Recovery Get Out There Stand-up comedians tell jokes about the fat guy in a tiny swimsuit at the beach or park. But a powerful lesson exists there. You just have to look hard to see it. That heavy guy is having fun with his friends and family. He’s getting some sun and exercise, and he doesn’t care about your opinion regarding his appearance or … Read More
Recovery Dressing Well I’ve been in OA for four years now, and it has given me more than I ever imagined. I’ve lived around the world working for the US military. I started OA in Texas, got serious in Germany, and I’m coming to a deep realization here in Japan. What I’ve finally started to realize is a new sense of femininity. It’s so … Read More
Recovery Normal Freedom When I was in the clutches of my disease, I felt so defeated that I began preparing myself for life as an overweight woman. I was only 18 and had been unsuccessfully fighting my disease since age 10. I rationalized that maybe living out my life in a fat body wouldn’t be so bad. I figured I was just meant … Read More