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Partners in Wellness Partners in Wellness is dedicated to providing quality, evidence-based care for those suffering from eating disorders, OCD, anxiety and depression.

09/04/2026

But seriously… giving up your scale, even as an experiment, is an important part of eating disorder recovery.

When weighing yourself becomes a compulsion, the number can start to dictate your mood, your food choices, your movement, and how you feel about your body.

Putting the scale away creates space to practice something much harder and much more freeing:

Learning to trust your body instead of a number.

Sometimes recovery means letting someone else babysit your scale while you get back to living your life. 🫶

09/02/2026

You’re exhausted. Your body is asking for sleep. You finally get comfortable in bed…

And then the eating disorder starts talking.

“You didn’t exercise enough today.”
“You ate too much to just lie there.”
“You should get up and work out.”
“You can sleep after you’ve earned it.”

Eating disorders don’t just try to control food. They can also convince you that rest has to be earned—and that you don’t deserve sleep unless you’ve been “productive enough,” moved enough, or burned enough calories.

But your body doesn’t need to earn sleep. Rest is not a reward. Sleep is not something you have to compensate for.

Sometimes recovery means staying in bed and letting the eating disorder be mad about it. đź’™

08/28/2026

Not eating doesn’t always sound alarming.

“I’m not hungry right now.”
“I ate earlier.”
“My stomach hurts.”
“I’ll eat later.”
“I had a big snack.”
“I’m just not in the mood for that.”

On their own, these explanations can sound completely plausible. And sometimes, they are.

But when you’re worried about an eating disorder, look for patterns—not just individual excuses.

One question we often encourage parents to ask themselves is: When was the last time I actually sat down and ate with my child?

Not when you think they ate. Not when they said they ate. When did you actually see them eat a meaningful meal or snack?

Eating disorders can be incredibly convincing. Paying attention to patterns and getting more information isn’t being controlling—it’s protecting your child. 💙

08/26/2026

For some people with eating disorders, food can become a major focus of their thoughts—even when eating itself feels difficult or scary.

That preoccupation can show up as constantly baking or cooking for others, scrolling recipes, researching nutrition, watching cooking videos, or planning meals they may not even eat.

It can be a way of feeling close to food, thinking about food, or even feeling a sense of control around food without actually having to consume it.

So if someone seems obsessed with baking, recipes, or food content while also struggling to eat, it may not be a contradiction. Sometimes, it reflects just how much mental space food is taking up.

The brain is pretty good at making sure we don’t forget about something we need to survive.

08/21/2026

Perfectionism can convince us that if something isn’t done exactly right, it doesn’t count. It can make us erase our progress, start over, or repeat things until they finally feel “perfect.” But constantly starting over keeps us stuck in a cycle where nothing ever feels good enough. Growth comes from learning to tolerate the imperfect—to keep going even when something feels unfinished, messy, or not quite right. Sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do is resist the urge to restart and remind ourselves: it doesn’t have to be perfect to be worth continuing.RO DBT is a treatment that targets these unhelpful urges. Find out more at partnersinwellnessstl.com

08/19/2026

In a world that shames us into not liking our bodies, saying “I like how I look” can actually be a radical act.

We’ve been told our bodies aren’t good enough to like, and simultaneously that liking our appearance is shallow.

But what if we could say:

I know my appearance isn’t the most important thing about me.
I know my body doesn’t determine my worth.
AND… I really like how I look today.

That’s not vanity. That’s allowing yourself to have the experience you’re having.

Sometimes, feeling pretty is just a really good feeling.

You’re allowed to enjoy it. 💗

08/14/2026

An excessive drive to plan, rely on Post‑it notes, and get caught in the weeds of organization can signal overcontrolled coping—patterns marked by rigidity, perfectionism, and high threat sensitivity.

While these strategies often begin as attempts to stay on top of life, they can gradually undermine quality of life and strain relationships.

Radically Open DBT (RO‑DBT) is specifically designed to address these overcontrolled tendencies, helping individuals cultivate flexibility, openness, and more effective social connection.

08/12/2026

Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing a closer look at Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT) and how it supports children who rely on overcontrolled coping—kids who may appear responsible, perfectionistic, or reserved on the outside while struggling internally.

Stay tuned to learn whether this evidence‑based approach could be the right fit for your child’s needs and temperament. Skills classes are forming this Fall. Don’t let your teenager struggle through another lonely school year.

08/07/2026

Fear has a way of convincing us to stay comfortable, play it safe, and wait until we feel “ready.” But some of life’s best memories are made the moment we choose courage instead.

You are capable of doing hard things. The things that scare you most often become the moments you’re most proud of. Don’t let fear steal experiences you’ll never get back or keep you from laughing, exploring, celebrating, and showing up for the people you love.

Life isn’t about never being afraid—it’s about refusing to let fear make your decisions. Say yes to the trip. Take the picture. Dance at the wedding. Try something new. Have the conversation. One day, you won’t remember every fear you had, but you’ll always remember the memories you made with the people who mattered most.

Choose courage. Your future self—and your loved ones—will be grateful you did. Noah's Ark Waterpark

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