We know the festive season is complicated, and recovery doesn’t take a holiday. That’s why this December, we’re focusing on Presence Over Perfection.
Advice
Occupational Therapy at Orri: a different and dynamic approach
How do our occupational therapists support clients in recovery? This blog answers key questions from our recent webinar.
Embracing wintering
As the darkness of November sets in, we are reminded of the importance of the quieter seasons in our lives. This month, we explore the theme of wintering, a concept beautifully articulated by Katherine May in her book of the same name. Wintering is not just a metaphor...
The journey of letting go
As the leaves fall from the trees, we’re inspired to let go of what no longer serves us, and reflect on what we’re holding onto. But it’s not always an easy process.
Our tips for handling mealtimes this summer
Summer is finally here and, with the weather warming up, it is likely that you will find yourself involved some form of summer celebration like a picnic or barbeque. Whatever the setting, mealtimes can be challenging any time of the year –...
Body Image and Unlocking your Authentic Self, workshop with Be Well Collective
This week, Orri’s Somatic Therapist, Pippa, held a London workshop, in collaboration with Be Well Collective. The event explored body image and how to unlock our authentic selves. It was a heartwarming and tender evening, filled with brave stories, honest...
Body Acceptance, with Orri’s Yoga and Body Awareness Therapist
This week is NEDA’s Body Acceptance Week, where individuals and organisations come together to promote body positivity, body acceptance and body liberation for all. Inspired by the week, we sat with Pippa, Orri’s Yoga and Body Awareness Therapist, to learn how we can...
How to be accountable and take responsibility in eating disorder recovery
Eating disorder recovery requires individuals to be honest of their needs; to be honest to others and how they can support; and to be honest on how recovery is going, even if it feels difficult.
“I had an eating disorder for twenty years before I started treatment at Orri” – Alumni Client
Alumni client, Reb, shares her eating disorder recovery journey with Orri, and demonstrates how recovery is possible.
Accept what is. Let go of what was. Have faith in what will be.
Recovery is full of questions: how did I get here? What is going to happen? What if this had happened, or that had happened instead? This weeks’ treatment programme is all about the “Woulds, Shoulds, Coulds” in eating disorder recovery. We’re discussing when it’s...
Archetypes and Toxic Masculinity
This Eating Disorders Awareness Week, we’re reflecting on the male experience of eating disorders. This raises the question – what influences masculinity? Here, we explore the influence of archetypes and toxic masculinity, with a Jungian twist.
Coping with absence or loss at Christmas
Festivities can be enjoyable. Though for some, it can be painful; especially if there is somebody missing at the dinner table. A gentle blog on how you can cope this Christmas without your loved ones.