Scripts for Managing Resistance and Distress

Practical scripts for difficult meal situations.

What to say (and what not to say) during meals.

Helpful phrases

"I know this is hard." "The eating disorder is lying to you." "You can do this." "We're going to get through this together." "One more bite."

"Just eat it." "Think of the starving children." "You're being difficult." "Fine, don't eat then." "What's wrong with you?"