In this episode, I dive into the fascinating and eye-opening history of the Minnesota Starvation Experiment and explore how its findings relate directly to eating disorders today. We’ll discuss the psychological and physical effects of starvation observed during the study, how it parallels the experiences of those struggling with restrictive eating disorders ... Show More
Nov 18
The Impact of Trauma, Bullying, and Early Childhood Experiences on Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders
<p>In today’s episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Jackie — a trauma-informed therapist and eating disorder recovery specialist who’s also walked her own path of recovery. We dive into how trauma, bullying, and early childhood experiences can shape the way we relate to food, our ... Show More
42m 3s
Nov 11
People Pleasing and Perfectionism in Eating Disorders
<p>In today’s episode, we’re diving into two traits that show up a lot in eating disorders, people pleasing and perfectionism. If you’ve ever found yourself trying to make everyone happy, or feeling like you need to get everything <em>just right</em> to be good enough, this one’s ... Show More
23m 27s
Nov 4
Food Overwhelm and Indecision in ED Recovery
<p>In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, we’re talking about something I know so many of you deal with, which is food overwhelm and indecision. </p><p>You know that feeling when choosing what to eat feels impossible, even though you’re hungry and <em>want</em> to mo ... Show More
24m 45s
Mar 2025
Why recovery from anorexia, bulimia & binge eating is the same process
In this episode of The Body Love Binge, we dive deep into the fundamental truth that recovery from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating follows the same core process. While the behaviors of these disorders may differ, the root cause and the path to healing remain the same—unrestri ... Show More
28m 44s
Oct 9
Victoria Beckham, Eating Disorders and When Does the Pursuit of Weight Loss Wreck your Mental Health?
<p>The Netflix Documentary is out today where Victoria Beckham shares about her life, including struggling with an eating disorder.</p>
<p>I reflect on Victoria's sharing and explore further, how weight loss can impact mental and physical health. I hope that you find it helpful. ... Show More
13m 22s
Oct 4
The 9 Top Triggers for Binge Eating Seen Inside the Therapy Room
<p>The 9 Top Triggers for Binge Eating Seen Inside the Therapy Room - and how to manage them.</p>
<p>Binge eating is not simply scoffing an extra biscuit, with your morning coffee break.</p>
<p>Instead, it involves eating fast, an extremely large amount of food (more than you wou ... Show More
17m 6s
Oct 12
Episode 133: Q&A with Vic: Fear, Fullness and Self-Acceptance in Eating Disorder Recovery
In this episode of Fly To Freedom, Vic and I are back answering your real questions from the community. We’re going deep into the messy, uncomfortable but transformative parts of eating disorder recovery — things like acting in line with your values when fear keeps getting in the ... Show More
41m 18s
Jul 2024
How to Set Realistic Expectations When Healing Your Relationship with Food with Dr. Rachel Millner
<p class="p1">Hey Rebel! In this week’s episode, I'm joined by psychologist and fat activist, Dr. Rachel Millner, Psy.D. </p> <p class="p1">In this episode we are discussing: </p> <ul> <li class="p1">realistic expectations to set when healing your relationship with food</li> <li ... Show More
37m 6s
Oct 18
If It's Hysterical, It's Historical: The Childhood Wounds you Need to Heal to Stop Sabotaging your Current Living
<p>You might not wish to explore your past in therapy, rather seeking tools and strategies to make changes in the present. Here, I talk about the deeper issues that are worth talking about and how to process past traumas to clear the blocks and live authentically today. I hope th ... Show More
14m 14s