- 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.