One of the most maddening things I've experienced since starting eating disorder recovery is the frequency in which people, especially women, put down themselves and their bodies in everyday conversation. I've taken part in this apparently normalized activity myself, but it was only when I sought treatment that I realized how pervasive– and impossible to … Continue reading Work, Women, and Food: More Words on a Tired Subject
an unwanted anniversary
I've been feeling on edge lately, which is not abnormal for this time of year. Since I've spent a good deal of my life in school, June was usually the time of year where my normal schedule was interrupted; it was when many of my friends were packing up to move elsewhere or off having … Continue reading an unwanted anniversary
“Here” and “Somewhere Else”
I've been thinking a lot about war lately. Currently it's because I'm in Croatia, a place that was devastated by civil war during my lifetime (more about that later), but generally it's because of the horrible things my government has been attempting to, and sometimes succeeding in doing. I've always been kind of a pacifist. … Continue reading “Here” and “Somewhere Else”
Wieder in Wien
I can't write a whole lot at the moment, but I am currently happily in Vienna for a few days. It is raining and under 50 degrees, but I don't mind.
Sometimes it helps to set the bar really low
Things I did today: 🏅brushed my teeth 🏅went to work (full time job with benefits, including dental; nbd) 🏅ate a meal comprised of multiple food groups (x2) 🏅have a bank account 🏅dressed appropriately for the weather 🏅thought about exercising (it's only 1pm; I might still do it)
body language
Over the course of the past few years I have begun to come to terms with my complicated relationship with food, exercise, and the world around me. For many people this type of journey involves learning new words to describe their bodies in empowering ways. Supportive communities have sprung up around terms like "fat", "disabled", "queer" and "survivor" … Continue reading body language
learning how to read again
The last few months have been a chaotic mess of holidays, illness, cabin fever, and extreme stress about things I can't control (mostly graduate school applications and everything related to politics). I have been spending most of my time either working, volunteering, or trying in vain to keep up with the news. I have so … Continue reading learning how to read again
I’m really living up to my domain name so far
Currently en route to Salt Lake City via LAX (because that flight plan made sense to delta, apparently). My boy-person and I are going to a wedding and while I'm mostly excited because I like wearing fancy clothes and getting free alocohol, it also will be a welcome distraction from the world. I'm all for … Continue reading I’m really living up to my domain name so far
unintended red-eye
I am fittingly writing this first post from a plane, where I am trying desperately to keep myself from the patch of severe turbulence we are currently experiencing. I. hate. turbulence. Apparently this particular hatred has nearly superseded my fear of interacting with strangers, because I have been strongly considering asking the man sitting next … Continue reading unintended red-eye
weary traveler 