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"The number of folks who identify as male and experience eating disorders is going up."
Take a listen as Registered Dietitian and Certified Body Trust provider Aaron Flores sheds light on the common barriers men face in eating disorder recovery, such as societal stereotypes and stigma, and hear how the power of community and compassionate connection can help bring healing.
Aaron reveals the key factors that aid in recovery for ALL genders, and offers heartfelt advice for men struggling with eating disorders.
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"Our body liberation is bound up in one another. None of us are free until we're all free."
Today's episode features registered dietitian, co-author of the book Reclaiming Body Trust and co-founder of The Center for Body Trust, Dana Sturtevant.
Dana is a gem of knowledge and inspiration on the topics of body trust, and working with the societal forces of diet culture and other oppressions on the path to recovery. 
Take a listen as she shares insights on how the societal trauma of living in a world that values smaller bodies disrupts your relationship with food, body, and self - and how to work through it to find trust in our bodies again.
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"It’s okay to be fat and to stay fat. It’s okay to not pursue intentional weight loss."
Today's episode features journalist and body liberation advocate Meghan De Maria. Take a listen as she uncovers her raw and transformative journey toward body acceptance and healing.
Delving into the pressures of societal ideals, personal battles with food and exercise, and the profound impact of weight stigma, Meghan's candid revelations offer not just a story of struggle but a beacon of hope.
Discover how she found solace in weight-inclusive communities and reshaped her self-worth, turning her life from one of relentless judgment to one of joy and empowerment. Meghan's captivating story inspires hope and healing for your own body image journey.
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Discover how waves of grief can guide you towards healing.
In this conversation, Hilary Kinavey, LPC, sheds light on the role of body grief. Take a listen as we explore the complex emotions tied to grief and body image, and how we can navigate them with compassion and self-awareness.
The 5 stages of body grief are:
1. Denial2. Anger3. Bargaining4. Depression5. Acceptance
Each stage is a crucial aspect of the healing process. Understanding them can provide clarity and direction on the path to recovery.
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"Exposure therapy is like jumping off a cliff when you can't see the bottom, and hoping there's a landing."
Dr. Carolyn Becker, leading expert in exposure therapy for eating disorders, breaks down how to effectively create and utilize a fear diary to help you find more peace and freedom with food & body.

Take a listen as she sheds more light on the most scientifically backed method for reducing fears in recovery. Hear specifically how fear diaries help you pinpoint and confront the triggers of food anxiety, transforming how you heal.

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Is it really possible to trust your body after living with an eating disorder?
Today's guest says YES. Body trust is a birth right, and you can find your way back to it again.
Licensed professional counselor, educator, author, and coach - Hilary Kinavey joins host Andrea Wells to unravel how societal pressures, fatphobia, and diet culture distort our natural ability to trust our bodies. Learn why setting boundaries is critical for personal recovery and how embracing a non-diet approach can lead to true healing.
If you're striving to reclaim trust in your body after living with an eating disorder, this episode is laden with empowering insights and guidance tailored just for you.
Take a listen to rediscover your body’s inherent wisdom and why reclaiming this trust is a radical and empowering act of rebellion against harmful societal messages. Let Hilary guide you on how to reshape your personal narrative towards health and self-acceptance.
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