In this week’s podcast, Han is joined by Vedica Podar. Vedica is a passionate Advocate and Ambassador for Mental Health and Wellbeing. Besides being the Founder of Kangaroo Minds and Sport Beats Stigma, Vedica is a qualified Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aider, Active Listener, Suicide Gatekeeper, and soft-skills trainer.This week, we discuss:<ul><li>What is Diwali & what does it mean to Vedica as a Hindu?</li><li>Why might Diwali be difficult for someone with disordered eating?</li><li>Why commenting on someone's body image or food intake is normalised.</li><li>Vedica's tips for navigating Diwali when struggling with an eating disorder.</li><li>How you can support a loved one in their recovery from an eating disorder during Diwali.</li><li>What changes need to occur within Indian culture in order to reduce the stigma around mental health and open up conversations.</li></ul>To find out more about Vedica, you can find them on Instagram & Twitter @kangaroominds or @vedica_podar, or on Facebook and LinkedIn as Kangaroo Minds.Kindly note, that this episode delves into sensitive eating disorder topics. Remember to take care of yourself while listening, and always seek professional help if needed. This podcast is your bridge to insightful discussions, not a substitute for clinical guidance.

In this week’s podcast, Han is joined by Vedica Podar. Vedica is a passionate Advocate and Ambassador for Mental Health and Wellbeing. Besides being the Founder of Kangaroo Minds and Sport Beats Stigma, Vedica is a qualified Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aider, Active Listener, Suicide Gatekeeper, and soft-skills trainer. This week, we discuss:What is Diwali & what does it mean to Vedica as a Hindu?Why might Diwali be difficult for someone with disordered eating?Why commenting on someone's body image or food intake is normalised.Vedica's tips for navigating Diwali when struggling with an eating disorder.How you can support a loved one in their recovery from an eating disorder during Diwali.What changes need to occur within Indian culture in order to reduce the stigma around mental health and open up conversations.To find out more about Vedica, you can find them on Instagram & Twitter @kangaroominds or @vedica_podar, or on Facebook and LinkedIn as Kangaroo Minds. Kindly note, that this episode delves into sensitive eating disorder topics. Remember to take care of yourself while listening, and always seek professional help if needed. This podcast is your bridge to insightful discussions, not a substitute for clinical guidance.

In this week’s podcast, Han is joined by Vedica Podar. Vedica is a passionate Advocate and Ambassador for Mental Health and Wellbeing. Besides being the Founder of Kangaroo Minds and Sport Beats Stigma, Vedica is a qualified Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aider, Active Listener, Suicide Gatekeeper, and soft-skills trainer.This week, we discuss:<ul><li>What is Diwali &amp; what does it mean to Vedica as a Hindu?</li><li>Why might Diwali be difficult for someone with disordered eating?</li><li>Why commenting on someone's body image or food intake is normalised.</li><li>Vedica's tips for navigating Diwali when struggling with an eating disorder.</li><li>How you can support a loved one in their recovery from an eating disorder during Diwali.</li><li>What changes need to occur within Indian culture in order to reduce the stigma around mental health and open up conversations.</li></ul>To find out more about Vedica, you can find them on Instagram &amp; Twitter @kangaroominds or @vedica_podar, or on Facebook and LinkedIn as Kangaroo Minds.Kindly note, that this episode delves into sensitive eating disorder topics. Remember to take care of yourself while listening, and always seek professional help if needed. This podcast is your bridge to insightful discussions, not a substitute for clinical guidance.

Light out of Darkness:  Diwali & Eating Disorders with Vedica Podar

Full of Beans Podcast: Sharing the Unheard Voices in Eating DisordersEating disorders are complex, often misunderstood, and wrapped in layers of stigma. That’s why Full of Beans is here - to open up the conversation and foster understanding through real, raw, and research-backed discussions.Hosted by Han, founder of Full of Beans and passionate mental health advocate, this podcast explores eating disorders through the lens of lived experience, clinical expertise, and the latest research. Each week, Han sits down with guests, including individuals with firsthand experiences, clinicians, researchers, and charities, who all share one goal: to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions, and support those affected by eating disorders.With a mix of heartfelt stories and professional insights, Full of Beans is a space for education, advocacy, and connection. Whether you're navigating your own eating disorder journey, supporting a loved one, or working in the mental health field, this podcast is here to provide knowledge, compassion, and hope.Join us in creating a community where eating disorders are understood, and no one feels alone in their struggles.(Please note: This podcast is for awareness and education purposes and is not a substitute for professional therapeutic support.)

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Full of Beans Podcast: Sharing the Unheard Voices in Eating Disorders Eating disorders are complex, often misunderstood, and wrapped in layers of stigma. That’s why Full of Beans is here - to open up the conversation and foster understanding through real, raw, and research-backed discussions. Hosted by Han, founder of Full of Beans and passionate mental health advocate, this podcast explores eating disorders through the lens of lived experience, clinical expertise, and the latest research. Each week, Han sits down with guests, including individuals with firsthand experiences, clinicians, researchers, and charities, who all share one goal: to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions, and support those affected by eating disorders. With a mix of heartfelt stories and professional insights, Full of Beans is a space for education, advocacy, and connection. Whether you're navigating your own eating disorder journey, supporting a loved one, or working in the mental health field, this podcast is here to provide knowledge, compassion, and hope. Join us in creating a community where eating disorders are understood, and no one feels alone in their struggles. (Please note: This podcast is for awareness and education purposes and is not a substitute for professional therapeutic support.)

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