Recover To Flourish | Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, we’re talking about something that can be tricky to navigate: getting stuck in quasi eating disorder recovery. You know, when you’re doing enough to feel like you’re making progress, but you’re still holding on to some of the old behaviors or mindsets. It’s like you’re in recovery, but not quite fully in it yet. Trust me, I’ve been there, and I know how confusing it can be. In this episode, I’ll dive into why this happens and what you can do to move forward.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• What “quasi” recovery really looks like and why it’s so easy to get stuck in.
• How to identify when you’re holding back from full recovery.
• The importance of really letting go of eating disorder habits to create lasting change.
• Practical tips for breaking through the barriers that keep you in the “almost there” zone.
• How to practice self-compassion while moving forward, even if it feels slow.

Recovery doesn’t happen overnight, and it’s okay if you feel like you’re in this middle space. But you can break free from the “quasi” stage, and I’m here to help you with it.

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I’m addressing a question that I hear a lot: Will I get unfit if I stop doing cardio during eating disorder recovery? I totally get why this might be a worry, especially if you’ve been using exercise as a way to control your body or manage your food intake. But here’s the thing – recovery is about healing your body, mind, and relationship with movement. In this episode, I’ll talk about why it’s important to take a step back from cardio in recovery and how you can focus on restoring balance and health without the pressure of intense exercise.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Why stopping cardio can actually be a positive thing for your recovery.
• The impact of excessive cardio on your body and mental health during recovery.
• How to shift your mindset from “fitness” to “health” in a more balanced way.
• What to do instead of cardio to stay connected to your body and move for joy.
• How to release the fear of “losing fitness” and focus on true healing.

It’s normal to have worries about getting “unfit,” but I’ll help you understand how recovery is about so much more than fitness. Let’s talk about how you can embrace a healthier relationship with movement and let go of those cardio-driven fears.

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In this episode, we’re talking about something that can feel really uncomfortable in recovery – the messy middle. You know, that part of the journey when things aren’t perfectly ‘recovered,’ but you’re also not in the same place as when you started. It can feel messy, confusing, and even a bit frustrating.

But guess what? That messy middle is where a lot of the real growth happens. I’ll share why embracing this phase is so important and how you can learn to sit with the discomfort, without feeling like you’re doing it wrong.

Recovery isn’t linear, and it’s okay to not have everything figured out. So, let’s dive into how you can move through the messy middle with compassion, patience, and a bit of self-kindness.

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In today’s episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I’m tackling a question that comes up a lot in recovery: Can you ever lose weight again after an eating disorder? It’s a question that can stir up a lot of emotions and confusion, and I get it – it’s not an easy one to answer.

So, let’s talk about it. I’ll share my thoughts and experiences on why this question isn’t as straightforward as it may seem, and why, in recovery, the focus should be on health, not weight loss. I’ll also dive into what it really means to heal your relationship with your body and why weight doesn’t define your worth or progress in recovery. If this question has been on your mind, I hope this episode brings some clarity and peace. 

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In today’s solo episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, we’re diving into a tricky topic: what to do when you’ve restored weight on a low intake and are wondering where to go from here. If you’ve found yourself in this situation, you’re not alone, and it’s completely normal to feel a little uncertain.

I’ll share my personal experience with weight restoration and why it’s so important to focus on increasing your intake to nourish your body properly. We’ll also discuss how to navigate this phase in recovery with compassion, making sure you’re moving toward health, rather than staying stuck in a restrictive mindset.

Recovery is about more than just weight – it’s about learning to trust your body and fuel it for long-term wellness. 

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In today’s episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, we’re tackling a big question – Should I get into the fitness world while recovering from an eating disorder? If you’ve ever wondered whether it's okay to pursue fitness during recovery or if it might set you back, you’re not alone. 

As someone who has navigated this very path, I’ll share my personal experience and offer some realistic advice on how to approach fitness in a way that supports your recovery, rather than hindering it. We’ll talk about listening to your body, finding balance, and how to avoid falling into old patterns. 

Recovery is about building a healthy relationship with yourself and your body, and fitness can be part of that, but only if it’s approached with care and mindfulness.

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I’m exploring something many people don’t talk about – the addiction to feeling hungry. If you’ve ever felt a sense of control or comfort from hunger, this episode is for you. 

As someone who’s walked through eating disorder recovery, I know how an eating disorder can become addictive in ways that go beyond the food itself. In this episode, I’ll talk about why hunger can feel like a source of security, how this pattern develops, and why it’s so challenging to break free. 

I’ll also share some tips on how to start healing this addictive cycle and reconnect with your body’s true needs. Recovery isn’t easy, but I’m here to support you as we tackle this together!

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In this episode, we’re talking about something that can feel confusing and frustrating in recovery – feeling hungrier after you’ve just eaten. 

If you've ever experienced this, you’re not alone. I know from personal experience that hunger can sometimes feel unpredictable, especially during eating disorder recovery. 

In this episode, I’ll break down why this happens, what it means for your body, and how you can approach this feeling with compassion and understanding. We’ll also chat about how this is a normal part of the healing process and why listening to your body is so important. 

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In today’s episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s often overlooked in eating disorder recovery – bone health. Specifically, we’ll be talking about osteoporosis and osteopenia and how an eating disorder can impact your bone mineral density. 

As someone who’s personally experienced bone health challenges during my recovery, I’ll share my journey, including the steps I took to restore my bone mineral density and rebuild strength. I’ll also explain the differences between osteoporosis and osteopenia and explain how addressing these issues is important to long-term recovery. 

If you’ve ever been concerned about your bone health, this episode is for you!

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I’m diving into a topic that often comes up in eating disorder recovery: extreme hunger. If you’ve been through the recovery process, you know that your body can sometimes feel like it’s asking for more food than you’re used to. 

It’s totally normal, but it can also feel overwhelming and confusing. I’m here to share some practical tips to help you navigate extreme hunger, trust your body’s signals, and work through the discomfort without guilt or shame. 

This episode is all about giving yourself the permission to eat what your body needs and supporting you as you honor those hunger cues. Recovery isn’t linear, but you can trust your body to guide you.

Let me know your thoughts!

SOCIALS:

Instagram: @flourishwithciandra @recovertoflourish_pod
TikTok: @flourishwithciandra
Website: https://flourishwithciandra.com/
Contact: [email protected]

👉🏻 If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review and share a screenshot on Instagram by tagging me @flourishwithciandra and I'll be sure to re-share.

FOR MORE SUPPORT:

❤️ Looking for more support and concrete steps to take to heal your relationship with food and your body? Apply to work with me 1:1 to recover from your eating disorder while improving your relationship with food and exercise, head to: https://rb.gy/o3i6t 

❤️ If you're not ready to commit to a coaching package, why not schedule a 90-minute kick-start session where we can get your recovery off to the right start: Apply here: https://rb.gy/i7srly

❤️ Get Eating Disorder Recovery Guides and Workbooks to aid your recovery: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FlourishTherapy

❤️ Download your FREE Self Care for Eating Disorder Recovery eBook by heading to https://bit.ly/44CKaRg