Full & Thriving: A Mental Health and Personal Development Podcast

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this week's episode, Meg and Dr. Anita takes a deep dive into the pivotal theme of healing through communication, with a specific focus on the profound impact of assertive communication on individuals recovering from eating disorders. They unravel the intricacies of expressing needs and setting boundaries, shedding light on how assertive communication becomes a transform...

ABOUT EPISODE Join Meg as she interviews our guest for this episode, Imogen Barnes. Learn how Imogen lived her life from being diagnosed with OCD and Anorexia at a very young age until she decided to consciously take on the road to recovery, change and take control of her life. Now Imogen is an advocate of eating disorder recovery who is using her social media platforms to encourage and touch peop...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this week's episode, Meg engages in a heartfelt conversation with Brandy about her journey of recovering from an eating disorder during middle age. The discussion unravels the roots of Brandy's disorder, delves into coping mechanisms linked to trauma, and explores the unique challenges faced by someone in their middle years. Brandy reflects on a decade-long struggle...

ABOUT 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 Center for Eating Dis...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode, Meg explores the pivotal choice to break up with the scale on the path to recovery. Meg gives five compelling reasons to resist the effect of the scale, including the emotional ties, mood control, and impact on eating decisions. She discusses the fear of letting go and highlights how taking this brave action can greatly increase one's chances of full recove...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode, my dynamic co-host and soul sister Anne-Claire Jedrzejczak and I fearlessly dive into the complex realm of Eating Disorders, serving up the unfiltered "5 Hard Truths" about it from our YouTube Channel. ABOUT OUR GUEST Anne-Claire is a CCI Trained Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, Yoga Teacher and Co-Founder of The Recovery Collective! Anne Claire has liv...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode, we re-uploaded Holiday Replay Meg and Sammy discuss intuitive eating, combating holiday diet culture, handling unsolicited body and diet comments, and shares tips for responding gracefully. Learn how to navigate these situations, role-play potential scenarios, and discover when it's okay to walk away. ABOUT OUR GUEST Sammy Previte RD, LDN, CPT a Registered...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode, we had a fascinating discussion between Meg and Brianna. The two discuss the complex ways that race, religion, and culture connect with the development of eating disorders. By sharing her personal story, Brianna sheds light on her challenges and how they influenced her career as a specialist. As a dietician from Haiti, she considers the significant influence of...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode, Meg engages in a captivating conversation with Rachelle, exploring the world of eating disorders. Rachelle discusses her passion for podcasting to raise awareness and foster crucial discussions while sharing her rewarding experience of helping individuals decode the emotional messages embedded within their behaviors and urges. The episode further delves into the...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this week's episode, Meg  delves into the intricate connection between trauma responses and eating disorders. She explores the various instinctive reactions to stress – fighting, fleeing, freezing, or fawning – and how our autonomic nervous system takes control, driven by diverse life experiences and genetic factors. Meg emphasizes how these responses are rooted in our a...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this reuploaded episode, Meg engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani, shedding light on the critical question of when it's essential to seek treatment for eating disorders. Dr. Gaudiani delves into the inadvertent invalidation of eating disorders by medical professionals due to outdated science, traditional beliefs about body weight, and medica...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this week's episode, Meg takes the stage solo to explore the powerful concept of "taking up space" in the world of recovery. She discusses ten actionable ways for individuals to assert themselves, make recovery their own, and overcome the challenges that often come with it. Meg dives into the significance of setting personal goals, finding your voice, embracing...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode, Meg interviews Lydia on self-empowerment and personal transformation. Lydia shares her journey from crisis to thriving, emphasizing the power of not waiting and taking action despite fear. They discuss the concept of a diminished life, strategies to overcome fear, and Lydia's personal experiences. They also touch on empowering practices for women and how in...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode, Meg and Dr. Wiss explore Polarization in the Nutrition Space and the Importance of Nuance. They discuss Dr. Wiss' journey from addiction to nutrition, challenges in dietitian schools, the importance of dialectical thinking, and real-life examples of polarization. The conversation covers balancing support and food in recovery, distinguishing food addiction f...

ABOUT 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 s...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this week's episode, Meg converses with Marci, an eating disorder recovery expert. Marci shares her journey into this field, highlighting pivotal moments and her unique insights as a dietitian. They explore challenges related to body image, emphasizing constructive dialogues between professionals and clients. Marci's research delves into the complexity of body image...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEJoin Meg this week’s In this episode, as she interviews Shelly, and delves into the world of intuitive eating, discussing its relevance on busy and stressful days. Shelly shares her personal journey to becoming an intuitive eating counselor, shedding light on the challenges people face in their relationships with food and self-care. They address problematic messages that hinder s...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's solo episode, Meg unveils five potent strategies to reinvigorate your recovery journey. Discover the significance of candid communication with your treatment team, the benefits of enlisting a recovery coach for invaluable guidance, and the power of visualization to maintain motivation. Explore the transformative impact of embracing change in your life and the...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEJoin Meg this week’s episode as Merrit returns to the show for an empowering episode on "Conquering Bulimia." Delve into the impactful discussion about the struggles of overcoming bulimia's physical and mental toll. Merrit bravely shares their personal journey, shedding light on moments of healing and the strength that propelled them past the grip of bulimia. Throu...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's episode, Meg talks to Deb, an experienced anti-diet dietitian, about embracing one's true self and the idea of pro-aging. They discuss eating disorders among different age groups, focusing on adolescents, new mothers, and women in menopause. The concept of pro-aging challenges societal norms about aging and thinness, highlighting the harm of pursuing unre...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEJoin Meg on this week's episode, as she delves into the transformative power of affirmations. Meg explores the profound impact of affirmations on eating disorder recovery, mindset shifts, and personal growth. She shares her own experience of using affirmations to heal a negative money mindset and discusses the significant benefits that affirmations offer. From fostering self...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's episode Meg begins with a life update, sharing her excitement about becoming an aunt to her first niece and the ongoing adventure of finding a new home with her partner Dan. Meg then delves into the crucial subject of healing disordered exercise. She explores the signs of disordered exercise and offers a range of practical insights to guide listeners towards a...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode Meg invited back Anne-Claire for another discussion about an age-old question, “is recovery possible?” and the nuances behind the idea of full recovery. Join them as they answer the question themselves and what recovery looks like based on their personal lived experiences. In this episode you Meg and Ann-Claire will be sharing Carolyn Costin’s definition of recov...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's episode join Meg in a conversation with Jillian as she shares her personal journey that led her to a passionate career in eating disorder advocacy. Throughout the episode, they dive into the crucial importance of the eating disorder topic and its interplay with anxiety and isolation. Discover why eating disorders often thrive in isolation and learn to recogniz...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, Meg is joined by therapist Marcella to explore the world of Internal Family Systems Therapy and its profound impact on healing eating disorders. Marcella shares her personal journey to becoming a therapist specializing in eating disorders and what sparked her interest in Internal Family Systems as an effective therapeutic approach. Together, they dive deep into u...