EP 210: STOP Doing These 10 Things if You Feel Stuck & Chained to Disordered Patterns ~ Part 1

If you're feeling stuck in your recovery journey, this part 1 of a 2 part episode shares the top hidden barriers that might be keeping you chained to eating disorder patterns - and how to break free once and for all.

1. Stop Waiting for Perfect Circumstances
   
   
   
   • There will never be a "perfect time" to heal
   
   
   • Recovery happens IN life, not separate from it
   
   
   • The waiting game is another form of control and perfectionism
   
   
   • Recovery requires a decision, not ideal conditions
   
   
   
   


2. Stop Spending Time and Energy on Things That Aren't Recovery Priorities
   
   
   
   • Your time and energy are your most precious recovery resources
   
   
   • Identify where you're "leaking energy" through triggering activities
   
   
   • Ask yourself: Does this support my healing or undermine it?
   
   
   • Recovery requires intentional redirection of your resources
   
   
   
   


3. Stop Comparing Yourself to Everyone Else
   
   
   
   • Comparison is a recovery killer
   
   
   • You're comparing your behind-the-scenes to others' highlight reels
   
   
   • Your recovery journey is unique to your body and history
   
   
   • The only valuable comparison is to your yesterday self
   
   
   
   


4. Stop Changing Course - Results Take Time and Commitment
   
   
   
   • Recovery isn't a race; it's a journey
   
   
   • "Recovery whiplash" prevents momentum and lasting change
   
   
   • Recovery tools are like muscles - they get stronger with consistent use
   
   
   • Before abandoning your approach, ask if you've given it a fair chance
   
   
   
   


5. Stop Thinking You're So Out of the Ordinary
   
   
   
   • You are not the only person who has ever navigated this
   
   
   • The core patterns of eating disorders are remarkably consistent
   
   
   • Feeling "uniquely broken" becomes an excuse to stay stuck
   
   
   • Connection to others with shared experiences is powerful medicine
   
   
   
   


6. Stop Thinking Short Term
   
   
   
   • You deserve lasting freedom, not just getting through the next meal
   
   
   • Short-term focus can lead to decisions that undermine long-term healing
   
   
   • Recovery requires balancing daily work with a vision of what you're working toward
   
   
   • Think in terms of years, not just days
   
   
   
   

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

Come back on Friday, to listen to the 2nd part of Episode 210, where I unravel the remaining 4 things for you to stop doing today! Until then, sending recovery hugs.

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.