Q&A with Julia: Fear of Judgment, Exercise After Recovery, Motherhood, and More

Join my free support group for monthly hot seat coaching: ⁠https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-support-group/⁠Welcome back, my loves! This week’s episode is a juicy one – it’s our monthly Q&A where Julia and I dive deep into your most vulnerable, heartfelt, and relatable questions. From how to give yourself permission to let go of the ED when you’re scared of judgment, to navigating free time, motherhood, and movement post-recovery… we cover it all.You’ll hear our personal experiences, client reflections, and direct, loving guidance – with a few laughs and tangents along the way (because would it even be a podcast with us if there weren’t?!).In this episode, we cover:🌀 What to do when you’re scared of being judged if your body changes🌀 Reframing “rebellion” from recovery🌀 How we approach exercise now (and how it’s evolved!)🌀 The fear of weight gain and how I faced it🌀 Recovery and motherhood – how your child can become your biggest why🌀 DBT vs CBT and how coaching is different🌀 Do I have food rules? How to tell when they’re sneaky🌀 Pre-meal affirmations, reminders, and tools to help you follow through🌀 Whether or not to eat more after exercise🌀 Free time guilt & how to lean into pleasureThis episode is full of gold, whether you’re at the very start of your journey or years into recovery. These questions are so universal, and there’s something here for everyone.As always:💌 Submit your questions via email for the next Q&A🎧 Rate + review the show if you love it – it helps so much🫶🏼 And share with a friend who needs support right now

🎙 Raw Coaching Session: Body Image, Worthiness & Ancestral Healing with ChristinaThis episode is a little different – you’re invited to witness a deeply powerful, real-time 1:1 coaching session between me and my beautiful client Christina.What began with a reflection on her increasing body size opened into something far deeper: childhood wounds, ancestral stories, suppressed rage, and a core belief that she was undeserving of love.Together, we got to the real root of her eating disorder. And through powerful emotional release and a guided meditation, we began rewriting the narrative in her body and her soul.This session is raw, sacred, and incredibly moving – and if you see yourself in any of what Christina shares, it may activate something profound in you too.IN THIS EPISODE WE EXPLORE:✨ The triggering moment that reawakened body shame✨ Why dieting is often a cry for parental approval✨ The link between postpartum pressure and feeling unworthy✨ The pain of performing perfection for emotionally unavailable caregivers✨ A powerful live meditation to honour the body and heal the lineageQUOTES TO REMEMBER:💬 “All we do – even as adults – is seek the love we never felt we deserved.”💬 “Your body has never been the problem. It’s been the messenger.”💬 “You are not here to shrink – you are here to be free.”IF THIS EPISODE SPOKE TO YOU:🌹 Join my free support group for hot seat coaching, daily shares & community🌹 Explore group coaching inside The Body Love Binge🌹 Or apply for private 1:1 support with me🔗 All links in bio or at www.victoriakleinsman.com

Meditation for inner worth and freedomEnjoy 💛

In this solo episode, I’m diving into my hot take on CBT — cognitive behavioural therapy — and why, although it’s helpful for eating disorder recovery, it’s absolutely not enough if you’re looking for full, lasting freedom.I’m sharing openly and passionately about:✨ What CBT does well (and why I still use parts of it in my coaching)✨ Why mindset work alone can’t heal trauma responses✨ How to translate “I feel fat” into what’s really going on underneath✨ What I believe is truly missing in most eating disorder recovery work✨ How to stop relapsing by getting to the root of it all — emotionally, spiritually, somatically✨ My own step-by-step recovery map that combines inner child work, nervous system healing, soul retrieval, and parts workThis one’s packed with insight — whether you’re in therapy, doing self-recovery, or supporting someone else. It’s time to go deeper, and I’m here to walk you through it.📌 I also mention:– My free support group with coaching calls & replays: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/– How to join the Body Love Binge group or apply for 1:1 support: https://victoriakleinsman.com/11-coaching/– Come hang on IG: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

In this deeply honest and uplifting conversation, I sat down with the beautiful Tegan Louise to chat all things recovery, healing, trauma, and how our beliefs about food and bodies are formed long before we even realise it.We went everywhere in this chat—attachment styles, inner child wounds, parenting, body image, sex, intimacy, fear of weight gain, people pleasing, and that moment you finally say, “I’ve had enough.”If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same cycle, or like your self-worth is hanging on the size of your jeans—this one’s for you.💥 In this episode, we cover:Why your food/body struggles always start in childhoodHow to recognise (and rewire) your attachment styleFeeling safe in your body after traumaReclaiming pleasure, joy & desireWhat recovery really means beyond just “eating more”My real-life moments of change: in the mirror, at the BBQ, and in bedHow coaching can transform your healing & what I offerIf you’ve ever asked yourself “Why do I still feel like this?” or “Is recovery actually possible for me?”—this episode will land like a warm, empowering hug.🔥 5 Epic Quotes to Highlight:“Have you had enough yet? If so—then it’s time to choose something different.”“Recovery isn’t about fixing your body. It’s about freeing your mind.”“You don’t have to wait to hit rock bottom. You just have to decide this isn’t good enough to stay.”“I used to cover my legs to ‘protect’ others from seeing my cellulite. Now I wear the damn dress.”“You are allowed to want more, just because you want it. Full stop.”📌 Useful links:💜 My free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/🌍 Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/📸 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by my incredible client Tara, who opens up about her 30-year journey with anorexia—and what finally helped her step into true freedom.This conversation is a deep, emotional, and honest exploration of what it really takes to recover after decades of struggle, secrecy, and perfectionism. Tara shares how a milestone birthday cracked her open, how trauma shaped her need for control, and how letting go of that control changed everything.💥 In this episode, we talk about:How childhood trauma planted the seeds of disordered eatingThe link between people pleasing, perfectionism, and restrictionWhy traditional routes didn’t work—and what didNavigating fear, body image shifts, and “future tripping”The decision to choose life, freedom, and fun over controlWhat real support looks like when it’s about YOU—not just the foodLife after recovery: confidence, invincibility, and finally being yourselfThis is one of the most inspiring recovery stories I’ve had the honour to share. If you’ve ever felt like it’s “too late” or that freedom just isn’t available for you… this episode will blow that myth wide open.💖 Tara’s message to you?The fear is so much worse than the reality. And the lightness in your head is so worth the heaviness in your body.🔥 5 Epic Quotes to Highlight:“The fear couldn’t hurt me. But the eating disorder could.”“I didn’t realise I was trying to fix two problems—until I learned they were one.”“I don’t want to be extra, extra small. My mind isn’t small anymore.”“You don’t need to go back. You just need to decide.”“I didn’t just gain weight—I gained peace, energy, and a whole new life.”📌 Useful links:💜 My free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/🌍 Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/📸 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

In this raw, unfiltered episode, I reunite with the incredible Susan and Christina to answer YOUR questions about recovery, body image, menopause, and navigating the complexities of diet culture—especially as women in their later years of life.We open up about the real symptoms of recovery, how our bodies and minds changed through the journey, and the deeper emotional shifts that come with true healing. From feeling out of breath during a walk to redefining what movement means, we speak to the very human experience of recovery.💬 Topics We Dive Into:The hardest physical symptoms in recovery (and how we coped)Recovery during and after menopauseWhat it really means to feel “part of the club” and how that changesLetting go of feeling superior through restrictionOur experiences with puberty, body change, and emotional impactHow we coped with weight gain (including scale addiction!)Why diet culture is not just harmful—but oppressiveTools we use daily to keep grounded in food and body freedomWhy true connection becomes possible only through authentic recovery💫 This is an especially important listen if you’ve ever thought:“I’ve been trying to recover but keep wanting to lose weight again”or“I feel like recovery isn’t for me at my age.”Spoiler: It absolutely is.🎧 Listen in and walk away with compassion, clarity, and a fresh breath of freedom. Recovery is possible at any age—and it is so worth it.Read Glennon Doyle's wise words here: https://community.kleinsman.co/c/free-support-group/glennon-doyle-s-wise-words📌 CONNECT WITH ME:✨ Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial✨ Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/✨ Email me with your thoughts or questions – I love hearing from you!🖤 And as always… you are worthy of love, freedom, and rest—no matter your size, no matter your age.

In this episode, I joined Emily for a deep and soulful conversation on the mini series she’s created – diving into real, raw, and essential truths about healing from an eating disorder.Here’s what we explored together:✨ My three most important lessons from recovery (and how they shifted everything).✨ The power of owning that no one is coming to save you – and why that’s the ultimate key to freedom.✨ How true healing goes far beyond food and body image… it’s about loving and fully accepting your authentic self.✨ Why fighting can only take you so far, and why surrender was my secret weapon.✨ What full recovery feels like (and why it’s so worth it).I also shared a personal story about how my healing journey unlocked self-expression, love, and deep peace – and how it still shapes the way I show up in my life today.Emily and I both agreed: Recovery was the hardest thing we’ve ever done. And it’s worth every second.💜 If you’re questioning whether to leap into recovery… let this be the nudge you need.Connect with me:🌍 Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/💜 Free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/📸 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficialAs always, I’d love to hear what landed most for you – drop me a message!

This episode is living proof that full recovery is possible—even without coaching or therapy. Michelle bravely shares how she fully healed her relationship with food and body using only podcast support… and a fierce decision to choose freedom.We talk about:✨ Her journey from subtle body checking and dieting to full food freedom✨ The turning point where she decided “enough is enough”✨ What it felt like to face weight gain, shame, and body image triggers—without turning back✨ How she learned to trust her body again (and the fears she had to walk through daily)✨ The unexpected freedom of not giving a f*ck about the number on the scale✨ Why “just eating” feels so revolutionary in a world that praises restrictionMichelle’s story is deeply validating for anyone who thinks they’re “not sick enough” or feels like recovery is only possible with 1:1 support. This conversation is a gentle but powerful reminder: you are not broken, you are not alone, and you are absolutely capable of full freedom.🔥 Epic Quotes:“I couldn’t begin to recover until I admitted I had something to recover from.”“I proved my fears wrong, over and over again. Nothing bad happened.”“You don’t need a new food system. You need to let go of needing one.”“It’s amazing to not know how much you weigh… and not care.”“Recovery is possible without support. But you have to show up for yourself. Fully.”💜 Connect & Explore More:👯‍♀️ Join my free support group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/🌐 Visit my website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/📲 IG: @victoriakleinsmanofficial

🎙️ Monthly Q&A with Julia: The Truth About Recovery, Fear & FreedomJoin Victoria and Julia for a short but power-packed Q&A session where they role-play the voices of the eating disorder vs. the healthy self (with some hilarity!), explore physical recovery symptoms, and get radically honest about the fears, resistance, and beautiful truths of choosing recovery.From dealing with exhaustion and edema to navigating the emotional highs and lows of healing, this episode is raw, real, and ultimately hopeful. Plus, they dive into listener questions around waiting to “have to” recover, creating a life beyond bulimia, and the real pros and cons of full recovery.This one’s a quickie—but oh so juicy.🎧 Topics include:A playful (and uncomfortable!) ED vs. Healthy Self dialoguePhysical symptoms of recovery like bloating, fatigue, brain fog, and more“Will I ever want recovery enough?”—navigating fear and avoidanceHow to start creating a life bigger than your eating disorderThe real (and surprising) pros and cons of recoveryVictoria’s personal postpartum shift in fitness & self-careWhy compassion is the most powerful recovery tool🧠 Quotes to remember:“You are not here to be normal. You’re here to be free.”“If it’s costing you your self-expression, love, and freedom… It’s too expensive.”“Your eating disorder is costing you the life you secretly want.”“Letting go is the way to grow.”🔗 Resources & Links:🎧 Julia’s episodes on recovery symptoms: Episodes 105 & 106🧡 Free Support Group: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-taste-test/💻 Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/📸 Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficialNote from Victoria 💛I value authenticity deeply. These show notes were created with the help of AI, but they come directly from my heart and my words, drawn from the podcast I created. Every sentence reflects the message I intended to share. I use AI as a tool—but the soul, the stories, and the truth are all mine.