So I'm new at this YouTube thing, guys, but I thought I'd post a video of me doing some ED related slam poetry. You'll remember my recent post where I presented the written form of this piece, called "(Not So) Dear Eating Disorder." The video is me reading it, so the effect is somewhat different. Again, I'm new at taping myself, so it's not as dynamic and animated as I'd like. More to come, hopefully!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Eating Disorder Awareness Week!
Thought I'd share a very important link for this week. I know we're mid-way through the week already, but check this out if you haven't already!
Friday, February 13, 2009
The Healing (and Inspiring) Power of Music
Been thinking lately about music and its ability to really invigorate a good mood, get rid of a bad mood, or simply make one feel braver. Recently, I went through a bunch of what I consider "recovery music" to make a CD for a dear friend and I was again struck by how amazing some of the songs are. So, I thought I'd share a few choice ones with all of you, in case you have some room on a special playlist or are looking to create a recovery CD of your own.
If you have any good suggestions for "recovery" songs, let me know! (I have more too!)
For now, these are some of my favorites (my top 6 actually):
Bottom of the Barrel by Amos Lee
Happy by Natasha Bedingfield
Twisted Logic by Coldplay
No Lookin' Back by Kenny Loggins
Watershed by the Indigo Girls
Fill Your Heart by David Bowie
Share yours!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
(Not So) Dear Eating Disorder---
I'm furious at all the things that rise within and break my wings. The pain is great, the room is small, and I'm within it, standing tall. Yes, here I am--I give a damn--I'll give this door one final slam. I'm stronger than the past that's been--I call the shots; I'll tell you when! And if you think, unwanted guest, that one day soon you'll get the best of this young woman, I won't rest until you truly, finally see that you're just you but I am ME! I've learned too much, I've traveled far, and I know what you really are--so don't you for one second think that you will find that tiny chink within my armor, within my soul--I'm on to you, I'm in control! And as I live and breathe today, I vow to conquer every way the little bit of you that's left--and trust me, I won't feel bereft. I know the feeling freedom brings and with some healing, I'll have wings that work and move and fly again--I call the shots; I'll tell you when!
That one's for me and for all of you.
That one's for me and for all of you.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Out with the Old, In with the New
Get rid of the stuff that's holding you back.
What have you outgrown (not in a physical sense, unless that's somehow relevant)? Think on it. You are still allowed to MISS what you've outgrown, but that doesn't change the fact that you've outgrown it.
On that note, what DON'T you miss? Use that as a force to push you in a better, more positive direction. We all have memories of days, months, and even years we'd rather forget. Perhaps you'd like to wash away some recollection of pain or misery? The thing is, in NOT forgetting about it, we become stronger people. So, don't erase. Instead, remember. And then ask yourself, "Why don't I miss that?" And use it like a tool to propel yourself forward.
What aren't you quite ready for? Be honest with yourself. It's okay to realize you're not exactly ready for everything all at once. Not many of us are. It can still be a tangible goal, whatever it is you're not quite ready for--because you just have to tell yourself: I'm not ready for it YET.
And finally, when all these questions have been asked and perhaps re-asked, ask the most important question of all: What are you looking forward to?
What are you waiting for? I can't answer that FOR you! :)
What have you outgrown (not in a physical sense, unless that's somehow relevant)? Think on it. You are still allowed to MISS what you've outgrown, but that doesn't change the fact that you've outgrown it.
On that note, what DON'T you miss? Use that as a force to push you in a better, more positive direction. We all have memories of days, months, and even years we'd rather forget. Perhaps you'd like to wash away some recollection of pain or misery? The thing is, in NOT forgetting about it, we become stronger people. So, don't erase. Instead, remember. And then ask yourself, "Why don't I miss that?" And use it like a tool to propel yourself forward.
What aren't you quite ready for? Be honest with yourself. It's okay to realize you're not exactly ready for everything all at once. Not many of us are. It can still be a tangible goal, whatever it is you're not quite ready for--because you just have to tell yourself: I'm not ready for it YET.
And finally, when all these questions have been asked and perhaps re-asked, ask the most important question of all: What are you looking forward to?
What are you waiting for? I can't answer that FOR you! :)
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
A Daily Reminder
I've programed my cell phone to alarm (silently) every morning at 9:00 AM in order to display a reminder message.
The daily reminder?
"I like myself."
Yes. That's what my phone tells me to remember.
Sometimes we all need reminding. I hear you--you're saying, "But I don't like myself." Well, if you don't like yourself yet, just wait. A few weeks of seeing that daily message and it might start to sink in.
The daily reminder?
"I like myself."
Yes. That's what my phone tells me to remember.
Sometimes we all need reminding. I hear you--you're saying, "But I don't like myself." Well, if you don't like yourself yet, just wait. A few weeks of seeing that daily message and it might start to sink in.
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