Fly To Freedom: The anorexia recovery podcast

Are you wondering if true freedom from an eating disorder is possible? In this episode, I sit down with Chris Sandel, founder of Seven Health, who has dedicated his career to helping people find lasting freedom. Together, we explore why “full recovery” is achievable and what’s really necessary to reach it.

In this epic episode, Chris shares how recovery goes beyond just eating or following rigid rules. We dive into the common traps people fall into—like waiting to feel ready or trying to negotiate with the eating disorder. This episode offers a fresh perspective on building resilience, letting go of control, and finding true self-compassion. It keeps giving, right to the end, so keep listening!

Here’s what you’ll gain:

Listen now, and if this resonates, join my email community for daily mantras and a free recovery guide to support your path.

If this episode spoke to you, take the next step toward freedom. Both Chris and I can help you.

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Have you ever wondered why fighting against your natural weight feels like a losing battle during anorexia recovery?

If you've been struggling with the exhausting cycle of weight control and dieting, this episode uncovers why understanding your body's set point weight could be the missing piece in your recovery.

Letting go of unrealistic weight expectations might just lead to the peace and freedom you've been searching for.

Ready to start trusting your body and move closer to freedom? Listen now and join my email community for daily mantras to keep you on track and get my free guide to recovery.

If this episode resonated with you, take the next step toward freedom—I’m here to help you.For my gold standard 1:1 coaching, reach out to me here: https://juliatrehane.com/begin-your-recovery/

I also offer lots of free resources:Sign up to receive daily mantras and my free recovery guide when you join my email community. You can do this here

Follow me on Instagram for lots of helpful tips @juliatrehaneDon’t forget to follow this podcast and if you enjoyed it, give it a lovely review, as this helps other people benefit from it too!

Have you ever wondered how self-compassion could radically transform your relationship with your body and food? Join me and Marla Mervis Hartman as we explore this transformative journey in today's episode.

In this insightful conversation, we focus on overcoming the struggles many face in anorexia recovery, such as negative body image and food-related anxieties. If you've been stuck in a cycle of self-criticism or searching for a way to make peace with your body, this episode will give you practical tools and guidance to move forward with compassion and confidence.

Listeners will gain:

Marla Mervis Hartman, creator of Love Your Body, Love Yourself, shares her personal story of overcoming years of food and body image struggles. She has dedicated her life to helping women embrace their bodies and live with confidence. Her new book, Be-Friend Yourself, is a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their self-compassion journey. You can order it

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Explore her other offerings on her website and connect with her on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Take the next step in your recovery by signing up for my daily mantra emails, designed to keep you on track with daily inspiration. When you join, you'll also receive my free recovery guide to support your journey toward healing.

If this episode resonated with you, take the next step toward freedom—I’m here to help you.For my gold standard 1:1 coaching, reach out to me here: https://juliatrehane.com/begin-your-recovery/.

I also offer lots of free resources:

Take the next step in your recovery by signing up for my Daily Love emails, designed to keep you on track with daily inspiration. When you join, you'll also receive my free recovery guide to support your journey toward healing.

Follow me on Instagram for lots of helpful tips @juliatrehane.

Don’t forget to follow this podcast and if you enjoyed it, give it a lovely review, as this helps others benefit from it too!

Are you tired of battling those relentless negative thoughts during anorexia recovery? Discover why they show up and how to quiet them in this episode.

If you're in recovery, you know that negative thoughts can feel like they sabotage every step forward. In this episode, we'll explore why these thoughts arise and what you can do to stop them from holding you back, giving you the tools to finally make progress and regain control of your mental space.

Sign up to my email list for daily mantras to keep you on the right track and get your free recovery guide—start your journey to freedom today. 

If this episode resonated with you, take the next step toward freedom—I’m here to help you.For my gold standard 1:1 coaching, reach out to me here: https://juliatrehane.com/begin-your-recovery/I also offer lots of free resources: sign up to receive daily mantras and my free recovery guide when you join my email community. You can do this here.Follow me on Instagram for lots of helpful tips @juliatrehaneDon’t forget to follow this podcast and if you enjoyed it, give it a lovely review, as this helps other people benefit from it too!

Are you ready to be inspired by a real story of hope and complete freedom from anorexia?

If you or someone you love is struggling with anorexia recovery, this episode with a previous client, Madison Meyer will resonate deeply. Madison's powerful and inspiring journey from the dark depths of an eating disorder to living a life full of happiness, self-compassion, and freedom shows that recovery is possible. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who feels trapped and longs to break free from the grip of anorexia.

In this episode, you will learn:

Listen to the full episode and sign up for our email list to receive daily mantras that keep you on track, plus my free guide to recovery—your first step to true freedom.

If this episode resonated with you, take the next step toward freedom—I’m here to help you.For my gold standard 1:1 coaching, reach out to me here: https://juliatrehane.com/begin-your-recovery/

I also offer lots of free resources:Sign up to receive daily mantras and my free recovery guide when you join my email community. You can do this here.Follow me on Instagram for lots of helpful tips @juliatrehane.Don’t forget to follow this podcast and if you enjoyed it, give it a lovely review, as this helps other people benefit from it too!

Why do you feel stuck in your recovery from anorexia?
If you’ve been on the recovery journey but still find yourself struggling with brain fog, anxiety, or feeling like you can’t move forward, this episode is for you.

We go deep into the science of how nutrition impacts mental clarity, and why food is the missing key to lifting the fog that keeps you stuck.

This episode will help you understand why the process feels so hard and how nourishing your body can actually shift your mindset and help you recover.

You will gain valuable insights into why malnutrition creates mental fog and emotional chaos, making recovery feel overwhelming. You’ll also learn how proper nutrition, especially carbohydrates, can help your brain function properly, leading to better decision-making and focus.

Lastly, this episode shows you how to start nourishing your brain for long-term clarity and emotional balance, allowing you to take meaningful steps toward recovery.

If this episode resonated with you, take the next step toward freedom—I’m here to help you.

For my gold standard 1:1 coaching, reach out to me here:

I also offer lots of free resources:
Sign up to receive daily mantras and my free recovery guide when you join my email community. You can do this here.

Follow me on Instagram for lots of helpful tips @juliatrehane.

Don’t forget to follow this podcast and if you enjoyed it, give it a lovely review, as this helps other people benefit from it too!

Could unresolved trauma be at the root of your eating disorder?

Many people with eating disorders may not realize the connection between their behaviors and past trauma. In this episode, I chat with psychologist and author Dr. Giulia Suro about how unaddressed trauma can fuel eating disorders, leaving many struggling with deep-rooted issues while only treating surface-level symptoms.

For those on a journey to anorexia recovery, this episode is a must-listen as it uncovers the often-overlooked link between trauma and eating disorders.

If you've ever felt like you've been "treating the symptoms" without seeing lasting recovery, this conversation will give you new insights and hope for true healing.

Dr. Julia Sorrow, shares her personal experiences working with trauma survivors and explains how trauma-informed care is critical for treating eating disorders effectively.

You’ll gain these key insights from the episode:

Ready to begin your own journey toward lasting anorexia recovery? Sign up for our daily mantra emails to stay grounded and receive my free recovery guide today!

Dr. Giulia Suro is a psychologist and researcher specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. She is the author of Learning to Thrive, a popular and accessible ACT workbook.  Click on the link below to order her book from Amazon.

In addition to her outpatient clinical practice in Washington DC, she is the Director of Research and Clinical Outcomes for Monte Nido, a leading eating disorder treatment conglomerate.

Her  2019 workbook Learning to Thrive, is highly regarded in the field. She regularly contributes to The Journal of Eating Disorders and European Eating Disorder Review.

See below for a piece she recently wrote for Psyche about the link between eating disorders and trauma.https://psyche.co/ideas/the-important-link-between-eating-disorders-and-past-trauma

You can visit her website here: http://www.giuliasuro.com

Buy Giulia’s book - Learn to Thrive from 

Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.com 

If this episode resonated with you, take the next step toward freedom—I’m here to help you. For my gold standard 1:1 coaching, reach out to me here: https://juliatrehane.com/begin-your-recovery/

I also offer lots of free resources: sign up to receive daily mantras and my free recovery guide when you join my email community. You can do this here. Follow me on Instagram for lots of helpful tips @juliatrehane

Don’t forget to follow this podcast and if you enjoyed it, give it a lovely review, as this helps other people benefit from it too!

Why do so many of us feel like we’re not good enough, no matter how hard we try?

In this episode, we tackle a common struggle in anorexia recovery—the feeling of inadequacy. You’ll learn how early conditioning and societal pressures contribute to the belief that you’re not enough, and why overcoming this mindset is key to recovery. Whether you're working through your recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into changing those deeply ingrained beliefs.

Start building your inner strength today—sign up to receive daily mantras that will keep you focused on your recovery journey, along with my free recovery guide!

If this episode resonated with you, take the next step toward freedom—I’m here to help you.

For my gold standard 1:1 coaching, reach out to me here: https://juliatrehane.com/begin-your-recovery/.

I also offer lots of free resources:There is a more in depth, scientific deep dive on this subject here

Sign up to receive daily mantras and my free recovery guide when you join my email community. You can do this here.

Follow me on Instagram for lots of helpful tips @juliatrehane.

Don’t forget to follow this podcast and if you enjoyed it, give it a lovely review, as this helps other people benefit from it too!

Are you constantly on high alert? Are you always anxious?

In this episode of 'Fly to Freedom: The Anorexia Recovery Podcast,' I share insights on how to cope with fear, guilt, and anxiety during the recovery journey from restrictive eating disorders. 

I discuss the constant state of anxiety experienced by those with eating disorders, the overwhelming feelings of facing new fears during recovery, and how to acknowledge and move through fear and anxiety without fighting it. 

I emphasise the importance of self-compassion, rewriting the stories we tell ourselves, and practical steps to embrace and release fear. 

Additionally, I offer an exercise to help listeners feel and understand their anxiety, and encourages rewarding oneself as part of the recovery process.

00:00 Introduction to Coping with Fear, Guilt, and Anxiety in Recovery

00:52 Understanding the Fear-Based Life in Eating Disorders

02:58 Facing Fears in Recovery

04:46 Welcoming Fear and Anxiety

10:18 Daily Love Emails for Positivity

11:36 Exercise: Acknowledging and Allowing Fear

13:34 Rewriting the Stories Attached to Fear

20:14 Taking Recovery Actions Despite Fear

22:23 Conclusion and Encouragement

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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:

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.

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