Taking Action: Setting Recovery Goals

To mark the start of our new virtual workshop, Recovery in Action, we’re talking about goal setting: a crucial part of making the changes needed to break out of the ED cycle. From common “traps” to repetition, accountability to releasing targets, there’s so much to consider – which often means setting (and sticking to) goals feels overwhelming.  

With this in mind, here’s a practical guide to creating goals that are both realistic and meaningful – even if you don’t have a big support team around you.

Using the SAFETY GOALS framework, we outline a tool to help you plan, complete, and reflect on your goals in a way that builds momentum, not shame. You’ll also hear how to handle the tricky feelings that can come after doing a challenge, whether it feels harder – or easier – than expected.

Topics covered:

• The SAFETY GOALS method: what it means and how to use it
• What to do when things don’t go to plan 
• Why repetition matters: making goals stick for good
• Common “traps” and removing barriers 
• Anticipating ED sabotage and planning ahead
• Tracking progress, learning from lapses, and accountability
• Sitting with the feelings after a challenge 
• What goal can you set yourself today?
• Insight into our virtual workshop

Connect with us:

Meg
Instagram: @megsy_recovery
YouTube: Megsy Recovery
TikTok: megsy recovery

Safia
Instagram: @safia_edrecoverycoach
Email: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.com
Beyond Body Coaching: www.beyondbodyimage.com/

Em (copywriter & editor)
Instagram: @em_schone

[DISCLAIMER]

Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.