Full & Thriving
182 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago -Full and Thriving Podcast: A Podcast for People Pleasers and Perfectionists
Welcome to Full and Thriving, the essential podcast for perfectionists and people pleasers ready to reconnect with their true selves, reclaim their voice, and live boldly. Hosted by Meg McCabe, a Life Coach and Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, this podcast delves into creating a life that's authentically yours, free from the constraints of others' expectations.
Join us as we explore empowering topics such as setting boundaries, speaking up for yourself and your ideas, overcoming the fear of rejection, learning to say no, the power of self-expression, and breaking the habit of over-apologizing. With a mix of insightful guest interviews and thought-provoking solo shows, you'll gain the tools and inspiration needed to live a life that is truly full and thriving.
Tune in each week for episodes that span psychology and mental health, designed specifically to empower perfectionists and people pleasers. Discover how to embrace your authenticity, build resilience, and thrive in every aspect of your life.
Don't miss out—subscribe now and start your journey towards a more authentic, empowered, and fulfilling life!
Keywords: perfectionists, people pleasers, authenticity, reclaim power, live boldly, Meg McCabe, Life Coach, Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, setting boundaries, speaking up, overcoming fear of rejection, learning to say no, self-expression, over-apologizing, psychology, mental health, empowerment, self-discovery.
Hosted by Meg McCabe a CCI Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach based in West Hartford, CT. She's the Founder of The Recovery Collective, a global, eating disorder recovery community focused on healing through connection. She's a passionate educator, speaker, group facilitator, retreat host, and mental health advocate.
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Episodes
120. Challenging Your Thoughts, If I Gain Weight, Nobody Will Love Me w/ Kristina Bruce (Re-Upload)
July 06, 2023 02:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEJoin Meg as she chats with Kristina Bruce about the way our culture views certain bodies and how we are unawarely impacted by that. But what truly matters is the belief in how we see ourselves and how we feel about certain situations. Meg and Kristina also talked about how Kristina came across the works of Byron Katie. Together they challenge the disordered thought, “If I gain weight, nobody will love me.”ABOUT OUR GUESTKristina is a Certified Integrative Life Coach and advo...
119 . When Dreams Come True After Recovery (Life Updates)
June 29, 2023 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's solo episode, Meg shares her incredible journey of recovery from an eating disorder and how it not only paved the way for her to achieve her dreams but also led her to a dream relationship. With courage, resilience, and unwavering support, Meg emerged stronger than ever, and in this inspiring episode, she reveals how her recovery opened up a world of possibilities. From pursuing her dream career to embracing new adventures, Meg's story reminds us that no dream...
118. Dissociative Identity Disorder and Eating Disorders w/ Sarah Chipps PSYD, CEDS
June 22, 2023 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's episode, Meg interviews Sarah, a psychologist who specializes in eating disorders and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Sarah shares her personal journey and how it led her to focus on these specific areas. They discuss the definition of DID and the childhood factors that contribute to its development. Sarah provides an example of how an eating disorder may manifest in individuals with DID, highlighting that it can be driven by a subconscious need for prot...
117. Unpacking Beliefs, Behaviours and Emotional Overeating w/ Cassie Barnard RD, MNutr, BSc
June 15, 2023 02:54 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week’s episode Meg is joined by Cassie and they dive into the topic of emotional overeating. Cassie shares her personal journey and the pivotal experience that led her to shift her focus from weight loss support to a more comprehensive approach. Together, they discuss the differences between emotional overeating and binge eating, common triggers, and strategies for discerning between overeating and binge eating behaviors.They give insights into the prevalence of emot...
116. Attachment Theory and Eating Disorders w/ Vanessa Scaringi PhD, CEDS-S & Kathryn Garland LCSW-S
June 08, 2023 07:19 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's episode, Meg is joined by Vanessa and Kate discusses Attachment Theory and its connection to Eating Disorders. They share their personal backgrounds and interest in exploring attachment wounds and eating disorders. They defined what Attachment Theory is, highlighting how early childhood experiences shape attachment styles and influence behavior in relationships. They then explore the correlation between attachment styles and eating disorders, explaining how a...
115. Common GI Symptoms, the Science Behind and Recovery w/ Dr. Heather Finley, MS, RDN, LD
June 01, 2023 03:09 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg is joined by Heather, a special guest who shares her inspiring journey of healing from an eating disorder and the associated gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms. Heather discusses the impact her digestive issues had on her relationship with food and how she discovered the world of functional nutrition, leading to several "aha" moments that supported her healing process. She sheds light on the factors she realized were crucial to reaching a place of healing, o...
114. How to Challenge Fear Foods w/ Ciandra Birnbaum
May 25, 2023 03:33 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg is joined by Ciandra, and together they explore the fascinating journey of challenging fear foods. Ciandra shares her personal insights and experiences from her 8-year recovery journey, highlighting pivotal moments along the way. They delve into Ciandra's definition of recovery and discuss the right timing for individuals to start confronting fear foods. They also shed light on often overlooked components of this process and emphasize the importance of s...
113. Ignoring Red Flags w/ Mia Findlay CCIEDC
May 18, 2023 03:05 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode Meg is joined by Mia as she returns to the show and dive deep into the topic of ignoring red flags in the context of eating disorders. Mia shared powerful insights and reflected on moments when red flags went unnoticed or were disregarded. Throughout the conversation, Meg and Mia explore the implications of ignoring these warning signs and the impact it can have on one's well-being. They discuss the importance of defining eating disorder red flags, shedding l...
112. 7 Similarities between Abusive Relationships and Eating Disorders
May 11, 2023 03:16 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg talks about the similarities between eating disorders and abusive relationships. Drawing from her own experience, she identifies seven ways in which these two can be alike. She shares her personal story of recovery and healing, offering insights on the complex emotional and psychological dynamics of both eating disorders and abusive relationships.If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder or an unhealthy relationship, this episode i...
111. What is Your Recovery Community Personality Type?
May 04, 2023 03:33 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg explores the topic of recovery community personality types. She discusses the four out of six core personality types found in the Recovery Collective and how they can impact an individual's recovery journey.Through personal anecdotes and insights, Meg dives into the characteristics and traits of each personality type, highlighting their unique characteristics. She also shares tips on how to leverage these traits to overcome obstacles and live a fulfillin...
110. Understanding the Intersection of Eating Disorders and Autism w/ Maggie Klyce LICSW-S, CEDS-S
April 27, 2023 02:37 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg speaks with Maggie about the co-occurrence of eating disorders and autism, and the challenges faced by those with both conditions. Maggie shares how mistakes and confusion between the two can occur in a treatment setting and offers advice on how to support individuals experiencing look and weight issues. They also discuss the unique challenges that autistic individuals face when seeking treatment for an eating disorder, and the reason why they do not tre...
109. Travel, Food and Culture in Recovery w/ Anne-Claire Jedrzejczak CCIEDC
April 20, 2023 05:39 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg is joined again by the very wonderful Anne-Claire for the third time to explore the joyful and exciting aspects of traveling, food, and culture in recovery. Anne-Claire shares her favorite parts of traveling as a recovered person, including the ability to fully enjoy the local cuisine and immerse herself in the culture without the burden of disordered eating habits. They also discuss Anne-Claire’s favorite foods to try when traveling, and then provide so...
108. Eating Disorders in Athletes: Sport Performance, Rest and RED-S w/ Stephanie Roth-Goldberg
April 13, 2023 03:11 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg dives deep into the topic of eating disorders in athletes with Stephanie, a psychotherapist who is passionate about helping athletes recover from their struggles with food. They explore the concept of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (RED-S) and how it is related to eating disorders in athletes. They also discuss the impact of insufficient fuel on an athlete's muscles and the negative effects of over-exercising without sufficient rest. Stephanie shar...
107. Two Metaphors For Inspiration And Healing
April 06, 2023 02:30 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this powerful solo episode, join Meg as she shares two metaphors that can help inspire and guide you on the journey of eating disorder recovery. Meg will explain the importance of patience and persistence. She will provide insights into how this can be applied to the recovery journey and how it can help you stay motivated and on track. Meg also emphasizes the need to push through the initial challenges and obstacles that can often accompany the start of the recovery journ...
Two Metaphors For Inspiration And Healing
April 06, 2023 02:30 - 22 minutes - 51.9 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In this powerful solo episode, join Meg as she shares two metaphors that can help inspire and guide you on the journey of eating disorder recovery. Meg will explain the importance of patience and persistence. She will provide insights into how this can be applied to the recovery journey and how it can help you stay motivated and on track. Meg also emphasizes the need to push through the initial challenges and obstacles that can often accompany the start of the recovery jour...
106. The Fitting Room Story: Bras, Numbers and Confidence w/ Kimmay Caldwell
March 30, 2023 04:18 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBGet FREE Bra Fit Guide Here: https://hurraykimmay.com/fullandthrivingABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg is joined by Kimmay, a bra fitter and coach who's on a mission to help people feel comfortable and confident in their own bodies. They explore a range of topics related to body positivity, including Kimmay's personal journey to becoming a bra fitter and coach, her approach to treating her body as a friend, and the importance of neutralizing the numbers that your body presents. Meg and K...
105. Body Dysmorphia And "Feeling Fat" w/ Natalie Rose
March 23, 2023 03:30 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg is joined by guest Natalie Rose to discuss body dysmorphia and the expression "feeling fat." Natalie shares her personal experience with chronic dieting and how she transformed her relationship with food and body. As a clinician, she offers insight into her clients' experiences with body changes and the impact on their mental health.Together, they explore the harmful effects of saying "I feel fat" and how it perpetuates fat phobia and weight stigma. They...
104. Embracing The Complexity And Fullness Of Your Story w/ Dr. Emily Maynard
March 16, 2023 02:55 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she talks with Dr. Emily Maynard where Dr. Maynard shares her insights on embracing the complexity and fullness of one's story, and how changing the narrative can lead to healing and growth. We also explore the harm that can occur if a person's inner world is not validated by others, and Dr. Maynard provides tips for identifying and healing the narrative people have about themselves.Additionally, they discuss the importance of the patient-therapis...
103. Family Nutrition In A Dieting World w/ Nicole Cruz RD
March 09, 2023 02:55 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg is joined by Nicole to talk about family nutrition in a dieting world. She discussed how to avoid passing on unhealthy eating habits to your children, the importance of raising intuitive eaters, and how to create a positive food environment. Nicole also covered harmful diet culture myths related to food and common parenting mistakes that can create food anxiety in kids. Finally, they talked about weight loss for kids and what to do if your doctor recomme...
102. All About Honoring Your Hunger
March 02, 2023 03:09 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode Meg delves into the topic of honoring your hunger and the importance of body attunement and interoceptive awareness. She discusses the signs of physical and mental hunger and the attunement disruptors that can impact our ability to connect with our bodies signals.You will learn about the ways you can get back in touch with your body. Meg provides practical tips for developing interoceptive awareness and how to tune in to your body cues.If you're struggling wi...
101. ADHD And Eating Disorder w/ Aleta Storch Aleta Storch MS, RDN, LMHC
February 23, 2023 02:46 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg and Aleta Storch discuss the connection between ADHD and eating disorders. Aleta explains what ADHD is and why she became an ADHD dietician. She talks about how ADHD impacts behavior and relates to eating disorders. Aleta shares tips for setting oneself up for success in recovery from an eating disorder with ADHD, including finding a supportive therapist and developing a balanced routine. Other topics discussed include gamifying recovery, delayed gratifi...
100. The 5 Spiritual Gifts Recovery Gave Me
February 16, 2023 02:34 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this special 100th episode of the Full and Thriving podcast, Meg shares the five spiritual gifts that she received through her recovery journey. Meg will discuss how she has developed a deep sense of self-trust, learned to appreciate her body as a force of nature, gained more self-compassion and understanding for herself and others, become more flexible, and embraced the idea that there is no such thing as failure, only feedback. This episode is a celebration of how far M...
99. How To Break Free From Eating Disorder Thoughts
February 09, 2023 03:22 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she provides insights and strategies to people who are struggling with eating disorder thoughts. Meg will talk about her own experience with eating disorder thoughts and how she learned to break free from them. She will also share tips and techniques that have been helpful in her own journey and provide advice to those who are looking to break free from their eating disorder thoughts. ABOUT OUR HOSTMeg is a CCI certified Eating Disorder Recovery C...
98. Exploring The Anti-Diet Approach To Movement And Exercise w/ Billie Smith
February 02, 2023 02:30 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she is joined by Billie and together they talk about how to break free from the negative impact of diet culture on movement and exercise. They discuss how to find enjoyable and sustainable forms of physical activity and develop a healthy, intuitive relationship with movement. Billy shares their personal story of embracing the anti-diet approach to movement and exercise, and offers tips for breaking free from diet culture. They address common misco...
97. The Collective Voice: Stories of Eating Disorder Recovery
January 26, 2023 03:14 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode join Meg as she is joined by guests Claire, Cocco, Becca and Becky, who are all members of the Recovery Collective. They share their experiences of joining the community and how it has helped them in their recovery journeys. The guests discuss the turning points in their recoveries and the moments that helped them realize they needed to make a change. They also share their favorite memories from the Recovery Collective events and how the community has helpe...
96. My Response To The 6 Most Common Hesitations To Joining The Recovery Collective
January 19, 2023 05:19 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she takes on the most common hesitations people have before joining The Recovery Collective. If you’re someone looking for the right reasons to join, this episode will help you make up your mind about joining the community.ABOUT OUR HOSTMeg is a CCI certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of The Recovery Collective. She is the host of Full and Thriving: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast. Meg is now accepting 1:1 coaching clients and...
95. Blaming Your Body For Unhealed Trauma w/ Tracy Brown RD
January 12, 2023 04:55 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Tracy as they talk about how dieting has provided a false sense of safety to people and how bodies are often easily blamed for the negative feelings that we have inside. Get ready because this episode is really going to make you think.ABOUT OUR GUESTTracy Brown is a somatic nutrition therapist, registered licensed dietician and attuned eating coach who has been in private practice providing in-person and online counseling since 2006. She speciali...
94. The Power Of Expressing Your Emotions w/ Alex Rodriguez APD
January 05, 2023 02:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Alex as they talk about the power of expressing emotions. You will also learn about Alex’s personal recovery experience and how honoring his emotions helped him heal. There is also discussion about why men don't talk about eating disorders on social media. Also in this episode you learn how to have the courage to start talking about your emotions and mental health openly to others. ABOUT OUR GUESTAlex Rodriguez is an accredited practicing dietici...
93. 7 Reasons Why Joining A Community Will Benefit Your Recovery (Re-Upload)
December 29, 2022 03:55 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join we re-uploaded an episode about why joining a community will support your recovery. Meg will share her story from 12 years ago, how she felt alone and isolated suffering from an eating disorder until she gained the courage to speak up about her condition to her mom, sent her to a therapist and eventually recovered. After recovery she started volunteering and met people who had recovered from eating disorders. From that experience she was able to learn th...
92. How Food Influences Mood w/ Adrien Paczosa RD, LD, CEDRD-S
December 22, 2022 03:41 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBGet FREE Food & Mood Guide: https://www.usenourish.com/megABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Adrien as they talk about how food can influence mood. This episode will give you an idea how food can help mood stabilization, what food groups are helpful for your mood and how your thoughts about food can impact your mood. Lastly if you’re someone supporting an individual going through a refeeding process this is for you.ABOUT OUR GUESTAdrien Paczosa is a Registered and Licensed Dietiti...
91. What To Do And What Not To Do When Supporting A Loved One In Recovery w/ Melanie Rogers CEDRD
December 15, 2022 03:46 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Melanie as she returns back to the show to talk about how you can help a loved one, what to do and what not to do when supporting them in recovery. You will also learn about the inspiration behind the creation of Balance, an eating disorder recovery treatment center. ABOUT OUR GUESTMelanie Rogers is a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian (CEDRD) & supervisor and an official mentor through IAEDP’s (International Association of Eating Dis...
90. Becoming The Person You Once Feared w/ Kent Thomas MSW
December 08, 2022 06:14 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Kent as they talk about becoming the person you once feared. You will learn about it directly based on Kent’s childhood story growing up a queer in a Christian community. Also you will discover the challenges queer men face related to body image and disordered eating. This episode will teach you how to step into the life you are terrified and afraid of.ABOUT OUR GUESTKent Thomas, MSW is a social worker and is passionate about working with people ...
89. How Mindfulness Deepens and Sustains Intuitive Eating w/ Jenna Hollenstein MS, RDN, CDN
December 01, 2022 02:39 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBENTER TO WIN- Jenna will be gifting her new book, Intuitive Eating for Life, to 3 Full and Thriving listeners. To enter the giveaway, please write and honest review of the podcast and send or tag Meg in a screenshot of what you write. We will randomly select three winners.ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Jenna as they talk about how mindfulness can deepen and sustain your own intuitive eating practice. Jenna also takes us through her experience of writing her new book “Intuitiv...
88. How Autistic Traits Appear In Eating Disorders w/ Livia Sara
November 24, 2022 03:22 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Livia as they go in depth and understand how eating disorders and autism are linked. In this episode, Livia shares examples of autistic traits that could be viewed as eating disorder behaviors as well as tips for recovery if you are autistic.ABOUT OUR GUESTLivia Sara is a holistic life coach that helps individuals with autism spectrum overcome their health struggles and embrace intuitive living. She is the founder and CEO of Liv Label Free and ...
87. On Parenting: Body Neutrality and Food Freedom in the Home w/ Joanne Soolman MS, RD, LDN
November 17, 2022 02:30 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Joanne as they talk about Joanne's journey to body acceptance and food freedom and how she navigates parenting in a diet culture filled world. You will learn about her experience living in a fat body impacted her work as dietician. Also you will discover how to manage body image struggles in raising a daughter. After listening to this episode you’ll get some tips on how to cultivate body peace and acceptance while parenting.ABOUT OUR GUESTJoanne ...
86. 8 Things To Try When You're Feeling Stuck
November 10, 2022 02:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she goes solo and talks about things you can do when you’re feeling you are stuck in recovery. Recovery has moments and bursts of energy, progress and periods of stagnation and if you're someone who feels stuck right now, this episode will help you get through it.ABOUT OUR HOSTMeg is a CCI certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of The Recovery Collective. She is the host of Full and Thriving: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast. Meg ...
85. The Journey To Becoming Unapologetically You w/ Lynn Chen
November 03, 2022 02:18 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Lynn as they talk about Lynn’s eating disorders story and how her life challenges and experiences have taught her the importance of treating herself with unapologetic kindness and navigating the world with more self-trust. Also you will learn more about the gifts that recovery can offer you.ABOUT OUR GUESTLynn Chen is an actor, filmmaker, writer, and activist who has lived experience with binge eating disorder. Lynn has had roles in movies, such ...
84. Misconceptions of Binge Eating Disorder w/ Amy Pershing
October 26, 2022 05:42 - 44 minutes - 102 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode join Meg and Amy as they talk about Amy’s experience with binge eating disorder and the common misconceptions about it. Those who are living with binge eating disorder will learn about the first steps they can take towards healing. ABOUT OUR GUEST Amy Pershing is an Anti-Diet Therapist and Binge Eating Disorder pioneer and expert. She is the Clinical Director of the Center for Eating Disorders (CED) in Ann Arbor Michigan. In 1993, she developed “Bodywise™”...
84. Misconceptions Of Binge Eating Disorder w/ Amy Pershing
October 26, 2022 05:42 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Amy as they talk about Amy’s experience with binge eating disorder and the common misconceptions about it. Those who are living with binge eating disorder will learn about the first steps they can take towards healing. ABOUT OUR GUESTAmy Pershing is an Anti-Diet Therapist and Binge Eating Disorder pioneer and expert. She is the Clinical Director of the Center for Eating Disorders (CED) in Ann Arbor Michigan. In 1993, she developed “Bodywise™” a c...
83. Common Hangups In Recovery Pt. 2
October 19, 2022 01:25 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she does another talk about common recovery hang-ups to help you not fall into the traps of your eating disorder. Stay tuned so you can be called out! ABOUT OUR HOSTMeg is a CCI certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of The Recovery Collective. She is the host of Full and Thriving: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast. Meg is now accepting 1:1 coaching clients and offers free consultations on her website.The Recovery Collective Instag...
82. From Pain To Purpose: A Spiritual Awakening In Recovery w/ Olivia Soha
October 11, 2022 16:18 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Olivia as they talk about spiritual awakening in recovery and what it is the connection between spirituality and recovery. Also you will learn from Olivia’s perspective what recovery looks like and how it comes into play. ABOUT OUR GUESTOlivia Soha is an Australian based Carolyn Costin Institute certified eating disorder recovery coach and the founder and director of Uncovery, which is her own eating disorder recovery coaching practice. Olivia ha...
81. What Is EMDR And Can It Support Your Healing? w/ Kathleen Bishop
October 06, 2022 02:59 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Kathleen as they talk about EMDR (also known as eye movement, desensitization and reprocessing) and how Kathleen uses this modality to support her clients through healing trauma. In this episode Kathleen explains how EMDR works, who is a good fit for it, and how to find a practitioner to work with.ABOUT OUR GUESTKathleen Bishop is a Health at Every Size informed therapist who uses her training as a certified intuitive eating counselor to guide he...
80. Feeding Your Desires w/ Rachel Cole
October 04, 2022 01:56 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Rachel as they talk about the wise hungers in life; the things that you truly want that make you feel satisfied. You will learn how to listen to your inner desires and honor them. Rachel is here to remind you how to honor all of your needs as you recover and grow as a human.ABOUT OUR GUESTRachel Cole is a certified life coach, celebrated teacher, and women’s empowerment expert. She has spent nearly two decades guiding people to identify, understa...
10 Questions To Ask Yourself About Exercise
September 28, 2022 03:14 - 28 minutes - 64.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode Meg shares 10 questions to ask yourself to assess whether or not you have an unhealthy relationship with exercise. Use this as an opportunity to take an honest look this behavior and if you might need to potentially minimize or eliminate movement temporarily to heal during recovery. ABOUT OUR HOST Meg is a CCI certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of The Recovery Collective. She is the host of Full and Thriving: An Eating Disorder Recovery Po...
79. 10 Questions To Ask Yourself About Exercise
September 28, 2022 03:14 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode Meg shares 10 questions to ask yourself to assess whether or not you have an unhealthy relationship with exercise. Use this as an opportunity to take an honest look this behavior and if you might need to potentially minimize or eliminate movement temporarily to heal during recovery.ABOUT OUR HOSTMeg is a CCI certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of The Recovery Collective. She is the host of Full and Thriving: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcas...
78. Reclaiming Body Trust w/ Hilary Kinavey, MS, LPC
September 23, 2022 02:30 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Hilary as they talk about body trust and what it means to reclaim it back into your life. They will also deep dive and discuss Hilary’s new book and together they break down the three part pathway to connecting with and cultivating more body trust in your life. ABOUT OUR GUESTHilary Kinavey, MS, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor and cofounder of Be Nourished, LLC and The Center for Body Trust . Her work encourages movement toward a radica...
77. My Favorite Things About The Recovery Collective
September 21, 2022 04:07 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she shares her favorite things about the very first online community online for people with eating disorders, The Recovery Collective. You will learn about how the community started, what inspired her and made the decision to launch it during the pandemic. Also you will have a glimpse on what it is like to be in this amazing community.ABOUT OUR HOSTMeg is a CCI certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of The Recovery Collective. She is...
76. Using R.A.V.E.S To Heal Your Relationship With Food w/ Talia Cecchele
September 16, 2022 03:53 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she brings back Talia, one of the very first guests of the show as they talk about the R.A.V.E.S (Regular, Adequate, Variety, Eating Socially, Spontaneous Eating) model. You will learn about how this model can be supportive to someone’s recovery from a dietician’s perspective. They will go about what it means for every letter of the acronym in the R.A.V.E.S model. You will also learn about Talia’s perspective on what it’s like to be part of the Re...
75. Healing The Binge Cycle And Having An Abundance Mindset w/ Michaela Putala
September 13, 2022 02:35 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg and Michaela as they talk about the binge cycle and what it is like going through that. You will learn about the different types of restrictions and how you can start healing from them. Also in this episode you will discover what abundance mindset looks like and how you can be able to practice it in your recovery journey.ABOUT OUR GUESTMichaela Putala is a Registered Dietitian in Los Angeles, California. She’s been on both ends of the dieting spectru...
74. 7 Reasons Why Joining A Community Will Benefit Your Recovery
September 09, 2022 03:28 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode join Meg as she talks about why joining a community will support your recovery. Meg will share her story from 12 years ago, how she felt alone and isolated suffering from an eating disorder until she gained the courage to speak up about her condition to her mom, sent her to a therapist and eventually recovered. After recovery she started volunteering and met people who had recovered from eating disorders. From that experience she was able to learn that commun...