Halloween is almost here, and trick or treating events have already started. Candy is everywhere this time of year. Some people love the haunts that come with the Halloween season, but for someone in eating disorder recovery, the fear of ever present candy can feel frightening. Read on for tips to navigate Halloween in a way that allows the holiday to be fun without being overwhelming or scary.

Meal plans can be a helpful tool in eating disorder recovery, but they’re not one-size-fits-all. This post explores when meal plans support healing and when they might hold you back, offering guidance on how to use structure safely, flexibly, and compassionately as you rebuild a healthy relationship with food.

A common struggle in eating disorder recovery is having trouble with feeling hunger and fullness cues. There are physical and emotional components to this, and ways to become more attuned to your body’s cues.