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EP 210.5: STOP Doing These 10 Things if You Feel Stuck & Chained to Disordered Patterns ~ Part 2

Author
Lindsey Nichol - Certified Health Coach, Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, Food Freedom Coach, Eating Disorder Intuitive Therapy Certified
Published
Fri 18 Apr 2025
Episode Link
https://herbestself.podbean.com/e/ep-210-stop-doing-these-10-things-if-you-feel-stuck-chained-to-eating-disorder-patterns-part-2/

If you're feeling stuck in your recovery journey, Episode 210.5, shares the top hidden barriers that might be keeping you chained to eating disorder patterns - and how to break free once and for all.


IN THIS EPISODE
Things to Stop Doing:

Stop Assuming You Always Know What's Best





    • Eating disorders thrive on the illusion of expertise

    • "I know what's best" is often the disorder speaking, not your wisdom

    • Recovery requires challenging your own assumptions

    • Professional guidance provides perspective you can't see from within




Stop Believing the Lie That You Aren't Doing Enough to Recover







      • Recovery isn't about doing more; it's about being more

      • "Never enough" mentality leads to recovery perfectionism

      • The essential ingredient isn't more tasks—it's self-compassion

      • Ask: "How can I bring more compassion to this moment?"






Stop Avoiding Discomfort









        • The only way out is through

        • Eating disorders themselves are systems for avoiding discomfort

        • Recovery requires moving toward discomfort, not away from it

        • Each time you face discomfort, you build resilience








Stop Thinking the Worst Possible Scenario Is Gaining Weight











          • The real worst-case scenario is never experiencing freedom

          • As long as weight gain remains your greatest fear, the disorder retains power

          • Recovery may include body changes, but they aren't the catastrophe predicted

          • There is no wrong choice in recovery—only refusing to make a choice










ACTION STEPS

  • Identify which of these 10 patterns is most holding you back

  • Choose one pattern to focus on disrupting this week

  • Practice moving toward discomfort rather than away from it

  • Revisit your recovery priorities and realign your energy accordingly

  • Consider whether professional support could help you break these patterns


 


Remember, you are NOT your eating disorder and you are worthy of a life that is FREE from it.


xo,


lindsey


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* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

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