Rachel's journey is a moving story of a woman battling an eating disorder, living a life marked by self-imposed rituals and a yearning for perfection. Her transformation begins upon meeting Julia Trehane, a compassionate recovery coach. With newfound understanding and support, Rachel learns to embrace self-love and acceptance, slowly dismantling the chains of her disorder. This tale is an intimate exploration of her struggles, growth, and ultimate triumph over the demons of self-image.

A huge welcome to my wonderful guest Suzanne Manser who is joining me today to talk about body neutrality.

Suzanne Manser, PhD is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Portland, Oregon. She has specialized in working with people with eating disorders since 1999. She also specializes in working with folks with anxiety. 

In addition to her work as a therapist, Dr. Manser has served as the director of a clinic, an instructor at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and a board member. She has given numerous invited talks on understanding and treating people with eating disorders.

Dr. Manser is on a mission to help us all accept ourselves. To that end, she writes a blog and has two upcoming books: I Hate You: A Love Letter to My Mother. Healing Paper Cuts, Mother Wounds, and Intergenerational Pain and a guided journal titled, I Hate You: A Love Letter to My Mother. A Journal for Healing Your Mother Wound and Transforming Your Life.

Website: https://suzannemanserphd.com/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/drsuzannemanser/

Self-love is like that warm, cozy hug you give yourself every day. It's about accepting and embracing who you are, flaws and all, because let's face it, nobody's perfect! It's reminding yourself that you are worthy of kindness, compassion, and happiness. Taking care of yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally is an act of self-love. So go ahead and indulge in your favorite hobbies, treat yourself to something nice, or simply give yourself a break when you need it. Remember, you're amazing just the way you are, and loving yourself is the key to living a fulfilled and happy life.

Today I have the absolute pleasure of talking to Debbie about how recovery really is truly possible for anyone.

Debbie Lesko is a 67 year old grandmother whose passion is to educate people of all ages, sizes, race, sexual identity of the dangers of diet culture and the societal ideals to keep everyone thin.

She fights the mainstream ideals with her page – Diets don’t work on Facebook as well as on Instagram

She currently has about 50,000 followers who look forward to her newest posts.

She has been on podcasts and taught at seminars as well as writes articles for magazines and has her own blog on her webpage.

As a survivor of anorexia and drug addiction she has the lived experience to share her ideas with the world. Her recovery from drugs and anorexia has been her driving force to share her recovery with others. “If I can inspire one person it will all be worth it.”

Dining with the Debbie’s

Wednesday at 1:30 mountain standard time (MST)

With

@Diets_dont_work_haes1

@bodyacceptance_coach

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https://diets-dont-work.net/

I managed to persuade my husband Dave to come back on the podcast this week and we answered some questions sent in by you lovely listeners. 

Thankyou so much for the amazing questions and I hope you enjoy listening to the episode as much as we enjoyed recording it  

Limiting beliefs are like weights that hold us back from reaching our full potential. They are the stories we tell ourselves, often rooted in fear and self-doubt. But here's the thing: we have the power to let them go.

By acknowledging these beliefs and challenging their validity, we can break free from their grip.

Let go of those limiting beliefs and watch yourself soar to new heights.

This is a special episode with one of my incredible clients who has bravely volunteered to be coached on the podcast so that her journey may help others on theirs.

Thank you so much Claire for being such an amazing human 🙏🏼 I’m so proud of you ❤️

Recovering from anorexia can be a challenging journey, especially when it comes to re-establishing a healthy relationship with food.

In this solo podcast, we will explore various aspects of eating in anorexia recovery; addressing common concerns and offering helpful insights.

Remember, you are not alone in this process, and I am here to support you every step of the way.

This week is a very special chat.....with my husband!

We delve deep into the challenging journey of supporting a loved one through anorexia recovery.

Recovering from an eating disorder often affects the people around them; friends and family who play a crucial role in their recovery, but their voices are rarely heard. Those in recovery rarely hear and have an opportunity to understand how their condition affects the people around them.

If you're a spouse or partner navigating the complexities of supporting someone through anorexia recovery, or if you simply want to gain a deeper understanding of this critical aspect of mental health, join us as we uncover our story of love, courage, and resilience that lie at the heart of this episode which is a testament to the power of love in the face of adversity and the strength that emerges from supporting a loved one on the path to healing.

In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative journey of becoming your own best friend and valuing your true worth.

Tune in to this empowering episode unraveling the secrets to becoming your own best friend and valuing your value. Let’s uncover the incredible potential that lies within you and cultivate a deep-rooted sense of self-love and self-appreciation.

Remember, you are deserving of love, kindness, and respect from yourself. Join me on this transformative journey, and let's embark on the path towards embracing your worth and becoming the best friend you've always needed.