Recover To Flourish | Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast

Welcome to another episode of Recover to Flourish! Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes the inevitable pressure to have the "perfect" summer body. But here's the thing—we're here to challenge that notion and help you manage those body image issues like a boss! Join me, your host Ciandra, as we dive into the juicy topic of navigating body image struggles during the su...

Join me, Ciandra Birnbaum, as I dive into the topic of the desire to be "normal" in eating disorder recovery. We'll explore how this longing can impact our journey towards intuitive eating and why the concept of "normal" is subjective and elusive.  I'll share practical steps for self-exploration, education, and honouring our individuality. Let's redefine what normal mea...

In this solo episode of Recover to Flourish, I explore the link between perfectionism and eating disorders. I discuss how the pursuit of flawlessness and high standards can contribute to the development of eating disorders. I share practical strategies to address perfectionistic traits and discuss the impact of societal pressures.  Join me as we untangle this complex connection and provide hope fo...

In this collaboration episode of Recover to Flourish, I had the pleasure of being invited onto the full and thriving podcast, which we are co-releasing.   Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of challenging fear foods. We discuss the timing individuals should try to start confronting fear foods. I provide my perspective on when it might be the right time to face these challenging foods an...

In this episode of Recover to Flourish, I had the pleasure of welcoming a remarkable guest, Alfie Ward, to the show. Join us as we delve into a deeply personal and insightful conversation about the unique challenges faced by transgender and disabled individuals in their journey to overcome eating disorders. Alfie, a courageous advocate and an inspiration to many, shares their lived experiences and...

In this episode, I open up about my own journey with an eating disorder, sharing the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way. Join me as I discuss the various aspects of my struggle, including the underlying factors that contributed to my eating disorder, the impact it had on my mental and physical health, and the steps I took to seek help and embark on the road to recovery. I aim...

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I am excited to have Sophie B, an online recovery and journal coach, join me to share her expertise on the power of journaling in eating disorder recovery. As someone who has struggled with an eating disorder, I understand how challenging the recovery journey can be. That's why I'm grateful to have Sophie share her story and insights on h...

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I unveil the truth about extreme hunger in eating disorder recovery. Through this solocast, I share my personal experience with extreme hunger and how it can be a natural and necessary part of the recovery process. I provide insights on how to recognise extreme hunger, how to cope with it, and the importance of trusting your body's signals. W...

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I am joined by Emily Spence, an eating disorder recovery coach and ED survivor. Emily shares her expertise on how to get out of quasi-eating disorder recovery, where individuals may feel stuck in their progress or have experienced a setback. Emily provides practical advice on how to recognise the signs of quasi-recovery and offers helpful tips on...

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, we're joined by Cami Nelson, an inspiring eating disorder survivor turned advocate. Cami shares her personal journey of recovery and how she found hope along the way. As someone who has been through the difficult process of overcoming an eating disorder, Cami understands the importance of finding hope and positivity in recovery. She discusses...

In this episode of the Recover to Flourish podcast, I sit down with Dr. Cristina Castagnini, a licensed psychologist and eating disorder specialist, to discuss the challenges of navigating romantic relationships while in eating disorder recovery. Dr. Castagnini shares her expertise on how eating disorders can impact romantic relationships and offers advice on communication, boundaries, and self-ca...

In this episode of Recover to Flourish, I dive into a topic that many individuals with eating disorders struggle with: feeling like they are not "sick enough" for recovery. As someone who has experienced this feeling myself, I know how challenging it can be to seek help and support when you feel like your symptoms aren't "bad enough." Through my own experience and research, I e...

In this episode of Recover to Flourish, I sit down with Meg McCabe, a CCI Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and Founder of The Recovery Collective, to discuss strategies for challenging eating disorder thoughts and promoting recovery. Meg shares her personal experience with eating disorders and how she overcame her own negative self-talk to achieve a healthier relationship with food and her...

In this episode of Recover to Flourish, I am joined by Award Winning Dietitian, TV Presenter and Eating Disorders Specialist, Priya Tew to discuss the crucial role of metabolism in eating disorder recovery. Priya shares valuable insights on how to heal your metabolism after an eating disorder, including practical tips for restoring a healthy relationship with food and exercise. If you're on th...

Welcome to the Recover To Flourish podcast, where we explore all aspects of eating disorder recovery. In today's episode, we'll be discussing body image and how to rebuild a positive body image in eating disorder recovery. Body image is a complex topic that can be challenging to navigate, especially for those in recovery. Negative body image is a common struggle among individuals with eati...

Welcome to this episode of our podcast, where we delve into the complex interplay between loneliness, grief, and eating disorder recovery. Loneliness and grief are feelings that most of us experience at some point in our lives.  In this episode, I speak with Joss Walden (@honeyareyouhappy), who provides insight into how loneliness and grief can impact those with eating disorders. We explore the em...