ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this week's episode, Meg delves into the profound impact of effective communication on the journey of eating disorder recovery. Throughout the episode, Meg explores three distinct communication styles, each playing a unique role in shaping the recovery process. Sign up for FREE webinar with Dr. Anita Johnston and Meg McCabe on January 18th:https://thecollectivecafe.com/Take the FREE recovery communication style quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/658dc9120a89a200146cf84dJoin The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 transformative force in the journey towards recovery and in fostering a healthier relationship with food. They navigate through the nuanced dynamics of communication, drawing attention to its direct link to the healing process. ABOUT OUR GUESTDr. Anita Johnston is a distinguished clinical psychologist, accomplished author, and a renowned expert in the fields of eating disorders and women's issues. Widely acknowledged for her groundbreaking contributions, Dr. Johnston is best known for her influential book, "Eating in the Light of the Moon." Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to helping individuals struggling with eating disorders, advocating for a holistic approach that addresses emotional, psychological, and spiritual facets of recovery. Her expertise and commitment have made her a leading figure in the field, and her insights promise to enrich our exploration of assertive communication and its profound role in healing.Checkout Dr. Anita:Website: https://dranitajohnston.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dranitajohnston/Take the Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/658dc9120a89a200146cf84dJoin The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT EPISODEJoin 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 people’s lives.Checkout Imogen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_powering/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/impowered_pod/Join The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 with shame, the impact of motherhood on her recovery, and pivotal moments that led to healing. The conversation touches on therapy experiences, recovery perspectives, and ends with Brandy's advice for those currently battling eating disorders. The episode closes with information on how listeners can connect with Meg and Brandy for support or to share their own stories.ABOUT OUR GUESTBrandy Walker, the Owner & CEO of Recover You, is a passionate and dedicated Certified Independent Recovery Coach (CCIEDC). Having grappled with her own eating disorder, disordered thoughts, and body dysmorphic disorder for over three decades, Brandy emerged from a comprehensive recovery process and stands fully recovered today. Alongside a 25+ year consulting career, she founded Recover You, LLC in 2019, gradually transitioning into a full-time recovery coaching practice. Brandy's approach is rooted in values, guiding clients to explore the alignment of their eating disorder behaviors with their core values, such as compassion, empathy, integrity, autonomy, and empowerment. Certified by the Carolyn Costin Institute (CCI) and trained under eating disorder expert Carolyn Costin, M.A., M.Ed., M.F.T., Brandy is also equipped with expertise in the iMove Method, developed by Amy Gardner, MS, CEDRD, RYT. This certification enables her to support clients on their journey to heal from compulsive exercise. Brandy's commitment to recovery and her unique blend of experience and training make her a compassionate and effective guide in the pursuit of healing and well-being.Checkout Brandy:Website: https://recoveryoullc.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoveryoullc/Join The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 GUESTAmy Pershing is an Anti-Diet Therapist and Binge Eating Disorder pioneer and expert. She is the Center for Eating Disorders (CED) Clinical Director in Ann Arbor Michigan. In 1993, she developed “Bodywise™” a comprehensive treatment program to serve a growing population of clients coming to the center with binge eating disorder (BED). Her approach also integrates “attuned” eating and movement and a “health at every size” philosophy. Amy lectures and teaches internationally on the treatment of BED for professional and lay communities; she has been featured on radio, podcast, and television speaking about BED treatment and recovery, relapse prevention, weight stigma, and attuned eating and movementCheckout Amy:Website: https://www.thebodywiseprogram.com/Join The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 recovery, all based on her own experience.Join The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 GUESTAnne-Claire is a CCI Trained Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, Yoga Teacher and Co-Founder of The Recovery Collective! Anne Claire has lived experience with an eating disorder and is fully recovered. Anne Claire uses a combination of training and personal experience to work collaboratively with her clients and their treatment team to meet their recovery goals and transform their relationship with food, their bodies, and so they can live a healthy, authentic, and fulfilling life.Checkout Anne-ClaireWebsite: https://www.pathtorecovered.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/path_to_recoveredJoin The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 GUESTSammy Previte RD, LDN, CPT a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer, owner of Find Food Freedom, co-host of What The Actual Fork Podcast, and host of the Find Food Freedom Podcast! Sammy enjoys working with all different populations. Her favorite part about being a dietitian is helping others create peace with food. Many people believe that dietitians are the food police–this is simply untrue. Sammy believes that food was made to provide our bodies with nourishment and pleasure. Sammy treats each client with individualized care based on their specific needs. Sammy and the entire team at Find Food Freedom are proud to say that they do not support the $72 billion diet industry. Find Food Freedom is rooted in Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size (HAES). Find Food Freedom believes that all humans deserve fair, unbiased health care regardless of the size of their bodies.Checkout Sammy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dietitiansammy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammypreviteJoin The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 her identity on her profession and considers the crucial moment when a black therapist's advice got her started. The pair explores the significant impact that traditional cuisine and cultural assimilation have on adults who are struggling with eating problems. In addition, Brianna discusses the significance of religion and argues for greater diversity in the dietetics sector, highlighting the necessity of change.ABOUT OUR GUESTBrianna Theus, the brainchild behind The Celestial Life and a committed registered dietician in southwest Connecticut. Brianna is a nutrition counselor that specializes in helping people with eating disorders and other medical conditions have a healthy connection with food. The Celestial Life provides personalized baked products, cooking classes, and counseling. After working in residential eating disorder facilities and clinical settings, Brianna realized that treating eating disorder sufferers on an outpatient basis was her true calling. Motivated by the idea that "you are altogether beautiful, my darling. There is no flaw in you" (Song of Songs 4:7), she hopes to restore the joy and connection that come from sharing food.Checkout Brianna:Website: https://www.thecelestiallife.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecelestialliferd/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannatheus/Join The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...

ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn 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 protective role of eating disorder symptoms, offering insightful examples of the functions they serve. They explore the process of understanding and processing emotions through behaviors and urges, emphasizing the significance of this journey. Additionally, the conversation addresses the consequences of emotional suppression and the intricate path of guiding individuals toward embracing their emotions and embarking on a healing journey.ABOUT OUR GUESTRachelle Heinemann, LMHC, CEDS, is a licensed mental health counselor, eating disorder, and analytic therapist who specializes in guiding ambitious women through life's emotional intricacies, particularly those dealing with issues like disordered eating, depression, and anxiety. Rachelle works with clients in New York City and Brooklyn, offering them a safe, non-judgmental space to authentically explore their thoughts, behaviors, and reactions, fostering personal growth, self-confidence, and more meaningful connections. She is also the host of the "Understanding Disordered Eating Podcast," where she delves into the complexities of disordered eating and provides valuable insights and support, drawing from her expertise as a therapist. Her approach emphasizes the transformative potential of deep, long-term therapy, setting it apart from quick-fix solutions that tend to yield fleeting results.Checkout Rachelle:Website: https://www.rachelleheinemann.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelleheinemann/Podcast: https://www.rachelleheinemann.com/podcastJoin The Recovery Collective:https://recoverycollective.mykajabi.com/Download and Listen to these free 200 eating disorder recovery affirmations: megmccabe.lpages.co/200-recovery-affirmations/ Grab your Full and Thriving Merch!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching consultation with Meg http://bit.ly/3A1Cw5r The Recovery Collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_recoverycollective/ Watch and Subscribe to The Meg and Anne-Claire Show https://bit.ly/3cdHfIx Meg's website: www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram: www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ Support the show by purchasing anti-diet merchandise here: www.etsy.com/shop/RecoveryCollective ...