Resources
Notes on sport, food, and the mind
Writing on eating disorders in sport, performance, perfectionism, and the occasional honest account of practicing what I preach.
An Invitation to Prioritize Your Mental Health This Summer
School is out and sport schedules are more flexible. Now is the time to refocus your time and energy toward mental health.
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
A thank you to the loved ones who support those struggling, and a call to action for everyone who has not started yet.
The Perfectionist's Paradox: Harnessing Your Drive Without Sacrificing Yourself
Perfectionism gets a bad rap, but it can be a powerful force. The problem starts when your worth becomes contingent on an unattainable standard.
Practice What You Preach
A personal entry from your fellow athlete and human, about two failed runs, a lot of tears, and what self-compassion actually looks like in practice.
Your Own Worst Enemy
The start of a school year is painted as a fresh start. It can also be a minefield of social comparison. Here is how to get out of the trap.
Overcoming Failure
It is human nature to fail. Moving on from it well requires skills and a strong sense of self, plus knowing the difference between excellence and perfectionism.
Risk Factors for Eating Disorders in Sport
Involvement in sport carries specific risk factors for developing an eating disorder. Knowing them is how we prevent and catch things early.
40 Factors of Sport Performance
Sport performance rests on at least 40 factors. So why do coaches and athletes keep fixating on the one that raises eating disorder risk?
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