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Rewired · Friday · 51 min

Eating Disorder Mind Games

JOIN THE REWIRED IN ACTION COMMUNITY: www.rewiredinaction.com/ Eating disorders can be incredibly convincing; it’s why so many of us stay unwell for so long. In this episode, we look at some of the common “mind games” that can keep you stuck – everything from being told you “look well” or that your blood results are fine, to comparing yourself with someone who seems to be struggling more. We talk about why these thoughts can be so difficult to challenge, and come back to a bigger question: what kind of life are you able to live when the eating disorder is making the decisions? Topics covered: Common ED “mind games” Questioning whether you’re struggling “enough” Medical reassurance and recovery Comparing yourself with others Appearance and eating disorder recovery Hunger cues and recovery Looking beyond being “well enough” to function For more information or to join the Rewired Community: www.rewiredinaction.com/ Connect with us: MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recovery SafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: www.safiaed.com Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone Tallulah Self (podcast editor)Instagram: @tallulahself Disclaimer Please keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, so it shouldn't be taken as medical advice. If you're struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help that's right for you.

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JOIN THE REWIRED IN ACTION COMMUNITY: www.rewiredinaction.com/

Eating disorders can be incredibly convincing; it’s why so many of us stay unwell for so long. In this episode, we look at some of the common “mind games” that can keep you stuck – everything from being told you “look well” or that your blood results are fine, to comparing yourself with someone who seems to be struggling more.

We talk about why these thoughts can be so difficult to challenge, and come back to a bigger question: what kind of life are you able to live when the eating disorder is making the decisions?

Topics covered:

  • Common ED “mind games”

  • Questioning whether you’re struggling “enough”

  • Medical reassurance and recovery

  • Comparing yourself with others

  • Appearance and eating disorder recovery

  • Hunger cues and recovery

  • Looking beyond being “well enough” to function

For more information or to join the Rewired Community: www.rewiredinaction.com/

Connect with us:

MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recovery

SafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: www.safiaed.com

Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone

Tallulah Self (podcast editor)Instagram: @tallulahself

Disclaimer

Please keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, so it shouldn't be taken as medical advice. If you're struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help that's right for you.


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