Rewired

Whilst not everyone experiences it, weight gain is an unavoidable part of many people’s recoveries. In this episode of Rewired, we dive into our own weight restoration journeys, unpacking the fears, challenges, and tools we used along the way.We discuss how our perspectives shifted, body changes, big “spikes” on the scale – and why eating disorders and fully living life couldn’t coexist. From set point theory to dealing with comments, navigating body image to releasing control, we explore what helped us get through it – how things changed – and why, despite the fears, it was worth it.Topics covered:The fears and realities of weight gain What weight gain actually means – personally and societallyThe empty promises (and threats) your ED makes The body vs. the life it enablesDealing with comments and compliments Weight targets, set point theory, and letting go of controlThe role of perfectionism and recovery rulesFear foods, consistency and trying to hack the “formula”The biology of ED behaviours Social media curation and protecting your recovery spaceAccepting change: choosing a value-aligned life over a body-focused oneConnect with us:Meg:Instagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafia:Email: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachMember of the Beyond Body Coaching team: Beyond Body CoachingEm [copywriter & editor]:@em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so should not be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery. 

In this episode of The Rewired Podcast, Meg and Safia dive into the importance of food challenges in eating disorder recovery. We explore why fear foods develop, how avoidance keeps us stuck, and the role of exposure in rewiring our thoughts around food. Drawing from our own lived experiences, we share the challenges we faced, practical strategies for tackling fear foods, and the mindset shifts that helped us push through the discomfort.

The Holidays can be such a difficult time if you have an eating disorder. In this episode we largely focus on Christmas, but this can apply to any holiday you celebrate which can disrupt your routine, bring you around different people, expose you to different foods and comments, and generally create stress for you. We chat around our own experiences of managing the holidays in our recoveries, and how to take actions over the holiday period which move you towards where you want to go in life (aligned actions), and keep you prioritising your recovery so that when the day/season passes you are still on track.Topics covered:•⁠ Some of the difficulties of the Christmas period with an ED•⁠ ⁠Handling comments•⁠ ⁠Handling different eating times and unknown routines•⁠ Practicing different foods in advance•⁠ ⁠Clothing and Christmas outfits•⁠ ⁠Seeing this year as a stepping stone for next year•⁠ Managing that need to show up as a ‘super happy’ version of you•⁠ ⁠New Years - resolution setting and reflecting on another year passingConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

Embodiment in Recovery with Holly SundayThis week, we’re joined by the lovely Holly Sunday: co-founder of Hi Beautiful ED Recovery Coaching, co-host of the Beyond Body podcast, and fellow coach at Beyond Body Coaching.We look at what it means to truly ‘be’ in your body again — and discuss all the difficult feelings that come up at the prospect, especially after years of struggling against that same body. Holly shares her own story of finding full recovery, how she brings embodiment into her work with clients, and the practices that helped her reconnect with herself.We’ll also explore the process of learning to feel safe in yourself again; using curiosity as a tool; the power of stillness — and the small, joyful rituals that make daily life feel more grounded, be that silent retreats or rediscovering the pleasure of cooking again!Topics covered:* What embodiment means and why it matters* Holly’s journey to full recovery and coaching* Practical ways to reconnect with your body* The joy of cooking and mindful nourishment* Finding stillness through silent retreats* The role of mindfulness in recovery* Words of wisdom for early recoveryResources mentioned:* Befriending Your Body – Ann Saffi Biasetti* Embodiment and the Treatment of Eating Disorders – Catherine CookConnect with usHollyWebsite: [https://hibeautiful.com.au](https://hibeautiful.com.au)Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/hi.beautiful](https://www.instagram.com/hi.beautiful)____TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@aspoonfullofsunday](https://www.tiktok.com/@aspoonfullofsunday)Substack: [https://aspoonfullofsunday.substack.com](https://aspoonfullofsunday.substack.com)MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: [hello@safiaed.com]Website: https://www.safiaed.comDISCLAIMERPlease keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

Tackling Movement CompulsionsWhat happens when movement stops being joyful and starts being a rule you can’t break? In this episode, Meg speaks with Safia about her experience of exercise compulsion during her eating disorder – how it developed, what it cost, and how she began to rebuild a balanced relationship with movement.We talk about the impact of overexercise on mental, physical and social health, and the subtle ways compulsions can still show up even in recovery. From stress responses to value alignment, we explore practical ways to loosen the grip of movement rules and manage triggers — all with the ultimate aim of reconnecting with your body in a more compassionate way.Finally, we touch on how the Recovery in Action course supports those struggling with exercise compulsions – including its dedicated week on movement — and how to sign up if this sounds helpful for you. Topics covered:* When exercise becomes unhealthy* How movement compulsions affect mind, body and relationships* The difference between discipline and distress* Practical tools to rebuild trust with rest* Navigating triggers and social pressure* Balancing bone health and recovery needs* Reframing movement through valuesConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

Hope Virgo: Recovery, Faith & Advocating for ChangeHope Virgo is a multi-award winning campaigner, speaker and author of three amazing books: ‘Stand Tall Little Girl’, ‘Hope Through Recovery’ and ‘You Are Free (Even If You Don’t Feel Like It)’. In this inspiring episode, she candidly shares her own personal experience of suffering from an eating disorder and offers lots of great practical recovery tips to stay motivated. With her super cute newborn cuddled up on her throughout this is an episode not to be missed. Topics covered:-Hope’s experience of pregnancy and motherhood, the overwhelming gratitude for her little one as well as the more challenging messaging around food and body that she received when pregnant. -Her concerns regarding calories being put on menus and the prevalence of diet culture in children that she has become aware of from speaking in schools.-The campaigns she has spearheaded: #DumpTheScales and #ChangeTheStory-Her beautifully written, raw and relatable memoir: ‘You Are Free (Even If You Don’t Feel Like It)’ in which she includes reflective exercises, insightful interviews and advice from her own experiences.-Why to fight for full recovery and how to break out of the halfway house, stuck-in-the-mud stage of recovery.-The role her faith has played in her recovery.-Advice for how to reach out to others you can be vulnerable with for support and motivation.-Great ideas for supporting loved ones suffering from an eating disorder on their recovery journey.  You can find us on social media:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.comHope Instagram: @hopevirgo_Resources Hope mentioned:https://feast-ed.org/feast-30-days/https://firststepsed.co.uk/Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

In this bonus episode, we take a deeper dive into our upcoming Recovery In Action workshop, running from November 9th to 30th, 2025. We unpack the structure, share how it came to life, and reflect on how we wanted to create something which we wish we’d had during our own recovery journeys.This workshop blends our professional coaching tools with our lived experience to help you build a personalized toolbox of strategies for real-time change. It’s all about empowering you to shift your mindset and take action—right in the moment.We’re also so excited to be joined by some amazing participants from our May Recovery In Action cohort, who share their insights and experiences from the last workshop.If this sounds like something you’d be interested in joining, we’d love to hear from you, and there are spots still available. Reach out via Instagram or any of the contact channels below to sign up or ask us any questions. [SOCIAL HANDLES]MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recovery SafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone [DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

Tools, Triggers & Body Image with with Mia FindlayIn this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Mia Findlay, founder of Beyond Body Coaching and the What Mia Did Next YouTube channel (@whatmiadidnext). Mia is an eating disorder recovery coach, speaker, and advocate who helped train both of us in our own coaching practice.Together, we dig into some of the most common challenges in recovery – from body image and boundaries to fear foods and calorie counting. Mia also shares how her experience of living with endometriosis has influenced her recovery journey and the compassion she brings to her coaching work — be that navigating triggers, trying to separate physical health needs from disordered thoughts, or building a unique recovery toolkit. Topics covered:* Managing body image in recovery and beyond* The intersection of chronic illness and EDs* Adapting advice to your individual needs* Moving away from calorie counting* Tools for challenging fear foods (and urges to compensate)* Dialoguing: what it is and when to use it* Creating healthy boundaries* Coaching support and how to connect with Mia[SOCIAL HANDLES]Connect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.comMia FindlayWebsite: [https://www.beyondbodycoach.com](https://www.beyondbodycoach.com)Instagram: [@whatmiadidnext](https://www.instagram.com/whatmiadidnext)YouTube: What Mia Did NextEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

Practical Tips and ToolsThere’s no quick fix for recovery – but there are tools that can help ease those overwhelming moments. Today, we’re exploring practical techniques that can make a difference, drawing on our own experiences as eating disorder recovery coaches. We talk about what coaching is, how it differs from therapy, and how it can complement other forms of support. From metaphors and mantras to transitional objects and time-hopping, we hope you find that some of these strategies bridge the gap between awareness and action – and help you stay grounded in your bigger picture when things feel tough.Topics covered:·      Coaching, therapy, and how they can work together·      On building a toolkit for recovery·      Transitional objects: what they are and how to use them·      Using metaphors and analogies·      Time-hopping – using milestones and memories·      It's okay to be repetitive! The power of reiteration·      “Bucketing” your actions ·      The concept of the shield: protecting your recovery·      Shining the spotlightConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.com[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

In today’s episode, we’re exploring the emotional terrain of weight gain in eating disorder recovery. While not everyone experiences weight restoration as part of their healing process, it’s often an unavoidable and important aspect of recovery — and can equally bring up a lot of challenging feelings for many people. We both had very different reactions to regaining weight and letting go of weight suppression — even though, having committed to the process, we found ourselves at the same point in the end: freedom around food and our bodies.It’s raw, real, and hopefully a reminder that you’re not alone in this part of the journey.Topics covered:- The ambivalent feelings we had in letting go of old clothes - The strength (or blind faith!) it takes to keep going week after week- The strategies that helped us stay grounded- Reframing how you look at photos- Releasing rigid targets
Connect with us: Meg 
Instagram: @megsy_recovery
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Email: hello@safiaed.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)
Instagram: @em_schone Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

In this episode, Meg and Saf dive into the theme of control – how it shows up in eating disorders, and why it feels so hard to let go. They explore the underlying drive for control, how it impacts day-to-day life, and why loosening its grip is such a crucial part of recovery.They share some of the “rules” they once lived by – from minimum amounts and rigid routines to choosing the most boring versions of food – and how those rules stripped away freedom and connection with others.You’ll hear honest reflections on:Why the need for control feels so powerful in EDsThe hidden costs of staying controlledPractical ways to challenge those rulesThe freedom, flexibility, and joy that come from letting goConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: hello@safiaed.comhttps://www.safiaed.com/Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

What if decades of struggle didn’t mean recovery was out of reach? In this episode, we’re joined by fellow coach and passionate recovery advocate, Pamela St. Clair, who found freedom after living with an eating disorder for much of her life. Her story is a powerful reminder that change is possible – no matter your age, situation or lived experience.  Together, we talk about the realities of suffering with an eating disorder for years: the grief and anger, but also the perspective and strength that come with time. From community to values, stereotypes to body changes, Pamela shares what helped her step into recovery, and what life looks like now in full colour.  Topics covered: ·      Pamela’s story – what sparked the change·      Finding (and building) a supportive community·      Diet culture, advocacy, and turning anger into action·      What matters to you? How to live value-aligned ·      Time, grief, and the power of perspective ·      Recovery and ageing: gaining tools for the future·      Finding strength in surrender ·      The “ED shield”: protecting your bigger picture·      How the brain changes through recoveryConnect with us: MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recovery SafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.com Pamela St. ClairWebsite: https://www.pamelaevarecovery.com/aboutFacebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/eatingdisorderecovery/ Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone [DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery. 

Living with an eating disorder means that, more often than not, food and movement are tied to a hidden checklist of rules and conditions. In this episode of Rewired, we take a closer look at these “food formulas" — the countless justifications and restrictions that dictate daily life. From the outside, it can go unnoticed, but on the inside, the mental stress can be unrelenting: Am I meeting the condition? Did I tick the right box? Is this safe enough?We unpack what it's really like to live with these invisible rules, how exhausting it feels to keep up with them, and the illusion of control they seem to offer. Then, we explore why breaking free is so important. Through systematic challenging, repeating without compensating, and dismantling the rules, food and movement no longer require all those metal gymnastics — and full, unconditional recovery becomes possible.Connect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

In this episode, we dive into the tricky area of quasi recovery — that in-between place where you might have taken steps toward healing from an eating disorder, but still find yourself holding onto certain rules, fears, or safety nets that keep them from full freedom. We’ll unpack what quasi recovery looks like, why it can feel so comfortable (yet so limiting), and how to recognise if you’re stuck there yourself. We’ll also explore practical ways to move beyond it, so you can experience the full, vibrant recovery you truly deserve.Topics covered- Our experiences of quasi recovery- What kept us trapped- What helped us to move beyond & fully recover- Eating disorders & identity- Filling the ‘void’ after the ED goes- Weight targets - Wanting to recover ‘perfectly’Resources mentioned:- Blog by Emily Troscianko: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-hunger-artist/201402/recovering-from-anorexia-how-and-why-not-to-stop-halfway/ampConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

Skinny Doesn’t Equal HappinessIt’s a story eating disorders love to tell: that thinness guarantees happiness. That smaller equals better. That once your body changes, everything will fall into place. In this episode, we break that illusion. We talk about how meaning gets placed onto bodies, and look at tools to help build distance and start rewiring automatic thoughts. From TikTok trends to ‘bad photos’, we explore how these beliefs are formed, what keeps them going – and how to challenge them in the moment. We also reflect on what happiness actually feels like in recovery, and what’s changed for us now that freedom isn’t hinged on how we look. Topics covered:• When size takes on meaning  • The media’s role in promoting body ideals• Awareness, autopilot, and rewiring beliefs• Body image “then vs now”• ED highs and real happiness – what’s the difference?• Social media and SkinnyTok• Completing the picture• The “tick box” ED life (and what it costs you)• Motivation vs commitment: choosing action• Using the “glass dome” to protect your peaceConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recovery SafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comBeyond Body Coaching: www.beyondbodyimage.com/ Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone [DISCLAIMER] Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery. 

Managing Triggers: The Glass DomeWhat protects your recovery when it feels like the outside world is full of triggers? In this episode, we use the analogy of “the glass dome”: a metaphorical boundary that shields you from toxic messaging, triggers, and external noise – and helps you stay true to your own health legacy.We look at how to strengthen your “glass dome” and how to stay inside it, even when conflicting beliefs try to break through. Whether you’re feeling destabilised by diet talk or struggling with comments, it’s a useful tool to keep on hand – and not just in recovery. We’ll also talk about how this analogy can serve you into your recovered life, be that parenthood, the comparison trap, or something else entirely. Topics covered:• What the “glass dome” metaphor means in recovery• Why mental protection matters • What strengthens the dome (and what doesn’t)• Defining your personal non-negotiables • How to handle triggering comments • Differentiating between temporary and long-term discomfort• Prompts to help define your own “glass dome”Connect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comBeyond Body Coaching: www.beyondbodyimage.com/Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schonePlease keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.  

Taking Action: Setting Recovery GoalsTo mark the start of our new virtual workshop, Recovery in Action, we’re talking about goal setting: a crucial part of making the changes needed to break out of the ED cycle. From common “traps” to repetition, accountability to releasing targets, there’s so much to consider – which often means setting (and sticking to) goals feels overwhelming.  With this in mind, here’s a practical guide to creating goals that are both realistic and meaningful – even if you don’t have a big support team around you.Using the SAFETY GOALS framework, we outline a tool to help you plan, complete, and reflect on your goals in a way that builds momentum, not shame. You’ll also hear how to handle the tricky feelings that can come after doing a challenge, whether it feels harder – or easier – than expected.Topics covered:• The SAFETY GOALS method: what it means and how to use it• What to do when things don’t go to plan • Why repetition matters: making goals stick for good• Common “traps” and removing barriers • Anticipating ED sabotage and planning ahead• Tracking progress, learning from lapses, and accountability• Sitting with the feelings after a challenge • What goal can you set yourself today?• Insight into our virtual workshopConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comBeyond Body Coaching: www.beyondbodyimage.com/Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone[DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

Talia Cecchele: Nutrition in Recovery - Myth BustingWe absolutely loved this fun myth busting episode with eating disorder specialist dietician Talia Cecchele. She explains common misconceptions from a place of so much knowledge and experience, yet her warmth makes you feel you are having a chat with a friend. Talia is the founder of TCN (Talia Cecchele Nutrition) and works part-time in London's leading private mental health hospital on a specialist eating disorders unit. We are so excited to share this episode with you!Topics covered:Whether a ‘maintenance plan’ is ever needed.Is there such a thing as a ‘recovery food’?Is it possible to keep gaining weight and never ever stop?How much influence BMI has on how much we should weigh.Does being at a ‘healthy weight’ mean you don’t need to introduce new foods or break food rules?Why thinner doesn’t equal healthier.Fear of admitting you like certain foods.Whether binge eating is linked to willpower.What extreme hunger is and how to overcome it. Why dietary restriction causes digestive issues and whether it can be fixed. Intuitive eating. How to cope with seeing calorie amounts on menus. Find Talia here:Instagram: @tcnutrition Website: https://www.taliacecchele.comYou can find us on social media:Meg:Instagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafia: Email: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.com Instagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachMember of the Beyond Body Coaching team: https://www.beyondbodycoach.comPlease keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.

In this episode we were lucky enough to speak to the legend who is Dr G, from the renowned Gaudiani Clinic and author of the incredible book ’Sick Enough’. 

Eating Disorder Rules and Conditions In this episode of Rewired, we dive into the idea of “perfect conditions” in recovery (and why they’re anything but perfect).We unpack the hidden rules and rituals that often creep in around food, time, and environment, sharing how these conditions kept us stuck. From clock-watching and cutlery to temperature and texture, we reflect on the emotional cost of needing things to be just right – and what helped us finally let go.Most importantly, we talk about what life looks like now: imperfect, spontaneous, and connected.Topics covered:• Why eating disorders are not about hating food• The problem with “perfect” • Rituals, rules, and relationships• What happens when things go wrong? • Rigidity and its consequences • What helped us: weight restoration and rule-breaking• Letting go of control and choosing flexibility over fear• What eating looks like now • Challenging your own conditions Connect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.comBeyond Body Coaching: www.beyondbodyimage.com/Em (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schone [DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.