Happy New Year!

The festive season is over and the New Year has dawned. An exciting season, time for changes, New Year’s Resolutions and an air of positivity. It can be a time of reflection on the time that has passed or deliberation about what the future holds.

 Switch on the television, listen to the radio, pick up a magazine and we are bombarded by endless information about diets, from detox to how to lose 7lbs in 7 days. On top of this there are celebrities promoting keep fit DVDs and tips on how to emulate them.

Yes it’s a New Year, New Beginnings and perhaps Changes

Here are a few tips:

• Take  one day at a time
• Ask yourself the question “What do I really want?”
• Where do I see myself in 6 months or 12 months?
• What will my life look like without this eating distress?
• What support do I want in helping me achieve what I want?
• Who can help me? – give yourself permission to ask for support
• What stops me from moving forward?
• What am I scared of?
• Change your attitude and perspective. A problem cannot be solved from the same state of mind that created it! Start looking  at things from a different point of view
• Make a list of your strengths and qualities – or ask friends, colleagues and family members
• Be honest with yourself
• Make small changes and reward yourself
• Have some “ Me Time “ to reflect

Finally begin to believe in yourself and value yourself!  

EATING DISORDERS - CARERS GROUP

Are you looking after someone with an Eating Disorder?

Someone who is eating too little or too much?

Do you want support or advice which will help you manage?

If so come along and join our new group!

Time: 10.30 - 12.30

When: Next meeting 9 February 2012, then every second Thursday of the month.

Where: Carers Centre Newcastle, 6 Saville Place, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8DQ

The group is open to anyone caring for someone with an Eating Disorder.

If you would like more information call Pummi Mattu on 0191 2210233 or email pummi.mattu@niwe.org.uk