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Here you will find discussion and personal stories related to the particular stresses and challenges that come with holidays and special occasions.

Suggestions and recommendations are here for moving through these special days as best you can, depending on your level of recovery.

 

   Details    Category: [Holidays and Special Occasions](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/blog/holidays-and-special-occasions/)  ![cherry_blossoms](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/images/cherry_blossoms.jpg)

Easter and Passover: what a combo. It's a powerful weekend with both commemorations happening at the same time. How are you doing? Here are some suggestions to make your day more happy.

 

 [  Read more … ](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/holidays-and-special-occasions/light-hearted-happy-holiday-week-end)

 

 

   Details    Category: [Holidays and Special Occasions](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/blog/holidays-and-special-occasions/)  ![Easy_Does_It_Mom](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/images/Easy_Does_It_Mom.jpg)

Mothers working toward eating disorder recovery, increasing their self-esteem and appreciating their self-worth enriches their child's Christmas. My guest blogger and fellow Conari Press Author, Barbara Joy, tells you how.

 

 [  Read more … ](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/holidays-and-special-occasions/for-moms-in-recovery-at-christmas-qyou-are-the-giftq)

 

 

   Details    Category: [Holidays and Special Occasions](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/blog/holidays-and-special-occasions/)  ![candle](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/images/candle.jpg)*Breaking free of artificial and culturally imposed standards of living and behaviors can help you make your holidays joyful regardless of your situation.*

Yes, staying on your eating disorder recovery path during the holidays is a challenge, but it can be done if you clarify your vision and rally your courage to support your heart's desire.

 

 [  Read more … ](https://eatingdisorderrecovery.net/holidays-and-special-occasions/holiday-challenge-staying-in-recovery)