Rewired

JOIN THE REWIRED IN ACTION COMMUNITY: www.rewiredinaction.comToday, we’re joined by Lucie Vallée, feminist body image coach and ED recovery advocate, for a conversation about the pressures that shape how we see ourselves – and what it takes to challenge them.Lucie shares how body image struggles can be connected to nervous system dysregulation, and why certain trigger thoughts (e.g. “I feel fat”) might be an alarm to pay attention to rather than a fact to act on. We also explore the influence of beauty standards, the expectations placed on women as they age, and how setting boundaries around body talk can frees up space for — and protects — the things that actually matter.Topics covered:Understanding “I feel fat” as an alarm thoughtBody image, shame spirals and nervous system regulationThe cultural roots of beauty standardsManaging everyday body image triggersSetting boundaries around comments and diet talkBeauty, femininity and the pressure to stay youngUsing our five senses to regulate the nervous systemReconnecting with our values beyond appearanceFor more information or to join the Rewired Community: www.rewiredinaction.com/Connect with us:Meg Instagram: @megsy_recovery YouTube: Megsy Recovery TikTok: megsy recoverySafia Instagram: @safia_edrecoverycoach Email: [email protected] Website: www.safiaed.comLucie Vallée Instagram: @lucievallee_ Website: https://fightthiswithlucie.com/Em (copywriter & editor) Instagram: @em_schoneTallulah Self (podcast editor)Instagram: @tallulahselfDisclaimerPlease keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, 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

JOIN THE REWIRED IN ACTION COMMUNITY: www.rewiredinaction.com/Our second October testimonial episode is here! Today, we’re hearing from more of the fabulous Rewired in Action Community about what it’s like to be part of it.Members share how regular touchpoints help them keep recovery moving between sessions, and how reassuring it can be to hear someone else put your own thoughts into words. We also touch on the value of practical tools grounded in lived experience, and having support to spot the sneaky ways an eating disorder can keep you stuck – even when it looks like you’re doing well from the outside.Topics covered:Finding connection and understandingKeeping recovery momentum goingRecognising the sneaky ways ED holds onPutting tools into practiceLearning to tolerate discomfortMaking choices that reflect your valuesFeeling supported, not told what to doFor more information or to join the Rewired Community:www.rewiredinaction.com/Connect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: [email protected]: www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schoneTallulah Self (podcast editor)Instagram: @tallulahselfDisclaimerPlease keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, 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 that's right for you.

JOIN THE REWIRED IN ACTION COMMUNITY: www.rewiredinaction.com/We’re exploring a topic we’ve been covering in the community recently: optimisation, and how the pressure to constantly improve ourselves can make eating disorder recovery that much harder. It can be so difficult to recognise when the pursuit of doing better starts taking us further away from the life we actually want.We get into our own experiences of optimisation, including the pressure to make every moment productive and the guilt that can come with slowing down. We also look at how to recognise when the goalposts keep moving and, crucially, make choices that align with our values (because spoiler: you are absolutely allowed to enjoy things without earning them!).Topics covered:Optimisation culture and the pressure to do moreProductivity, perfectionism and eating disordersWhen healthy habits become rigid or compulsiveThe moving goalposts of recoveryLearning to rest without guiltFreezing joy and saving things for the “perfect” momentValues, boundaries and action alignmentPractical tools for stepping off the optimisation hamster wheelFor more information or to join the Rewired Community:www.rewiredinaction.com/Connect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: [email protected]: www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schoneTallulah Self (podcast editor)Instagram: @tallulahselfDisclaimerPlease keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, 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 that's right for you.

JOIN THE REWIRED IN ACTION COMMUNITY: www.rewiredinaction.com/In today’s community testimonials episode, we hear from our wonderful Rewired in Action members about their experiences and what being part of the community has brought to their recovery. They share how the regular sessions, practical tools and accountability have helped them move from wanting to make changes to taking action, even when it feels difficult.We also talk about the value of consistent support and having a space where recovery can look different for everyone. A huge thank you to the featured members for being so open about their experiences and helping others understand what the community is like!Topics covered:Putting recovery into actionPractical tools and goal settingAccountability and consistent supportLearning from lived experienceRecovery without comparisonMaking change through discomfortConnect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: [email protected]: www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schoneTallulah Self (podcast editor)Instagram: @tallulahselfDisclaimerPlease keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, 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 that's right for you.

JOIN THE REWIRED IN ACTION COMMUNITY: www.rewiredinaction.com/ In Part 2 of Meg’s story, we pick up with what recovery actually looked like once she started working with our wonderful psychologist. We’ll be talking about the practical side of treatment and how she managed to keep taking steps forward when recovery felt incredibly uncomfortable (understatement!).We also get into weight gain and the space left behind when the ED starts to loosen its grip. Plus, we’ll go through some of the tips, tricks and tools we both continue to use to this day, alongside what recovery has changed for Meg beyond “just” the food. Topics covered:Treatment and food challengesThe reality of weight gainLearning to act despite discomfortSupport from partners and other people around youFinding your own self-permission in recoveryThe “pie chart of life” and rebuilding your worldTools we still use todayWhat recovery has changed for Meg beyond foodFor more information or to join the Rewired Community: www.rewiredinaction.com/Connect with us:MegInstagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafiaInstagram: @safia_edrecoverycoachEmail: [email protected]: www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor)Instagram: @em_schoneTallulah Self (podcast editor)Instagram: @tallulahselfDisclaimerPlease keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, 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 that's right for you.