In this heartfelt episode, we tackle the complicated emotions that arise when someone says "you look healthy" during eating disorder recovery. Drawing from personal experience, Lindsey provides compassionate guidance and practical strategies to process these well-intentioned comments without letting them derail your recovery journey.

In This Episode:

• [00:00] Introduction: Why "you look healthy" can feel triggering in recovery
• [02:15] The powerful quote that reframes what "healthy" truly means
• [04:30] Understanding our emotional reaction to appearance comments
• [06:45] Strategy #1: The Pause and Reframe
• [08:30] Strategy #2: The Curiosity Approach
• [10:15] Strategy #3: The Gratitude Pivot
• [12:00] Strategy #4: The Feeling Validation
• [13:45] Strategy #5: The Recovery Identity Reminder
• [15:30] The reality of progress: It's not linear, but it is possible
• [17:00] This week's challenge: Creating your personal definition of health
• [18:30] Closing thoughts and resources

Key Takeaways:

• "Healthy" isn't a code word for weight gain—it encompasses mental clarity, emotional presence, and overall vitality
• Learning to separate appearance comments from your self-worth is a crucial recovery skill
• Practical techniques like curiosity, reframing, and validation can help manage triggering moments
• Recovery progress isn't about never feeling triggered—it's about developing new response patterns
• Your authentic self-returning is what people are often really noticing and celebrating

xo,

lindsey

Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co

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Coach with Me -＞Client Application

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Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com

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Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com

______ Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone! Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!

Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application

Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you! YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!

* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

In this deeply personal episode, Lindsey explores how shadow work can help those struggling with eating disorders, particularly anorexia and restrictive eating patterns. This episode provides a guided assignment for listeners to explore the deeper emotional roots of their disordered eating, designed to be completed in a quiet, private space. Through 11 powerful questions, Lindsey invites you to shine light on the shadows that may be manifesting through your relationship with food and your body.

• Lindsey's personal story about living with anorexia and the hidden emotional pain it masked
• Introduction to shadow work as a complementary practice to professional eating disorder treatment
• 11 reflective questions to help identify the deeper wounds and needs behind disordered eating
• Guidance on approaching this work with self-compassion and patience

1. What is the biggest lie I tell myself constantly?
2. What is the story I tell myself about this lie?
3. When am I the hardest on myself and why?
4. When have I felt rejected, betrayed, or broken?
5. What would I say to the person that hurt me?
6. What makes me feel the most jealous? What do I wish I had that I don't?
7. What traits do/did my parents have that I hope I don't have?
8. What are my toxic traits? How do I push those on others?
9. When I think about my future, what am I most afraid of?
10. When was the last time that I forgave myself?
11. What does happiness mean to me?

• Journaling supplies (recommended for completing the shadow work assignment)
• Finding a quiet, private space like a park bench for reflection

This episode is meant to complement, not replace, professional treatment for eating disorders. If you're struggling with an eating disorder, please reach out to a healthcare professional for support.

Resources Mentioned:

• www.herbestself.co - Work with Lindsey one-on-one
• www.herbestselfsociety.com - Join our supportive community

xo,

lindsey

Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co

______

Coach with Me -＞Client Application

______

Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com

______

Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com

______ Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone! Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!

Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application

Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you! YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!

* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

In this eye-opening episode, Lindsey Nichol tackles Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and its significant overlap with eating disorders. Learn how to recognize BDD patterns, understand its impact on your daily life, and discover practical strategies to break free from appearance obsessions and reclaim your joy.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• What Body Dysmorphic Disorder really is and how it differs from normal insecurity
• The surprising statistics: 25-39% of those with eating disorders also experience BDD
• Ella's inspiring journey from daily mirror checking to finding freedom and presence in the things that matter most to her
• 6 powerful, actionable strategies to begin healing from BDD today
• Why your body was never meant to be your life's work, but to champion you in doing your life's work

Transformative quotes:

"Your body was never meant to be your life's work. It was meant to champion you in doing your life's work." - Lindsey Nichol

"Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself." - Coco Chanel

"You can't hate yourself happy. You can't criticize yourself thin. You can't shame yourself worthy. Real change begins with self-love and self-care." - Jessica Ortner

The 6 Practical Strategies Covered:

1. Practice Mindful Awareness
2. Challenge Distorted Thinking
3. Reduce Social Media Comparison
4. Redirect Your Focus
5. Practice Body Neutrality
6. Seek Professional Support

Resources Mentioned:

• www.herbestself.co - Work with Lindsey one-on-one
• herbestselfsociety.com - Join our supportive community

If you're tired of obsessing over perceived flaws that others don't notice, constantly checking your appearance, or avoiding social situations because of body image concerns, this episode provides the compassionate guidance and practical tools you need to begin healing.

Subscribe now and take the first step toward freedom from appearance obsessions! 💕 #BodyDysmorphicDisorder #BodyImage #EatingDisorderRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfLove

Remember, you are NOT your eating disorder and you are worthy of a life that is FREE from it.

xo,

lindsey

Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co

______

Coach with Me -＞Client Application

______

Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com

______

Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com

______ Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone! Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!

Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application

Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you! YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!

* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.