*update* I have an immense amount of respect for each individual who contacts me, and I refuse to give any less than 110% commitment to everyone I speak with. It has nothing to do with obligation, and everything to do with each and every response coming from my heart. I have been able to provide that to everyone I am currently speaking to, and I will continue to do so. However, I can not provide that commitment to anyone new at this time due to my personal time constraints. I would much rather be straightforward than give anyone less than the complete respect and commitment that they deserve.I will still accept any friend requests that I receive and will read all messages. Therefore if anyone needs a safe place to vent, I would absolutely love to be that for you. I just cannot respond to anyone new at this time. If and when that changes I will take this message down.I did not anticipate so many amazing inspirational individuals inviting me into their lives, and I am truly blessed. I am not turning anyone away. I am using my voice to take care of myself the same way that I encourage all of you to. I am committed to "practicing what I preach' because I would not be authentic in what I do here if I wasn't.Thank you all so much for your trust and patience!Namaste,
Jackie______________________________________________________
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***About the Purpose of my Page***This page is a forum to support those experiencing eating disorders, in any form, at any stage. I have been involved in online counseling for approximately 5 years. Although I am pursuing a MS and LMFT to specialize in the treatment and prevention of eating disorders, I am not yet licensed. I am affiliated with ANAD as a resource person for the state of Connecticut, and from September 2009 to May 2011 I will be interning as an individual and group therapist at Rimmon Pond eating disorder resource and therapy center in Seymour CT utilizing an integrative holistic model that fosters empowerment as opposed to pathology and dependence. I am passionate about being a resource for those who may be ambivalent about seeking real time help. I also want to support anyone who is entering recovery, newly out of treatment, or in the recovery process. I offer one-on-one safe confidential free online support. I communicate with individuals via messages, and do not utilize the myspace IM. I do not offer medical advice, and will not continue corresponding with any individual who indicates an immediate intent to harm themselves. I do not claim to be a licensed professional, and encourage anyone who thinks that they may have an eating disorder to seek real time help. However, I offer non-judgmental support to empower individuals to help themselves. I do this because it is my passion. As someone who was once diagnosed as "chronic", I can assure you that full recovery is attainable regardless of duration or severity. *Please see my blogs and 'heroes' section for more information on eating disorders*.
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__***About Me***I am inspired by the strength and beauty of the human spirit. I believe in the innate goodness of people. I marvel at the wisdom of nature and ponder the questions that have no right answers. I am intensely passionate, and wear my heart on my sleeve. I'd rather be hurt than live without loving. I have an open mind that refuses to be closed. I never give up on the people and pursuits in my life that make it worth living. I value wisdom over knowledge. I love poetry, theater, dance, music, and self expression. I am a transcendental thinker and a free spirit. I am a hopeless romantic. I seek out beauty in all things. I am not perfect. I am goofy and unedited. I love to laugh. I believe that everything happens for a reason. I do not believe in failure. I would rather stand out than give in. I am coming to believe less and less in psychology and increasingly more in empowerment and stripping the labels from the truth of who we really are. I believe that authenticity is the key to happiness. I am a certified Reiki Master and train in holistic healing modalities, metaphysics, and IFS Therapy. My life has taught me that miracles and dreams do not only come true in fairy tales. My friends and my family mean the world to me. My 6 year old has taught me more about love than I could ever teach her. I am grateful for the people and experiences in my life that have strengthened my ability to see past the superficial and value that which is real. I'll never stop learning and asking the hard questions. I'll never turn from the pain that deepens my experience of joy. I embrace all of life as an amazing adventure.__________________________________________________
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