Eating Disorder Recovery At Christmas: Creating Routine & Planning for Success

In this episode I am joined by the dietician Sophia Boothby (aka eatforyoudietician) to delve into all things eating disorders and dietetics, which is kinda important given that food is the phobia! We delve into so much: - The role of family and social media on eating habits - Importance of meal planning in recovery - Gut health and IBS in recovery - Why you shouldn't push back breakfast - How to make the most of your dietetic appointments - Why you shouldn't fear carbohydrates - Eating for your menstrual health - Devastating impact of low blood glucose levels LINKS Book a FREE 15min consult with Sophia Boothby @honeyareyouhappy

Great, you're starting therapy, but how do we be sure we'll get the most from it? and what if we've had bad experiences in the past? what is our responsibility? and how do other aspects of recovery impact how well we engage with therapy? In this episode I provide my top tips for making the most of therapy and explore each of these questions in detail.

In this episode I explore the role of acceptance and responsibility (externalising vs internalising struggle) in recovery from an eating disorder. I always promote journaling throughout recovery and provide reflective questions to help you delve deeper into the areas of acceptance and responsibility in your own recovery. Connect with me: @honeyareyouhappy

In this episode I talk through how to apply the skill 'opposite action' in recovery from an eating disorder. Opposite action is a skill from Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). I give personal insights, plenty of examples and practical advice around how to successfully utilise this skill in your own recovery. If you found this episode useful please leave the podcast a rating and a review as it really supports the free content I create for you on Spotify. @honeyareyouhappy Get support now from BEAT (UK only)

In this episode I am joined by Jade Attwood - personal trainer with lived experience of recovering from AN - to answer all the questions you wrote to me on Instagram about exercise in recovery. Follow for more: Honey, Are You Happy

In this episode I am joined by Rheanna Norfolk (aka @rediscoveringrheanna ) to talk about managing weight restoration in recovery, body image, overcoming challenges in recovery, developing self compassion and finding hope through recovery accounts online. If you value the content I create please leave a rating and a review as it really helps us reach & inspire more people. Thank you!

In this episode I am joined by Dr Chuks Nwuba. Chuks is a London based mental health doctor who has a particular interest in eating disorders. He has the most impressive resume, being voted one of the Powerful Media's Top 10 Black Future Leaders 2017-18, he is the Clinical Lead for Mind of the Student charity and a member of the Association of Black Psychiatrists. If that's not enough for you, he's also got his first book being launched this February, 'Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate', available for pre-order here. In this episode we speak about: Challenges treating eating disorders BMI debate and issues around capacity Impact of the pandemic on sufferers and services Importance of carers experiences Why 'Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate' may be the most important book you read this year. CONNECT WITH US Follow Dr Chuks on Instagram and Twitter Follow 'Honey, are you Happy?' on Instagram

Today I am joined by the lovely Tori Peyton aka @GrowwithTori who after deciding to post about her recovery on social media 9 months ago has become somewhat of a recovery icon, reaching over 33 thousand people with her message of hope, faith, encouragement and support. Tori shares insights into her own recovery journey thus far, including coming to terms with trauma, finding faith, reaching breaking point and how developing curiosity and compassion toward herself has helped her face change. **Trigger Warning** This episode contains references to sexual abuse, depression and eating disorders. If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in this episode please seek help from your nearest mental health support lines. CONNECT WITH TORI Instagram Blog & Journals TikTok CONNECT WITH JOSS Instagram

In the final episode of 2023 I am addressing how you can challenge your eating disorder thoughts when you are faced with food. For more support please head to BEAT their hotlines and webchats are open 365 days a year. Follow me on Instagram

For many in recovery from an eating disorder Christmas feels overwhelming due to the lack (or change) of routine and availability of food. In this short but very sweet episode I cover the importance of creating a routine for Christmas events, shifting the focus from food to festivities and much more. @honeyareyouhappy