Starving in Search of Me: A Coming-of-Age Story of Overcoming an Eating Disorder and Finding Self-Acceptance
(By Marissa LaRocca)
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In this riveting, intimate book, Marissa LaRocca relates her own struggle living, for a time, in two one to hide her eating disorder and one to hide her sexuality and very identity. As she unravels the emotional layers of her battle, she reveals the skills she learned that led her to find herself--and to eventually emerge as an outspoken advocate for gay rights and women's health issues. She shares the hard-won wisdom she gained during her journey, to help
Identify the root causes, symptoms, and triggers associated with an eating disorder
Acknowledge the "life issues" that are being masked by "food issues" or other addictions
Disempower compulsive behaviors like binging, purging, and obsessing about calories and exercise
Heal your relationship with food through healing your relationship with yourself
Escape the victim role, become empowered, and take responsibility for your own happiness
Connect with your life's purpose and authentic self, transforming your weaknesses into strengths
Free your mind through tuning in to the body and witnessing emotions
Improve your body image and self-esteem by aligning your lifestyle with your true values and desires, and with what is realistic
Effectively communicate your needs with confidence
Establish guilt-free lifestyle boundaries to reduce anxiety and maximize vitality
Enhance peace of mind by developing a reliable support system
Eliminate the need to be perfect by practicing forgiveness and compassion toward yourself”
