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???Join SEA WAVES & Texas Veterans Commission for a crucial conversation on Eating Disorders in the Veteran Community!?????? ???February 27, 2025 ??10:00 AM CST ???Virtual Event – Free & Open to Veterans, the Military Community, & Supporters Did you know? ? There’s a link between?eating disorders & PTSD ??Suicide rates?are higher for individuals with untreated eating disorders ??Untreated eating disorders cost?the U.S. economy?$64 billion annually This?FREE event?will explore the impact of eating disorders in the military & veteran communities and highlight the urgent need for awareness and support. ?? Learn more & register here:?https://lnkd.in/eyuMkckd ?? Spread the word and help us break the stigma! #EatingDisorderAwareness #MilitaryMentalHealth #VeteranSupport #SEA_WAVES #NeedALightBeALight ????

?? The Silent Struggle: Eating Disorders in High-Stress Environments ?? Why are eating disorders so hard to spot in the military? Because the system wasn’t built to see them. ? Lack of awareness ? Fear of career impact ? Hidden struggles in a fast-paced culture ? Normalized behaviors that aren’t healthy But we can change that. Our MEDAL Training helps leaders, providers, and peers recognize the signs—and take action before it’s too late. ?? Get trained. Be ready. Save lives. #SupportNotStigma #StrongerTogether #BreakTheSilence #MentalHealthMatters #EatingDisorderAwareness #SeaWaves #ConnectionIsPower

What happens when military readiness comes at the cost of service members’ health? Eating disorders in the military are more common than many realize—but too often, they go unnoticed and untreated. SEA WAVES is working to change that by raising awareness, advocating for systemic reform, and ensuring service members, veterans, and their families get the support they deserve. We were honored to join Coast Live to shed light on this critical issue. Watch the full interview to learn more about our mission and how we’re making a difference! #SEAWAVES #EatingDisordersInTheMilitary #MentalHealthAdvocacy #BreakingTheStigma #NeedALightBeALight

The number one indicator of developing an eating disorder? Starting a diet.

??Sea Waves Inc?? is honored to be at the Military Women’s Symposium hosted by the The Valkyrie Project Inc at the U.S. Navy Memorial. This event brings together leaders, service members, and advocates to tackle the real challenges facing women in the military—including the ones we don’t talk about enough. Eating disorders remain one of the most overlooked threats to military readiness, yet they impact thousands of service members. These are tough conversations, but they are necessary ones. We cannot afford to ignore the realities of disordered eating, body image pressures, and the mental health struggles that impact performance, retention, and overall well-being. When we acknowledge these challenges, we take a step toward stronger, healthier, and more prepared forces. A huge thank you to our sponsor, Waves of Hope Eating Disorder Treatment Center for making it possible for us to be here—to have these crucial conversations, to raise awareness, and to ensure that no service member has to battle an eating disorder alone. This is why we show up. This is why we keep speaking, educating, and advocating—because readiness isn’t just about physical strength, but also mental resilience and holistic health. SEA WAVES is here because these conversations can’t wait. We are committed to engaging leaders, educating providers, and ensuring that no service member, veteran, or military family member has to navigate an eating disorder alone. #MilitaryWomensSymposium #MWS25 #MilitaryReadiness #EatingDisordersInTheMilitary #SEAWAVES #WavesOfHope #NeedALightBeALight

Last night, our founder, ??Leah Stiles??, had the incredible opportunity to connect with fellow veterans at a networking event hosted by?Action Zone, Inc. an organization dedicated to empowering veteran entrepreneurs. With this month’s theme of?Connection and Camaraderie, events like these are a powerful reminder that no one has to navigate business growth alone. For Leah, this gathering wasn’t just about networking—it was about learning, collaborating, and finding the right support to take?SEA WAVES?to the next level. The journey of entrepreneurship, much like military service, thrives on?teamwork, mentorship, and shared experiences. A huge thank you to?Valerie Lavin & Action Zone?for fostering such a supportive environment for veterans stepping into the world of business! If you’re a veteran entrepreneur, make sure to check them out and tap into this incredible network. #ConnectionAndCamaraderie #VeteranEntrepreneurs #Networking #SEAWAVES #ActionZone

This is my truth. My battle. My mission.???? For years, I served my country while silently fighting a war within—an eating disorder that thrived in the shadows. But darkness loses its power when we bring it into the light. Today, I stand as a lighthouse, a voice for those still struggling, a beacon of hope in the storm. You are not alone. Healing is possible. And together, we will break the silence. ??

???TONIGHT!?If you haven’t registered yet, don’t wait! Join us for a?powerful presentation?on?Eating Disorders in the Military—a conversation that is long overdue. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and be part of the change. ???Register now:?https://lnkd.in/eE_A7-47

Tonight was a night of connection, conversation, and hope. The Military Community Open House, hosted by Waves of Hope Eating Disorder Treatment Center brought together active-duty service members, veterans, family members, and providers—all united in support of the military community and those impacted by eating disorders. This evening was more than just a gathering; it was a powerful reminder that no one has to face this battle alone. We shared our fears, our experiences, and—most importantly—hope. Because healing happens in community, and together, we are breaking the silence. A huge thank you to Waves of Hope, our largest sponsor, for your unwavering support of SEA WAVES and our mission. Your dedication helps us advocate, educate, and push for real change in the military community. Tonight was proof: awareness is growing, and the tides are turning. #NeedALightBeALight #MilitaryMentalHealth #EatingDisordersInTheMilitary #WavesOfHope #SEAWAVES

Today, SEA WAVES was honored to stand alongside advocates and leaders at the National Alliance for Eating Disorders Not One More Rally in Orlando, Florida. As a proud sponsor of this impactful event, we were grateful for the opportunity to speak and share our mission to ensure that no service member, veteran, or military family faces an eating disorder alone. Events like these remind us why this work is so important—because not one more life should be lost, and access to care should never be out of reach. Thank you to everyone who raised their voices today. Together, we are making waves for change! #NotOneMore #SEAWAVES #EatingDisorderAwareness #MakeWaves