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Welcome! I’m Courtney
I’m really glad you’re here. If you’ve landed on this page, there’s a good chance you’re tired of the constant noise around food, weight, and how you’re supposed to look or be. Maybe you’re feeling stuck in cycles of guilt, comparison, or self-criticism. Maybe you’re just quietly wondering, Is it possible to have a more peaceful relationship with my body? Short answer: yes. And you don’t have to figure it out alone. A Little About Me I’m Courtney, a Licensed Independent Ment
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Dec 25, 20253 min read


Body Neutrality vs. Body Positivity: A Different Way to Relate to Your Body
If you’ve spent any time in eating disorder recovery spaces or on social media, you’ve probably heard phrases like “love your body” or “embrace body positivity.” While these messages can feel empowering for some, they can also feel… out of reach for others. Because what if you don’t love your body? What if trying to feel positive about it actually creates more pressure, frustration, or even shame? This is where body neutrality offers a different path—one that feels more acces
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May 54 min read


Intuitive Eating: Reconnecting with Your Body
For many people, eating has become something to manage, control, or get “right.” We’re taught to follow rules, ignore internal signals, and override our bodies in the name of health, discipline, or willpower. Intuitive eating offers a different path. Rather than telling you what or how much to eat, intuitive eating invites you to reconnect with your body in a gentle, nonjudgmental way. It is not about doing things perfectly or relying on willpower. It is about rebuilding trus
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Apr 74 min read


Ambivalence in Eating Disorder Recovery: When Part of You Wants Recovery and Part of You Does Not
Content Note: This article discusses eating disorder recovery and may reference fears related to food, body changes, and treatment. The content is intended to be supportive and recovery-oriented. Recovery from an eating disorder is rarely a straight path. Many people begin recovery believing they should feel fully ready to let go of the disorder, only to discover a more complicated reality. One part of them wants healing, freedom, and a life that is not controlled by food or
courtneyliesterllc
Mar 236 min read
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