In this episode I am joined by Beth Francois, an experienced eating disorder dietitian to discuss everything eating disorder treatment. Topics we cover:
Beth's instagram: @theeddietitian
Beth's website: theeddietitian.com
In this episode, we're exploring body checking: what it is, why it happens, and how to actually break free from the cycle with some practical (and slightly unconventional!) strategies. Whether you're mirror checking, analysing pictures, lifting up your shirt, touching your stomach or comparing your body to others, this episode is for you.
We’ll explore:
- The psychology behind body checking
- Conscious versus automated (habitual) body checking
- Why letting go feel can feel so hard and scary
- The subtle and not-so-subtle ways it shows up
- Body comparison
- My top practical strategies to reduce body checking ("delay, replace, complicate, interrupt")
For coaching-related inquiries, head to letsrecover.co.uk.
Ever wondered why you can eat a giant of low-calorie, high-protein, high-fibre foods and still feel unsatisfied? In this episode, we break down how fats and carbohydrates help your body feel truly full - not just physically, but mentally too. We talk about the difference between physical fullness and real satiety, and why eating enough energy-dense foods is so important in recovery. If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of “filler foods” but still feeling hungry, this one’s for you!
Topics we cover in this episode:
For coaching-related inquiries, head to letsrecover.co.uk.
In this episode I discuss giving recovery another go when you have a history of failed attempts and relapses.
In this episode I talk about OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), and how it relates to eating disorders. I discuss what OCD is, OCD vs OCPD, less known manifestations including 'pure O', OCD-ED and whether or not an eating disorder can be viewed as a form of OCD.
Link to article mentioned: 'Ethical Orthorexia', Veganism & Moral Rigidity In Eating Disorders
Website: letsrecover.co.uk
In this week's episode I discuss whether or not someone has to believe full recovery is possible for them in order to recover, and how the eating disorder will try and latch onto doubt to keep you stuck.
Where does the line go between Orthorexia and healthy eating? How do you know if you simply enjoy being active, or are engaging in disordered movement? What does 'healthy' even mean? In this episode I discuss the difference between someone caring about their health versus someone having an eating disorder, and how the eating disorder will try to camouflage unhealthy behaviours as healthy.
Articles mentioned:
The mental benefits of healing your relationship with movement
In this episode I discuss cravings in recovery from a restrictive eating disorder, and how your eating disorders' tendency to over-analyse your cravings can hold you back. I also discuss carbohydrate cravings, and craving meat as a (former) vegetarian or vegan in recovery.
In this episode I discuss all-in recovery, or 'going all in'; what it means, who it is (and isn't) for, common criticisms, and potential perks and pitfalls with this method of recovery.
In this week's episode I discuss the trap of maladaptive daydreaming and endlessly strategising/planning your future recovery, and how this can be a way of avoiding action.
What is starvation mode, why does it happen and how do I know I'm experiencing it? In this episode I discuss the physical and psychological consequences of being in starvation mode - and how to get out.
In this week's episode I discuss the mental aspects of why working on your relationship with exercise is so important (including compulsive lower level movement and walking), and some important steps and mindset shifts to get there.
In this week's episode I discuss intermittent fasting, and why this is a bad idea for people in recovery from restrictive eating disorders.
Articles mentioned:
Nutritional Science, Health & Debunking Food Myths
'Ethical Orthorexia', Veganism & Moral Rigidity in Eating Disorders
In this episode I discuss people pleasing (and what's really driving this behaviour); advocating for yourself in recovery; facing triggering people and situations; and setting boundaries with others.
In this episode I'm joined by fellow Let's Recover recovery coach & mental health nurse Stephanie Loix to discuss breaking free from an eating disorder and quasi-recovery, and letting go of diets once for all.
Stephanie's Instagram: @the.wishful.coach
Work with Stephanie: https://letsrecover.co.uk/p/stephanie
In this week's episode I'm discussing online wellness culture and how it pathologises completely normal things, and why you probably should not take health advice from TikTok.
Today I'm joined by Han Hickinbotham from the Full of Beans Podcast to discuss quasi recovery, extreme hunger and why your eating disorder is not that special.
Links: Full of Beans podcast | Han's Instagram
Hi again, it's been a while! Today's episode discusses the importance of knowing where you're at; the difference between being in recovery vs recovered (and how what's 'healthy' differs in each); re-engaging with the world after an eating disorder; and trusting your own resilience.
In this week's episode I'm venturing into the world of eating disorder recovery coaching, and what to look for in a coach as a client.
Substack: letsrecover.substack.com
Website: letsrecover.co.uk
Instagram: @amalielee / @letsrecover.co.uk
In this weeks episode I discuss the concept of "normal eating" (and why it does not really matter), comparing your intake, the concept of "selective mirroring" and the importance of creating your own path.
Substack: letsrecover.substack.com
Website: letsrecover.co.uk
Instagram: @amalielee / @letsrecover.co.uk