- Hayley Pearse
Brunch Over Bones
Why did I start it and how I hope to help people with it; 2012; the year the word ‘Anorexia’ came into my vocabulary as a huge shock diagnosis! From a youngster I have been very much a foodie but sadly, anorexia does not discriminate and will take you when you least expect it. Restricting and exercising to excess encompassed me, and within 3 months I was extremely poorly and at a very low point in my life. From here things could only get better and recovery was hard work but so worth it! 2013; I was recovered and there was no better feeling of freedom and self-awareness. 2018; I started to struggle with Orthorexia which slowly led me back to Anorexia round 2. This took me by great surprise as I thought I was ‘over it’. Mental health is so important to look after and that is the lesson I continue to take away from my current recovery.
How does it work? The Recovery Planner is a subtle and discreet planner designed to guide you on a 6 month journey to a life beyond an eating disorder. This planner will help you to get to know your inner self and embrace who you truly are with the power of mindfulness, gratitude, self-development and challenging your core beliefs by exploring your past, redesigning your present moments and creating a future you will be excited about. While using The Recovery Planner, you will be encouraged to:
Own your story and find the inner you
Practice self-reflection aside of your diagnosis
Review your present life and areas you would like to improve
Train your mind to challenge your thoughts and behaviours
Learn to master the art of managing emotions and understanding your triggers
Take time out to practice gratitude
Plan a future you are excited to wake up to
Review your progress and use your new found wings with a daily journal
Written by Hayley: @brunch_over_bones
