Trigger warning: Anorexia, perfectionism, panic attacks

Body image disorders can occur for a number of reasons and can slip quietly and insidiously into our lives through a number of ways.

One space that can often make it hard to identify the issue is the sport and fitness space. Afterall, there is never a straight black line that determines what is and isn’t too much.

On this episode we’ll be speaking to Dr. Kelly Kessler, a licensed physical therapist, transformation coach, host of the podcast Rewiring Health, the owner of Optimal You Health and Wellness, LLC and a mom of two boys. Inspired by her own journey of recovering from persistent negative thoughts, perfectionist beliefs, an eating disorder, chronic back pain, and panic attacks, Kelly has helped women harness their profound ability to shift from survival mode to thriving.

In this episode Dr Kelly Kessler shares:

• The way that her eating disorder snuck into her life through athleticism without her realising
• How her eating disorder had a profound impact on her life, both physically and mentally.
• The way the stress from her eating disorder contributed to chronic back pain and other physical issues.
• The perfectionist mentality she has that made her constantly feel inadequate and pushed her too hard without allowing for rest.
• How perfectionism played a role in her eating disorder and the subsequent physical and mental struggles she experienced.
• The moment she started experiencing panic attacks
• The importance of putting herself first and practicing self-care.
• The significant role that gratitude and mindfulness played in her recovery.

Key Quotes

“Stress is a huge producer of pain.”

“What’s the smallest action from today, that can move you forward.”

“No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it.”

More about Dr. Kelly Kessler

Podcast:

🎙️@rewiringhealthpodcast

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Website:

www.optimalyouhealthandwellness.com

YouTube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@drkellykessler

Instagram:

@drkellyKessler

More about the podcast

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If you want to find out more about what Ali does, check out her business via the website:

http://www.trialtitudeperformance.com.au

For her other business you can find it through the websites:

www.altitudefitnessarmidale.com.au

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@Altitudefitnessarmidale

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