#31 - 6 Ways to Support Your Partner in Binge Eating Recovery

Has your loved one opened up to you about their binge eating struggles? Are you concerned about how best to support them through their recovery?

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my tips for ways to support your partner or loved one while they are in a binge eating recovery. I just know that you’re going to love this episode and hope you find it helpful for those supporting your partner, friend, or loved one on their journey to food freedom.

There are a variety of ways you can support your partner with a binge eating disorder. It can be really overwhelming to support someone with something that you don’t fully understand, but if you’re here it’s very clear you have a great love for your partner and want nothing more than to take their hurt away.

Unfortunately, if someone attempts to support their partner by using statements like  “everybody overeats sometimes,” or “don’t worry about it, I promise you haven’t gained that much weight,” while they may be trying to be helpful or supportive, they may actually be perpetuating the beliefs that are fueling their disorder.

Listen in to learn more:

Ask your partner for what THEY need during their recovery [4:50]
Communication and Honesty are really important, especially when it comes to diets and diet culture. [8:31]
Validate your partner’s feelings and share that you are seeking to understand what they are going through. [12:35]
Plus much more as well as finding resources for your own mental health while supporting your partner with their recovery.


Resources

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