Fly To Freedom: The anorexia recovery podcast

Episode 77: You already have what's needed to recover.


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How can the traits that once fueled your eating disorder become the tools that guide your recovery?

Many of the traits that drive eating disorders, like perfectionism, determination, and empathy, can be repurposed to aid in healing. If you’ve ever felt that your best qualities were your biggest obstacles, this episode shows you how to shift that mindset. Whether you’re struggling with rigid thinking or obsessive behaviors, we’re diving into how you can turn these traits into your greatest strengths for recovery.

Listeners will learn how to:

  1. Harness determination to pursue recovery with the same energy once used for restriction.

  2. Reframe perfectionism from a drive toward control to a path toward progress.

  3. Balance empathy by setting boundaries and prioritizing self-compassion in recovery.

  4. There is a more detailed, scientific blog available on this subject on my blog page

    00:00 Introduction to Fly To Freedom

    02:06 Harnessing Determination for Recovery

    10:57 Transforming Perfectionism into Progress

    17:02 Repurposing People Pleasing for Self-Care

    24:10 Overcoming Black and White Thinking

    42:06 Redirecting OCD Behaviors for Balance

    49:14 Conclusion and Encouragement

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    Are you ready to recover?. 

    My Gold Standard service is 1:1 coaching, where we work together to tailor your recovery, using these traits like determination and perfectionism as tools for progress. Personalized guidance helps you transform those seemingly “negative” qualities into strengths that fuel your recovery.

    But I understand that 1:1 coaching isn’t always the first step. That’s why I offer free resources like my daily email mantras, designed to keep you on track with bite-sized inspiration each day. My podcast dives deeper into these topics, offering you the support and knowledge you need to keep moving forward.

    Recovery is possible—and you already have the traits to make it happen. Let’s repurpose them to build a life you’re proud of.

    Resources:

    • Accompanying Blog
    • Website: juliatrehane.com
      • Instagram: @juliatrehane
        • Podcast: Available on all major platforms
          • Daily Mantras: Sign up for daily email mantras and my free guide to recovery
          • Book Recommendation:
          • Self Compassion by Dr Kristin Neff (UK Amazon site)
          • Self Compassion by Dr Kristin Neff⁠ (USA Amazon site)


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