Unrestrict-ED

In this episode, Emily and Han speak through procrastination. The key takeaways are:Shut the door to non-aligned actionsStarting the day boldlyMindset of: food comes firstSet yourself up to win (e.g., meal time parameters, phone alarms)Dismantle the pedestal of perfection via nourishment

The question ‘what’s the point in having a small, more energy-dense snack if it doesn’t fill me up as much as a low-density, more voluminous one?”. The key the takeaways are:Full recovery = full neural rewiring + full nutritional rehabilitationA caloric ceiling is the issueVolume eating a restrictive behaviour You cannot outsmart / hack your bodyThe goal is not to maximise fullness from the smallest amount of energyYou cannot go left and right at the same timeNotice where fear of hunger is turning up

In this episode Emily and Han discuss practically navigating extreme hunger. The key takeaways are:Be cautious about EH contentHunger is not the enemyEat more than more than enough, consistently. Keep replenishing your stocks of abundance Be patient with the process. Your ED doesn’t have to be on board.Q: Where has not honouring got you so far?

In this episode, Emily and Han discuss why there may be a desire to immediately go to bed after finishing eating in the evening. The reasons discussed include:The important/interesting events of the day being over - according to an energy deprived brainA rigid meal plan ceiling having been metAvoidance of eating more/mental hungerAvoidance of emotions, thoughts, sitting in the storm

In this episode, Emily and Han discuss how to overcome the Eds judgement that you are not 'unwell enough' to pursue recovery. The key takeaway points are:Recovery isn't something you earn by pleasing the ED enough.ED is a neural network system, not an entity.A system based on self abandonment has no agenda to permit fully recovery.Nobody who is healthy wishes to be more unwell.Other people's behaviour isn't a reliable measure of your recovery needs. Recovery on your terms, rather than the Eds terms.Don’t try to reason or justify your way out of this.

In this episode, Emily and Han discuss ensuring recovery happens when navigating difficult life circumstances. The key takeaways are:This is WHY recovery is so important: to be able to navigate future circumstances like this (which are inevitable) with compassion and a nourished brain and body.Old patterns cannot be an optionAssess how you are keeping other life plates spinning and use those same strategies Being mechanical with use of a solid minimumSetting yourself up to winKeeping it simple Focus on energy densityCall out ED-BS. Yes, you should be recovery right now.You do have the skills. Repurpose those.

In this episode Emily and Han discuss the longevity of extreme hunger. The key takeaways are:Extreme hunger isn’t the problem. It’s the solution your body has chosen.Consistency of cue response is of paramount importanceReaching full nutritional rehabilitation is a non-negotiable for the body to move out of 'extreme' responses Recovery eating isn’t supposed to look ‘normal’Permitting rest is a core component of the body feeling safety.Your job is to remove all tendrils of ED

In this episode, Emily and Han discuss absent hunger. If you are keen to hear more on the latter element of this question, please do check out our episode* on eating in the evening hours that we recorded in 2024. The key takeaways from today are:The need to ‘wake your body up’ through mechanical eating Provide a base of adequacy in accordance with any mental hunger whipsers Notice how anxiety impacts your connection with your cuesGet in a backbone rhythm inFocus on ‘and’ nor ‘or’.*episode release on 1st Oct 2024

In this episode, Emily and Han discuss the experience of finding abundance and deliciousness threatening. The key takeaway points are….Bland and non-highly palatable foods often feels more familiar, safe and consistent Delicious tasty food is often more energy denseRecovery = going towards perceived threatAllow yourself to burst out of the survival stateCelebrate wider life abundance + pleasure + comfort Ensure portion abundance of the delicious foodIf you would like to sign up for the newsletter, please let us know here: https://recover-ed.wixforms.com/f/7458167267222619353

In this episode, Han and Emily discuss what it feels like to be in energy balance. The key takeaways are: It’s not based on a number.Reduction in mental hungerFood aspects of life feel more important - life feels colourfulAuthentic energy levels stabilise Your body functions stabilise long term (digestion, sleep, hormonal health)Food feels simpleYou can maintain your body size without constant controlHunger and fullness feel more trustworthyNight time feels less sacred

In this episode, Han & Emily chat through permission seeking. The key takeaways are:Act boldlyBuilding trust comes after actionCome back to the word unconditionalTune into the ways that your body is giving you permissionStep back from ED thoughts. Add healthy self pairings.Set your ambitions highProviding unwavering self-support provides a sense of safety.Connect to your why and inner wisdomAccept uncertaintyForge forward regardless of an orange/ red light

In this episode, Emily and Han discuss who to ‘let in’ to your recovery. The key takeaways are:Owning your recovery doesn’t mean doing it alone.It’s okay if your circle is small.You do not owe sharing your recovery. You can choose the depth that you share.As recovery evolves - your support system can too.You can start small and test the waters (e.g., by sending a recovery resource).Who do you need to tell to protect and preserve your recovery?

In this episode, Han and Emily discuss navigating physical discomforts in recovery. The key takeaways are:The body recalibrating is not a linear pathwayRest Warmth Eating regularity Comfortable clothingPrioritise recovery (and full nutritional rehabilitation)Permit cave bear mode!