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Emily and Han spend 15 minutes delving into an eating disorder recovery related question. For more ED recovery related content, check out their Instagram accounts.
Episodes
How Do I Deal With Panic and Regret After Eating Food, Especially If I’ve Eaten Past My Fullness Cues?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss dealing with the emotions that may arise after eating. The key takeaways are:Sit through the storm. Don’t aim to stop it.Reframe the ED flurry: it doesn’t represent wrongnessPredict the ED patternsUse your personalised storm sitting toolkitIf you are interested to listen in to hear more about fullness, the following episode cover that topic: https://podcasts.
What’s The Point In Having A Small, More Energy-Dense Snack?
The question ‘what’s the point in having a small, more energy-dense snack if it doesn’t fill me up as much as a low-density, more voluminous one?”. The key the takeaways are:Full recovery = full neural rewiring + full nutritional rehabilitationA caloric ceiling is the issueVolume eating a restrictive behaviour You cannot outsmart / hack your bodyThe goal is not to maximise fullness from the small
How To I Deal With Comparison To My Sister’s Successful Life?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss comparison in recovery. The key takeaways are:Compassion to provide context Your sphere of influence is in the here and nowDefine ‘success’ for youWhat specific feelings do you wantSeparate comparison and admiration If you want a little more on this topic, Han has written a blog post on this topic that may be of value:https://www.recover-ed.co.uk/post/life-co
How Do I Actually Navigate Extreme Hunger?
In this episode Emily and Han discuss practically navigating extreme hunger. The key takeaways are:Be cautious about EH contentHunger is not the enemyEat more than more than enough, consistently. Keep replenishing your stocks of abundance Be patient with the process. Your ED doesn’t have to be on board.Q: Where has not honouring got you so far?
How Do I Let Go Of Portion Restriction?
In this episode, Emily and Han chat through practical tools to help stop portion limitation . The key takeaways are:Expect resistance Get rid of your scales or measuring equipment Stop buying single packs / single serve portionsAct with boldness > tweakingIf available, let people in support network portion for youEat out - abundantly
Why Do I Rush To Bed After Finishing My last Food Item?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss why there may be a desire to immediately go to bed after finishing eating in the evening. The reasons discussed include:The important/interesting events of the day being over - according to an energy deprived brainA rigid meal plan ceiling having been metAvoidance of eating more/mental hungerAvoidance of emotions, thoughts, sitting in the storm
How Do I Cope With The Jekyll and Hyde of ED and Core Me?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss the contrasting nature of the ED and healthy self.Compassion and understanding are due: The energy deficit state makes us act differently than we otherwise would.But, don’t 'leave the taps running'. The awareness of the duality requires a response.Don’t get caught up in self-attack. This suits the ED.Make family aware that when the ED is being challen
How Do I Challenge the ED Suggestion That I’m ‘Not Sick Enough’?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how to overcome the Eds judgement that you are not 'unwell enough' to pursue recovery. The key takeaway points are:Recovery isn't something you earn by pleasing the ED enough.ED is a neural network system, not an entity.A system based on self abandonment has no agenda to permit fully recovery.Nobody who is healthy wishes to be more unwell.Other people's behav
If You Ever Overeat When Recovered, How Do You Deal With It?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss ‘overeating’ post recovery. The main takeaways are:Responding with compassionate action e.g., lying down, herbal teaThe thought to compensate doesn't come to mindTrust is a 2 way streetNo deep fear of fullnessNot asking "why"
How Can I Push On With Recovery When Dealing With Stressful Life Events?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss ensuring recovery happens when navigating difficult life circumstances. The key takeaways are:This is WHY recovery is so important: to be able to navigate future circumstances like this (which are inevitable) with compassion and a nourished brain and body.Old patterns cannot be an optionAssess how you are keeping other life plates spinning and use those same
How Do I Stop Boosts of Recovery Motivation From Fading?
In this episode, Han and Emily chat through ebbing motivation. The key takeaways are:You don’t! Stop waiting for stable motivation or viewing it’s absence as a failureMotivation = emotional Commitment = values-based, steadyHas motivation faded or has ED increased resistance + fear?
Does Extreme Hunger Ever Really End?
In this episode Emily and Han discuss the longevity of extreme hunger. The key takeaways are:Extreme hunger isn’t the problem. It’s the solution your body has chosen.Consistency of cue response is of paramount importanceReaching full nutritional rehabilitation is a non-negotiable for the body to move out of 'extreme' responses Recovery eating isn’t supposed to look ‘normal’Permitting rest
How Do You Do Recovery If Your Job Doesn’t Allow Breaks?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss making recovery work in difficult work circumstances. The key takeaways are:Assess whether recovery is possible within the role, or if it is directly oppositional to basic recovery needs.Prioritise recovery: eating abundantly; acting oppositional, restingAdvocate for your recovery needs in the work placePractical strategies: - Prioritize breakfast before wor
I’m Not Very Hungry During The Day — Is Mainly Eating At Night A Problem For Recovery?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss absent hunger. If you are keen to hear more on the latter element of this question, please do check out our episode* on eating in the evening hours that we recorded in 2024. The key takeaways from today are:The need to ‘wake your body up’ through mechanical eating Provide a base of adequacy in accordance with any mental hunger whipsers Notice how anxiety impa
How Do I Cope With A Sudden Upsurge of Hunger Despite Being Consistent With Food?
In this episode, Emily & Han discuss responding to increased hunger in recovery. The key takeaway points are:Get back to basics: Eating without restriction and being oppositional to ED are long-term recovery commitments.Coping comes with allowing.Let go of the idea of a fixed ‘right amount’.Nutritional rehabilitation takes a lot of energy.Try not to always look to justify. Try to lean into tru
Why Do I Find Delicious and Tasty Food Threatening?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss the experience of finding abundance and deliciousness threatening. The key takeaway points are….Bland and non-highly palatable foods often feels more familiar, safe and consistent Delicious tasty food is often more energy denseRecovery = going towards perceived threatAllow yourself to burst out of the survival stateCelebrate wider life abundance + pleasure +
I Feel Stressed If I Don’t Eat A Certain Type Of Chocolate Every Day; Should I Keep Having It Or Make Myself Have Other Things?
What is the MOST bold thing I could do here?ED-OCD is elevated by energy debt. Nutritional rehabilitation is a foundation of actioning.Apply the “both/and” approach (not “keep it” vs “take it out”)Show your brain sheer abundance of that food, and all other food.Expand your 'windows of permission'Challenge all conditions of that food To sign up to our new newsletter, please fill in this for
How Do I Know I Am At My Body’s Happy And Healthy Place?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss what it feels like to be in energy balance. The key takeaways are: It’s not based on a number.Reduction in mental hungerFood aspects of life feel more important - life feels colourfulAuthentic energy levels stabilise Your body functions stabilise long term (digestion, sleep, hormonal health)Food feels simpleYou can maintain your body size without constant con
Will My Active Job Stop Me From Recovering?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss navigating healing whilst doing an active job. The key points are…Nutritional rehabilitation is a fundamental. The prerequisite of this is eating with consistent abundance Focus on YOUSeek recovery aligned accommodations at workNeural rewiring requires honestyAssess the intentionality behind the moment Focus on rest outside of work
How Can I Stop Seeking Permission To Eat?
In this episode, Han & Emily chat through permission seeking. The key takeaways are:Act boldlyBuilding trust comes after actionCome back to the word unconditionalTune into the ways that your body is giving you permissionStep back from ED thoughts. Add healthy self pairings.Set your ambitions highProviding unwavering self-support provides a sense of safety.Connect to your why and inner wisdomAc
What Do I Do If I Have Extreme Hunger At A Normal Weight?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss extreme appetite at any physical state. The key takeaways are:“Normal weight” doesn’t mean “fully nourished”Emily’s wonderful house analogyBuild trust in food availabilityBoldly act without restrictionEH includes mental hungerAsk yourself: What happens if I don’t do this?
Who Shall I Share My Recovery Journey With?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss who to ‘let in’ to your recovery. The key takeaways are:Owning your recovery doesn’t mean doing it alone.It’s okay if your circle is small.You do not owe sharing your recovery. You can choose the depth that you share.As recovery evolves - your support system can too.You can start small and test the waters (e.g., by sending a recovery resource).Who do you need
What Are The Wider Impacts Of Being Within Energy Deficit?
In this episode, Emily and Han speak through some wider impacts of energy deficit, beyond those that are physical. The key takeaways are:1. Cognitive impacts 2. Emotional impacts3. Identity shifts4. Social impacts5. Motivation & frenzied living6. Intolerance to empty time7. Elevated pre-existing characteristics / sensitivities 8. Living for tomorrow
How To Cope With Bloating In Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss navigating physical discomforts in recovery. The key takeaways are:The body recalibrating is not a linear pathwayRest Warmth Eating regularity Comfortable clothingPrioritise recovery (and full nutritional rehabilitation)Permit cave bear mode!
How Do I Stop Tracking Food But Make Sure I Still Eat Enough?
In this episode Emily and Han discuss tools to stop monitoring and micromanaging your intake. The key takeaways are:Be honest. Consider if worrying about not eating enough is ACTUALLY the reason behind you tracking, or if it is actually an exertion of control to ensure not 'too much'.Use a minimum backbone structure, not maximums or ceilings Ensure eating regularity Focus on density within
When Will My Constant Longing For Food Go Away?
In this first episode of 2026, Han and Emily discuss the alleviation of food preoccupation. The key takeaways are:Constant hunger and food thoughts are a biological consequence of restrictionLong term consistent permission is essential Honouring the ‘what’ and ‘the how much’There is no timeline, but there is a patternBe curious about a lack of longingLean into the wisdom of your bodyThank you so m
What Do I Do If Another Year Has Gone By & I Haven’t Fully Recovered?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss how to react to recognising that you aren't fully recovered yet. The key takeaway points are:Let yourself feel.Be in the Now, with compassionReflect on what’s missing from your recovery Reflect on what has helped you so farViewing recovery as journey Recovery doesn’t expire. But you can and must act now, in the moment.
How Do I Use The RAVES Model To Support My Recovery?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how the RAVES model builds safety in the body first, flexibility second, and spontaneity last. The framework discussed in sequence is:RegularityAdequacyVarietyEating SociallySpontaneity
Why Am I Obsessed with Researching Christmas Food?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss researching food. The key takeaways are:Obsession coming from a place of deficiency. It is a signal and symptom.Tune in to what, when and how much your obsession is guiding you towards. The illusion of control driven by ED.Don't pre-empt that periods of food abundance must be a bad thingAim to expand your window of permission We are so excited to launch t
How Do I Avoid Falling Into New Ruts & Routines In Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss keeping out of disordered ruts through recovery. The main takeaways from this conversation are:Energy deficiency exacerbates a propensity to fall into pattensStart your day boldlyMake radical shiftsBe reactive (e.g., weekly reflective check-in)Be proactive (e.g., set specific intentions)Equip your support system with clarity of intentions and permission to ho
How Do I Make Enough Time To Eat On A Busy Day?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss making recovery work when life is busy. The key takeaways are:Recovery prioritisationEnsure that ED version of recovery isn’t being fit in (e.g., rituals)Ensure energy densityChallenge perfectionism Set yourself up to winScheduling in times to pauseEating on-the-goRelying on convenience options Get off the ED conveyer belt of time filling behaviours
How Do I Stop Looking At Food In The Way ED Wants Me To?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss rewiring perception towards food - away from calories and rules. The main takeaways from this episode are:Action change“Where your attention goes, your energy flows" Checking your language Ensure your (online) environment is recovery aligned Be patient
How Do I Deal With Feeling Exhausted/ Tired/ Achey in Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss physical fatigue in recovery. The key take aways are:Challenge the judgement Respect what’s happening Bring in self-compassion Tune into what is most restful for youContinue to nourish consistently Know that being passive is a bold actionBe proactive in seeking out areas to slow down (e.g., look for simplification of any life obligations)
Is My Compulsive Movement An Extreme Hunger Distraction or Mental Hunger Cover Up?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss compulsive movement being used as a distraction from hunger. The key takeaways are:The timeless importance of honesty If in doubt, actSeeking confirmation of extreme hunger = hungerFear of reduced permission Analysing your relationship with restAdapt To Flee Famine perspectiveUnlearning patterns of avoidance
What Do I Do When I’m Hungry But Don’t Have Any Particular Cravings?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss actioning recovery-aligned eating in the absence of specific cravings. The key actionable points are:Ask yourself; is the absence of specific cravings actually a desire for everything?Just start, with adequacy at the foundationChildhood favourites Appealing sensory qualities ED disapproved and ED oppositional Anti-perfection Abundant and energy dense Past cur
What Are the Most Useful Recovery Resources?
In this episode, Emily and Han make a few announcements, as well as talking through some essential recovery support channels. The key resources mentioned here are:Tabitha Farrar’s ‘Neural Rewiring for Eating Disorder Recovery’ and ‘Fear of Weight Gain’ bookHelly Barnes ‘Addicted To Energy Deficit’ bookChris @Sevenhealthcompany - InstagramDr. Jennifer Gaudiani's work, in particular her ‘Medical
What Can You Do to Make Your Body and Brain Feel Safe?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss regulating techniques in recovery. The key takeaways from this episode are:The goal isn't to be regulated all the timeSafety comes through lifestyle changeStarvation is chronically stressful for the bodyThe value of predictability and consistency Recovery aligned nature timeSlowing down Safe connectionBreathing exercisesGrounding techniques Nourishment
What Should I Do If I’m Weight Restored, Look Healthy and Eat Things But Am Not Free?
In this episode, Emily & Han discuss how to push forward with recovery irrespective of level of physical healing. The key take aways are:Fully renourished is something your body decides, not your judgement.Reach out for supportAsk yourself: what would I say to somebody else in this position?Eating ‘the things’ does not mean full permission to eat. Acknowledge where you are now. Only entertain
How Do I Cope With Seeing Restrictive Behaviours in Friends In Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss how to navigate seeing people around you restrict their food intake. The key takeaways are:Focus on your own path and your own sphere of influence Recognise what emotions are arising: comparison, jealousy, frustration, fearSet boundaries that protect and promote your recoveryNurture other relationships with people who have a joyful relationship with food.Not
How Do I Get Unstuck From Following A 3 Meal 3 Snack Plan?
In this episode, Han & Emily discuss abundant eating beyond a baseline structure. The key takeaways are:A desire to stick to the plan is often related to fear of “too much".Spearhead whatever the ED deems as ‘excessive’ / 'unnecessary'. View any structure as a minimum. If it isn’t viewed in this way, it is diet plan.Baseline meal plans must be boldly recovery wise.Pay attention to the importan
Is It Harder To Recover As An Adult?
In this episode, Emily and Han are joined by fellow recovery coach Claire (@omnomclaire). The key takeaways from this episode are:Best time for recovery is always NowRewiring can happen at any ageExperience and understanding of your ED can be weaponisedHonesty about responsibilities; where can you delegate, seek more support with, where can you release?Autonomy is a benefitYour ‘new’ identity will
How Do I Navigate Alcohol in Recovery and Beyond?
In this episode, Han and Emily speak through the topic of alcohol consumption whilst in recovery, and in life beyond. The key takeaways areReconnect with your core self and valuesAct with the next best step for your recovery in mindProtect and promote your recovery agendaLook at the reason behind the resistance (e.g., ED fear)Focus on what your CANYour brain is watching and learningValidating your
Should I Finish Everything On My Plate Regardless Of If I Am Still Hungry or Not?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss the necessity of honesty and commitment when assessing full satisfaction.If in doubt, eat!Fullness is not the same as satiation.Full commitment -> simplification.Well fed is best.You are the expert on you.
How Do I Deal With Feeling Behind in Life Due To My ED?
In this episode Han and Emily talk through feeling behind. The main takeaways are:Feel your feelings (RAINN)Fulfilment / goals are subjectiveSocietal timelines are not mandated, nor necessarily reflective of you leading with authenticity.Social media offers mere glimpses into a curated life - rarely showing the full picture: struggles, sacrifices.Take ownership of your role as the pilot of your li
How Do I Deal with Food Decision Paralysis?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss making decisions in recovery. The key takeaway points are:It is ok to want everything. This is so often the root cause of paralysis.Do not attempt to please both (ED and recovery). This is impossible.Utilise the concept of ‘and’ not ‘or’Remember: there is no upper ceiling Utilise quick, convenient and ED unapproved Go-To’s.Challenge ED driven perfectionism Ab
How Important Is Food Quantity in Recovery?
In this episode Han and Emily discuss food quantity in recovery. The key takeaways from this episode are:The RAVES model showcases how formative adequacy is for all other aspects of your healingAdequacy and abundance of food is at the foundation of neural rewiringYour body feeling safe from famine largely depends on food abundanceVolume eating of non-recovery aligned foods is not the same as food
How Do I Prioritise Recovery Alongside Studies?
In this episode, Emily & Han discuss how to make recovery work whilst studying. The key takeaways from this episode are:Position recovery at no.1 of your to-do list Remember that your health is at foundation of everything elseDo not continuously adopt the ‘I just need to get through this’ delay tacticSee this as an opportunity to head towards Ed unapproved (e.g., messiness, convenience, rush)C
What Should I Keep Close In My Mind Whilst I Take The Leap Into Full Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily speak through an array of reminders that were important to hold close when diving into a committed recovery. The key takeaways are…Surrendering involves consistently doing. Even in the presence of doubt.Doing good often doesn’t feel good.Your brain doesn’t have to be on board.Neuroscience and psychology tells us the brain is wired for familiarity and survival, not jo
What Are The Most Important Things a Recovery Buddy Should Know About Recovery?
“What Are The Most Important Things a Recovery Buddy Should Know About Recovery?”In this episode, Emily and Han speak through advice for a recovery buddy who is supporting a healing journey. The key take away points are…- Get to know the basics about recovery in order to be able to provide grounding advice that reconnects your loved one with their healthy self (see rec. resources)- Stand by their
When Do I Start Eating Normally Again?
In this episode Han and Emily discuss beginning to eat 'normally' again.The key takeaways are:'Normal' according to who?'Recovery eating' may not actually be all that different to Recovered eating.Normalisation happens gradually as your body begins to trust you. There is no neat timeline.Focus on what you CAN do.Just like other resources that it might be deficient in, your body does know how to re
Is It Normal To Feel Safer Eating At Home Than When Out?
discusspermission to eat in the home environment.The key takeaways from this episode are:Hungry mammals are not social mammalsIs the safety of home serving the true you or is it actually serving the ED?How much the ED weaves into so many aspects of ones lifeAre you allowing exposure to things that hold resistance around You are not supposed to be pleasing the ED
How Do I Navigate Being Ill/Sick in Recovery?
In this episode, Han & Emily discuss navigating illnesses such as flu or a stomach bug whilst in recovery. The key takeaway points are:ED thoughts can intensify in a low energy state.Listen out for the whispers of honest desire and direction.Do not allow ED to piggy back on ‘standard advice’.REST. REST. REST.Take insights from this experience, using it to identify vulnerabilities.Use the wealt
How Do I Navigate Recovery Whilst Travelling?
In this episode, Emily & Han discuss recovery whilst travelling, holidaying and day-tripping. The key points are:View the holiday as an opportunity Do not delay or postpone commitment Food abundance is not related to movement levelsEmbrace the culture AND bring snacks to support youPractice in advance Prioritise being in recovery - ensure that your trip is recovery-wise.
How Do I Deal With Fear and Doubt About Life Beyond Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss dealing with anxiety about the future - beyond recovery. Whilst it can be exciting to have freedom awaiting ahead, it is not at all uncommon to have emotions of hesitancy, fear and trepidation opposing these.The key discussion points in this episode are:Focus on The Now.Recovery itself equips you to navigate tough life things Your worthiness of support does
What If My Hunger Is ONLY Mental?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss the validity of mental hunger. The key takeaway points are:Respect that your body knows what its doingMental hunger is not a ‘lesser hunger’Mental hunger is coming from a physiological place.Your body has no malicious intention. Whatever, whenever, how much ever
How Do I Shift Away From Thinking About Weight Gain in Recovery?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how to move your attention away from thinking about weight gain in recovery.The key takeaways are:View weight restoration to an unsurpassed point non-negotiable. You cannot accept what you are seeking to side-stepStop weight gain avoidant behaviours.You cannot suggest to your brain that weight gain is safe when still doing weight gain avoidant behaviours that
Is Intuitive Eating a Good Idea in Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss Intuitive Eating. The key takeaways are: Allowing intuition to guide us involves letting out body perform unconsciously. Therefore, there is a paradox in consciously deciding to begin to doing Intuitive Eating. Intuition is distorted by fear. Following your hunger and fullness is not necessarily safe to do in recovery, when these cues are very likely warped
How Do I Juggle Life Responsibilities With The Need To Rest?
In this episode Han and Emily discuss how to navigate life commitments & responsibilities whilst honouring the recovery commitment to rest.The key talking points are:honestydelegationallowing help inshelvingprioritising healing
How Do I Know If I Am Still Restricting in Recovery?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how to identify the signs that you are still restricting.
The key takeaways from this episode are:
Getting brutally honest
Tuning into mental hunger
Identifying personal markers of scarcity
Acting, even if in doubt
Acting, without trying to convince/justify your actions to your ED first
Thanks so much for listening in! 🎺
If I Honour My Hunger, Do I Still Eat My Meals and Snacks?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how to honour hunger fully and completely around formal baseline meal times.
The key areas covered here are:
Simplicity of the message that your brain & body needs to receive
Direct opposite actions
Demonstrate consistency food availability for neural rewiring & physiological safety
Leave no doubt
remain in The Now of your recovery
Since
How Do I Overcome My Fear Of Not Eating or Being "Healthy" in Recovery
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss the topic of health and the need to redefine it as you embark on recovery. The key takeaways are:
health is multifactorial - it involves social, mental, spiritual and social components
health is highly individualised.
overall health is determined by an array of factors, far beyond just behaviour
recovery (listening to bodily cues) is NOT anti-health
Is It Normal to Struggle with Sleep in ED Recovery?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss the key sleep disrupters in recovery.
These include:
Hunger - which does not discriminate between night and daytime
Exercise addiction / productivity drive - letting yourself sleep enough is often as tightly bound up with self-punishing defaults as letting yourself eating enough
Heightened anxiety and stress - from the recovery process
Physical effects o
What Is It Really Like To Have Extreme Hunger?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss how extreme hunger is:
A unique experience,
Physically AND mentally experienced,
Often quite confusing
Perhaps quite emotionally changeable (e.g., exciting/isolating/boring)
Thank you so much for listening though 2024. We really love recording these episodes and look forward to continuing next year.
How Do I Embrace Festivities & Improve Flexibility Whilst Being on a Meal Plan?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how to allow yourself to get involved in festivities when you are using a meal plan in your recovery. The key takeaways from the episode are:
Meal plans should be used as a minimum baseline. NOT a maximum.
The complication comes from ED involvement.
Take hold of opportunities that present themself to you
Be bold with your permission and don’t wait fo
Is It Normal to Look Forward to a Certain Event Because of the Food, Rather Than Dreading it?
In this episode, Han & Emily discuss the normality of looking forward to food occasions - both in and after recovery. Food is a wonderful facilitator for connection socially, culturally and mentally. The key take away from this episode is:
It is ok to enjoy food! There is no gold medal for those who insist they don't!
An undernourished brain and body naturally prioritises food. For it to co
Is It Normal To Feel Hungry & Sick Of Food at the Same Time?
In this episode, Emily and Han explore how to navigate responding to hunger when food seems to be losing its appeal. The key takeaways from this episode are:
Get honest: Are you playing a role in food feeling monotonous?
A mental drive for food is an equally valid cue to eat as a physical prompt.
A body healing from deficit does not immediately return to normalcy.
Where possible, release
What Can I Do To Avoid Feeling So Rubbish In Recovery?
In this episode Han and Emily discuss how to cope with the mental discomfort caused by engaging in recovery.
The key take aways are
Self-compassion is a non-negotiable
Choose your hard
Being bold(er) is better
Release yourself to the process
We hope you enjoy this episode !
How Can I Deal With Loneliness in Recovery?
In this episode, Emily and Han talk about experiencing loneliness and isolation in the healing journey. The key takeaways are:
Cave Bear Mode isn't social mode
ED is the problem, not recovery
Connection Is facilitated by renourishment
Detachment is upheld by undernourishment
As always, thank you so much for listening.
Is it Normal to Get Anxiety When NOT Eating in Recovery?
In this episode, Emily and Han share their experiences of how anxiety arose in the absence of food. Contrary to the expected perspective that somebody with a restrictive eating disorder does not wish to be around food, an undernourished body quite rightfully welcomes being in an area of food abundance.
Actioning this food abundance in order to reaffirm the unconditional availability of food is es
How Do I Better Identify The ED Voice?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how to separate your true healthy self from the ED.
The key takeaway points are:
- Time & Practice
- The Question: 'Who is Talking Here?'
- Identifying the ED's agenda and common suggestions
- Externalising the situation from yourself, and considering the advice that you would offer others.
- Nutritional rehabilitation
Does Eating A Lot At Night Mean I Am Not Eating Enough In The Day?
In this episode Han and Emily discuss providing consistent permission to eat to your brain. The key areas of discussion are:
Shan Guisinger's 'Adapt To Flee Famine Response'
Applying the concept of 'and' not 'or'
Acknowledging the alleviation of deficit doesn't happen immediately
Focusing on Adequacy AND Variety
Reducing judgement
Do I Have to Eat Things I Don’t Like or Want in Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss food preference. The conversation centres around the importance of:
1) Removing food from the pedestal of perfection
2) Exploring YOUR preferences and dislikes from your ED's preferences and dislikes
3) Being open and curious
What Support Did You Find Helpful In Your Recovery?
In this episode, Han and Emily discuss what help was most useful from those around them.
Han speaks about the need for an external sense of urgency, repetition of reminders, tolerance of ED anguish, presence and steering conversations away from triggers. Emily speaks about standing your ground being the most caring act, the value of the separation of ED self and healthy self, proactive practical
What Are The 3 Best Things About Full Recovery? 2024 edition
Welcome back to the UnrestrictED podcast after our summer break!
This week, Emily and Han revisit a question: What are the 3 best things about a fully recovered life?
Thank you so much for being here. We are in the process of battling some teething issues with our software, so please do bare with us if you notice any irregularities with the sound quality.
How Do I Make My Meals More Recovery Wise?
In this final episode of the season, Emily and Han discuss actionable steps to upgrade meals. Grab a pen and paper and jot down the areas which feel relevant to you. Where could you be adding in abundance? Remember, this is so incredibly necessary for both physical and neural healing!
How Do I Stop Hoarding Food?
In this episode Emily and Han discuss the tendency to hoard or conserve resources when in a low energy state. The key takeaway from this episode is: don’t symptom bash - instead, alleviate the malnutrition and perception of scarcity!
How Do I Deal With Comparison To My Husband’s Intake?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how comparison and hyper-vigilance of other people’s food intake frequently derives from mental hunger. The key takeaway from this episode is: remain in your own lane, return to your own cues and apply direct opposite actions.
Should I Weightlift During Recovery?
In this episode Emily and Han discuss weightlifting in recovery. As ever, the topics of neural rewiring and physical healing arise, with conversations focussing on the need for reducing unnecessary risks that may end up extending the healing period.
What Did The Day You Went ‘All In’ Look Like?
In this episode Han and Emily discuss their plunge into ‘all in’ recovery. The key focus of the conversation on stopping waiting of the perfect day. In truth, a change process like ED recovery doesn’t happen via one corner turned, but a consistent recommitment to the process as you progress forward; you do better as you know better.
How Do I Handle Recovery In Summer?
In this episode, Emily and Han discuss navigating recovery during the warmer summer months. The key conversations centre around heat, movement and body image. The key take away from this episode is the necessity for short-term tolerance for long term freedom.
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