Never Ever Give Up Hope

Marissa Pendlebury is a public health researcher with degrees in nutrition, health sciences (BSc), and psychology (MSs).     Through her website, Nourishing Routes, she helps individuals develop a positive and compassionate relationships with themselves, with food and exercise, and with other people.   But Marissa's journey was a rocky road of serious eating disorders, anxiety, and deep depression. When all hope was gone and she had nowhere to turn for help, she discovered how compassion for others could help her heal herself.   In her interview, she gives practical, solid tips on how to change your perception of yourself, and how your view of food and eating habits can change your life.   On her website, she gives the 10 Elements of Nourishing Routes and explains them in detail. They are: Compassion for yourself and others Nourishment - not numbers Health at every size Creative expression Mindfulness Gratitude Connecting with others and sharing stories Freedom and Autonomy Pleasurable movement Empo