Individuals with an eating disorder and those in recovery may find themselves struggling to manage their symptoms during this season due to social pressure. One may feel guilty over losing control over what they eat or, perhaps, they may avoid eating altogether. On top of one’s internal struggles, there is a high chance that one would have to deal with relatives passing remarks about one’s body regardless of their intentions. We understand that this might be a challenging time for these individuals, and we hope this article will bring comfort and serve as a reminder not to be so hard on oneself. 

During this hopeful time, while thinking about the big things that one wants to achieve, it is crucial that one does not fall trap to cognitive biases that may result in the setting of unrealistic expectations and goals. In this article, we hope to introduce some common cognitive biases that one uses and how they can affect decision-making.