The Body Love Binge - Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast

In this episode, I joined Emily for a deep and soulful conversation on the mini series she’s created – diving into real, raw, and essential truths about healing from an eating disorder.

Here’s what we explored together:

✨ My three most important lessons from recovery (and how they shifted everything).

✨ The power of owning that no one is coming to save you – and why that’s the ultimate key to freedom.

✨ How true healing goes far beyond food and body image… it’s about loving and fully accepting your authentic self.

✨ Why fighting can only take you so far, and why surrender was my secret weapon.

✨ What full recovery feels like (and why it’s so worth it).

I also shared a personal story about how my healing journey unlocked self-expression, love, and deep peace – and how it still shapes the way I show up in my life today.

Emily and I both agreed: Recovery was the hardest thing we’ve ever done. And it’s worth every second.

💜 If you’re questioning whether to leap into recovery… let this be the nudge you need.

Connect with me:

🌍 Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/

💜 Free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/

📸 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

As always, I’d love to hear what landed most for you – drop me a message!

This episode is living proof that full recovery is possible—even without coaching or therapy. Michelle bravely shares how she fully healed her relationship with food and body using only podcast support… and a fierce decision to choose freedom.

We talk about:

✨ Her journey from subtle body checking and dieting to full food freedom

✨ The turning point where she decided “enough is enough”

✨ What it felt like to face weight gain, shame, and body image triggers—without turning back

✨ How she learned to trust her body again (and the fears she had to walk through daily)

✨ The unexpected freedom of not giving a f*ck about the number on the scale

✨ Why “just eating” feels so revolutionary in a world that praises restriction

Michelle’s story is deeply validating for anyone who thinks they’re “not sick enough” or feels like recovery is only possible with 1:1 support. This conversation is a gentle but powerful reminder: you are not broken, you are not alone, and you are absolutely capable of full freedom.

🔥 Epic Quotes:

1. “I couldn’t begin to recover until I admitted I had something to recover from.”

2. “I proved my fears wrong, over and over again. Nothing bad happened.”

3. “You don’t need a new food system. You need to let go of needing one.”

4. “It’s amazing to not know how much you weigh… and not care.”

5. “Recovery is possible without support. But you have to show up for yourself. Fully.”

💜 Connect & Explore More:

👯‍♀️ Join my free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/

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📲 IG: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

🎙️ Monthly Q&A with Julia: The Truth About Recovery, Fear & Freedom

Join Victoria and Julia for a short but power-packed Q&A session where they role-play the voices of the eating disorder vs. the healthy self (with some hilarity!), explore physical recovery symptoms, and get radically honest about the fears, resistance, and beautiful truths of choosing recovery.

From dealing with exhaustion and edema to navigating the emotional highs and lows of healing, this episode is raw, real, and ultimately hopeful. Plus, they dive into listener questions around waiting to “have to” recover, creating a life beyond bulimia, and the real pros and cons of full recovery.

This one’s a quickie—but oh so juicy.

🎧 Topics include:

• A playful (and uncomfortable!) ED vs. Healthy Self dialogue

• Physical symptoms of recovery like bloating, fatigue, brain fog, and more

• “Will I ever want recovery enough?”—navigating fear and avoidance

• How to start creating a life bigger than your eating disorder

• The real (and surprising) pros and cons of recovery

• Victoria’s personal postpartum shift in fitness & self-care

• Why compassion is the most powerful recovery tool

🧠 Quotes to remember:

“You are not here to be normal. You’re here to be free.”

“If it’s costing you your self-expression, love, and freedom… It’s too expensive.”

“Your eating disorder is costing you the life you secretly want.”

“Letting go is the way to grow.”

🔗 Resources & Links:

• 🎧 Julia’s episodes on recovery symptoms: Episodes 105 & 106

• 🧡 Free Support Group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/

• 💻 Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/

• 📸 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

Note from Victoria 💛

I value authenticity deeply. These show notes were created with the help of AI, but they come directly from my heart and my words, drawn from the podcast I created. Every sentence reflects the message I intended to share. I use AI as a tool—but the soul, the stories, and the truth are all mine.

How to Get Out of Quasi Recovery with Livia Sara

This episode is one of the most powerful and expansive conversations I’ve had on the podcast to date. Livia Sara is back—author, coach, and absolute soul sister—and we’re diving deep into the sneakiest trap of all: quasi recovery.

We unpack what it really means to be stuck in that space where you’ve gained weight, maybe even “look” recovered, but inside? You’re still living in fear, control, and limitation.

This episode will shake something loose inside of you. We talk truth, drop f-bombs (you know me!), and hold nothing back.

We cover:

• Why quasi recovery can actually feel worse than the ED

• How to know when you’re still stuck in control (even if you’re “eating more”)

• The difference between acting from freedom vs reacting from fear

• Why perfectionism and comparison keep you trapped

• How to choose freedom, even if you’re terrified

• Why YOUR recovery path gets to look how YOU want it to

Livia’s new book How to Get Out of Quasi Recovery is a must-read if you’re truly ready to go all in. And if you’re feeling a spark after this episode? Don’t ignore it. That’s your truth calling.

5 Quotes from this episode:

🔥 “Being 99% committed is hell. Being 100% committed is simple.”

🔥 “There’s no right way to recover—there’s only your way.”

🔥 “Your eating disorder is not who you are—it’s an adaptation, not your identity.”

🔥 “Freedom means deciding to stop pretending and start living in alignment with your truth.”

🔥 “No one’s coming to save you—but you don’t need saving. You just need to choose.”

💜 Join my free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/

🌍 Visit my website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/

📸 Come hang with me on Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

🫶 Join Livia’s newsletter & get her free resources: https://www.livlabelfree.com/join

Welcome back my loves! 💜 In this episode, Julia and I are diving into your brilliant questions about recovery. This is raw, real, emotional, funny and deep — basically, all the things we are!

We chat about:

• What moment I’d relive without my eating disorder

• Healing mother/daughter codependency while both recovering

• Feeling guilty for resting (and why that’s actually a GOOD thing)

• Why gaining weight feels unsafe — and how I rewired that fear myself

• Sensory overload in a changing body (and what helped me cope)

• How to stop obsessive movement and exercise guilt

• Whether it’s realistic to go all-in after 30+ years of an ED

• Making peace with the lies I told during my eating disorder

• And why life WITHOUT an ED is the real life you deserve

This conversation is packed with tough love, heart, deep truth and so much encouragement.

Healing is messy. Healing is brave. Healing is YOURS. Let’s do it together.

5 Quotes You’ll Love From This Episode:

1. “Trying is asking for permission to fail. Choose it. Commit to it.”

2. “Feeling guilt in recovery doesn’t mean you’re failing – it means you’re healing.”

3. “Your eating disorder helped you survive – but it’s not helping you live.”

4. “The unfamiliar becomes familiar. You can feel like an alien at first – and still belong in your body.”

5. “Freedom, joy, connection… that’s what’s waiting for you on the other side of fear.”

Links to Dive Deeper:

🧡 Free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/

🧡 Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/

🧡 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

💛 Recovery Circle community and courses: https://www.edrecoverycircle.com/

In this deep and empowering episode, Victoria sits down with Dr. Jillian Lampert – VP of the Emily Program and President of REDC – to talk about what traditional ED treatment is missing, why recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all, and how our society’s obsession with weight is doing real harm. They dive into the neurobiological roots of eating disorders, discuss GLP-1 medications, and explore the roles of ADHD, autism, and trauma in ED development. This episode is packed with truth bombs, fierce compassion, and a powerful reminder that recovery is not only possible – it’s worth it.

🔥 5 Standout Quotes:

1. “Eating disorders don’t happen overnight—so why would we expect them to go away in a few weeks?” – Dr. Jillian Lampert

2. “If you can have an eating disorder, you have everything you need to build an extraordinary life without it.” – Victoria Kleinsman

3. “The most powerful shift is moving from comparison to connection—healing starts when we feel understood.” – Dr. Jillian Lampert

4. “Being sick became predictable, familiar, even safe. Grieving that identity is part of recovery.” – Victoria Kleinsman

5. “There’s natural diversity in body sizes, and the goal of treatment is peace—not thinness.” – Dr. Jillian Lampert

✨ Links Mentioned:

• 💞 Join my free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/

• 🌐 My website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/

• 📲 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

Connect with Jillian and The Emily Program

https://www.emilyprogram.com/

https://emilyprogram.com/blog/why-choose-emily-program-over-therapist-dietitian-physician/

https://emilyprogram.com/peace-meal-podcast/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-lampert-2a735651/

🎙️ Podcast Episode: Is Unrestricted Eating Different to Intuitive Eating?

In this juicy solo episode of The Body Love Binge, I explore a powerful and often misunderstood question: Is unrestricted eating different to intuitive eating? Spoiler alert – yes and no… and I break it all down for you.

I share my own rebellious journey from restriction, through binge-restrict cycles, into the chaos and liberation of unrestricted eating, and eventually into the grounded peace of what I call intuition eating.

This isn’t just theory – it’s raw, real, lived experience, plus insights from coaching so many badass humans back to food and body freedom. Whether you’re stuck in binge-restrict cycles or wondering if intuitive eating is just another sneaky diet, this one’s for you.

🔑 Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The difference between unrestricted eating and intuitive eating (with no BS)

• Why rebellion is part of the healing process

• What true food freedom looks like after the chaos

• How I shifted from overachieving in recovery to finally finding peace

• Why your body always knows and how to actually listen to it

💬 5 Epic Quotes to Remember:

“Unrestricted eating is a fck you to restriction. Intuition eating is a fck yes to yourself.”

“You can’t just skip to intuitive eating – most people have to rebel their way there.”

“If you’re still acting like you have to protect your recovery, you’re probably still reacting to restriction.”

“True freedom is choosing what you want from peace, not rebellion.”

“Your body will always find a way to get what it needs. Your only job is to get out of the way.”

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This week, I sat down once again with the one and only Tabitha Farrar—eating disorder recovery coach, author, and all-round truth-teller—to talk about how to actually rewire negative body image.

Tabitha’s just released a powerful new book called “Fried Eggs and Thunder Thighs” (yes, you read that right!) and it dives deep into the root of negative body image and how to teach your brain a different story.

In this conversation, we explored:

• Why negative body image is not your fault—and definitely not your truth

• How your actions teach your brain more than your thoughts ever will

• What to do when shame shows up

• How to respond when someone does comment on your body

• Why being “recovered” doesn’t automatically mean you’ll love your body—and what to do about it

We also talk about her newly rewritten version of Rehabilitate, Rewire, Recover and why she decided to go back and make it even more bold, honest, and helpful.

This is a must-listen if you:

• Still struggle with body image even after recovering from disordered eating

• Want to feel more free and confident in your body, regardless of size

• Are tired of being controlled by negative thoughts or shame

• Are curious about how emotions like guilt and disgust are actually tools your brain uses—and how to take your power back

In this episode, we get real about:

• How to act “as if” you love your body (even when you don’t yet)

• The difference between your brain and your mind—and why that matters

• Why it’s not about waiting to feel better before you take action

• The fastest way to rewire body image beliefs

• What I do when my own brain throws shame my way

Resources mentioned:

📘 Tabitha’s books: Fried Eggs and Thunder Thighs + Rehabilitate, Rewire, Recover (Updated Edition)

📺 Her YouTube: @tabithafarrar

🌐 www.tabithafarrar.com

Connect with me:

🖤 www.victoriakleinsman.com

📧 [email protected]

📲 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

💬 5 Quotes I Loved from This Episode

1. “I’m not my shame—I’m the one observing it. And that gives me the power to choose how I respond.”

2. “If I want my brain to believe my body is safe, I have to act like it is—even if it’s uncomfortable.”

3. “Every time I act as if I love my body, I’m rewiring my brain—and that’s what creates freedom.”

4. “My emotions aren’t facts—they’re just tools my brain uses to try and keep me ‘safe’ based on old beliefs.”

5. “The truth is: if recovery still feels hard after months and months, it’s not me—it’s my training strategy that needs adjusting.”

Guests: Susie (69, USA) & Christina (64, Australia)

In this beautifully honest and heart-opening episode, Victoria is joined by two extraordinary women, Susie and Christina, who share their transformative journeys of recovering from eating disorders—well into their 60s. Having met through Victoria’s group coaching community, these two have not only found food freedom and body peace, but also a deep, life-affirming friendship.

They discuss the unique challenges of recovery later in life, the impact of decades of restriction, body image struggles post-menopause, and the joy of rediscovering themselves after a lifetime of being defined by size. This conversation is full of wisdom, hope, and tangible encouragement for anyone who thinks it’s “too late” to change.

🧭 What You'll Learn:

• What recovery can look like in your 60s (yes, full recovery is absolutely possible!)

• How diet culture affects older generations and the myths about "aging gracefully"

• Why menopause-related weight gain is not only natural—but protective

• How inner child work, authenticity, and self-love play a crucial role in healing

In this special episode of The Body Love Binge, Victoria and Julia dive into an honest and unfiltered Q&A session, tackling some of the most pressing questions from their listeners about eating disorder recovery, exercise, self-acceptance, and navigating the messy middle of healing.

From the challenges of reintroducing exercise to the ongoing battle with body image thoughts, this episode is packed with invaluable insights and practical advice. Victoria and Julia share their personal experiences and professional perspectives to give you the tools to keep pushing through recovery, even when it feels impossible. Plus, they discuss how to navigate social stigma, find motivation in tough times, and celebrate progress—even when it feels small.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:01:00] – Reintroducing Exercise After Recovery:

  • Victoria and Julia discuss the delicate process of bringing exercise back into your life after exercise addiction. They share their personal approaches, from mindful movement to complete breaks from exercise.

  • Key takeaway: Tune into your body’s needs and separate movement from calorie control or body manipulation.

• [00:08:00] – Handling Guilt Around Rest:

  • Addressing the guilt of resting when society expects you to be active. Victoria and Julia share how to embrace rest as a vital part of healing, rather than something to be ashamed of.

  • Key takeaway: Rest is a radical act of self-care and recovery.

• [00:15:00] – Navigating the “Messy Middle” of Recovery:

  • The messy middle is a daunting part of recovery where progress feels stagnant and body image thoughts intensify. The duo discusses how to stay committed to freedom during this challenging phase.

  • Key takeaway: Stay focused on your deeper why and take it one day at a time.

• [00:27:00] – How to Stop Thinking About Food All the Time:

  • Why mental hunger doesn’t mean you’re doing recovery wrong—it means your body is still healing.

  • Key takeaway: Honour mental hunger as your body’s way of signalling it still needs nourishment.

• [00:39:00] – Dealing with Social Pressure to Exercise After Weight Gain:

  • How to stand firm in your recovery when people around you assume you’re ready to get back into exercise.

  • Key takeaway: Your recovery is about you—not anyone else’s expectations.

• [00:47:00] – Honouring Morning Hunger:

  • Why eating in the morning is crucial for recovery and how to push through the fear of eating breakfast.

• Key takeaway: Start your day with recovery—not with your eating disorder.

  
  

  5 Memorable Quotes from the Episode:

  1. 💡 "Recovery is not about avoiding fear—it’s about stepping into it every damn day."

  2. 💡 "Start your day with recovery, not with your eating disorder."

  3. 💡 "Your body doesn’t understand why you restricted in the first place—it just wants to protect you from famine."

  4. 💡 "Own the shit out of who you are, or else it will own you."

• 💡 "It’s not about eating perfectly—it’s about showing up for yourself, consistently, with compassion."

  
  

  Journal Prompts from This Episode:

  1. 🌸 What stories am I telling myself about rest and why do I feel guilty when I honour my need to slow down?

  2. 🌸 How can I show up for my recovery today—even when fear tries to take the wheel?

  3. 🌸 What would it feel like to fully embrace my body as it is right now?

  4. 🌸 Where can I show myself more kindness and patience in this journey?

• 5. 🌸 What would freedom do right now? What would acceptance do?

  
  

  Resources Mentioned:

  • Join Victoria’s Free Support Group: Get live coaching and community support.

  • Connect with Julia: Follow her on Instagram and stay updated on her new group coaching program.

    💛 Recovery Circle community and courses: ⁠https://www.edrecoverycircle.com/⁠