hearings for Mental Health Parity..

By signing the 'I Have A Dream' of a World FREE from Eating Disorders Petition, and sharing your dream with the EDC, public policy makers, and others who struggle, we all become immeasurably STRONG in our resolve to fight until eating disorders no longer leave their deadly mark on our lives, our families and our communities. Lend your voice by signing the petition today - then PASS IT ON!

Until We Meet AgainUntil We Meet Again

ShannonShannon

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Shannon Cutts is known as a compassionate and charismatic advocate of our right to feel good about ourselves, our bodies and our lives. Reaching out to students, youth, parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and communities, her unique and powerful Key to Life programs bring personal transformation and life fulfilment into sharp and exciting focus. As the author of Letters to a Young Anorexic: Recovering the Lost Art of Mentoring in the Age of Eating Disorders, Shannon has dedicated her life to 'bringing healthy back' into the lives of families at home and around the world. Visit key-to-life.com to learn more!

 

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