Her Best Self | Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast, Disordered Eating, Anorexia, Bulimia, Orthorexia, Body Image, Food Freedom, Calorie Counting, Obsessive Exercise, Food Restriction Podcast Por Lindsey Nichol - Certified Health Coach Eating Disorder Recovery Coach Food Freedom Coach Eating Disorder Intuitive Therapy Certified arte de portada

Her Best Self | Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast, Disordered Eating, Anorexia, Bulimia, Orthorexia, Body Image, Food Freedom, Calorie Counting, Obsessive Exercise, Food Restriction

Her Best Self | Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast, Disordered Eating, Anorexia, Bulimia, Orthorexia, Body Image, Food Freedom, Calorie Counting, Obsessive Exercise, Food Restriction

De: Lindsey Nichol - Certified Health Coach Eating Disorder Recovery Coach Food Freedom Coach Eating Disorder Intuitive Therapy Certified
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Transform Your Relationship with Food and Your Body - Find Freedom from Eating Disorders Welcome to the Her Best Self podcast, where women discover lasting freedom from disordered eating, food obsession, and body shame. Hosted by Lindsey Nichol, eating disorder recovery coach and former anorexia survivor, this show provides hope, practical tools, and expert guidance for women ready to break free from the nightmare of disordered eating and reclaim their lives. Lindsey combines her personal recovery journey with professional coaching expertise to deliver actionable strategies for eating disorder recovery, intuitive eating, body image healing, and food freedom. Each episode addresses the real challenges women face when healing their relationship with food - from weight gain fears and exercise addiction to perfectionism and decision-making paralysis. This show is perfect for you if you: Struggle with chronic dieting, restriction or excessive exercise Are exhausted from food rules and calorie counting obsession Battle negative body image and weight preoccupation Feel controlled by exercise compulsion or movement anxiety Are high-achievers dealing with perfectionism in recovery Want to stop the start-stop recovery cycle and commit fully to healing Are ready to go ”all in” on recovery but need guidance and support Desire food freedom and body peace without endless therapy or diet programs Episode Topics Include: Eating disorder recovery strategies and mindset shifts Breaking food rules and challenging fear foods safely Body image healing and weight restoration support Exercise addiction recovery and joyful movement Perfectionism, people-pleasing, and control in recovery Decision-making, commitment, and overcoming recovery resistance Meal planning, intuitive eating, and mechanical eating guidance Family relationships, social eating, and recovery in real life Lindsey doesn’t just share recovery theory - she provides the raw truth about what recovery actually looks like, the uncomfortable parts no one talks about, and the specific tools that create lasting change. Her approach combines evidence-based recovery principles with spiritual foundation and practical implementation for busy women. Whether you’re just beginning to consider recovery, are in the early stages of healing, or are working to maintain long-term food freedom, this podcast meets you where you are with compassion, expertise, and actionable guidance. New episodes air twice per week (Tuesday’s and Friday’s) featuring solo deep-dives, client success stories, expert interviews, and listener Q&A sessions. Join thousands of women who are choosing recovery, embracing their worth beyond their weight, and discovering that food freedom is not only possible - it’s their birthright. Ready to take the next step? Visit www.herbestself.co for a coaching application, free resources, and community support. Your best self is waiting. Your freedom starts now. _____________________________________________________________________ **DISCLAIMER** Trigger warning: The episodes on Her Best Self podcast may, at times, cover sensitive topics including but not limited to eating disorders & mental health. You are advised to refrain from listening if you are likely to be triggered or adversely impacted by any of these topics. Neither Lindsey Nichol LLC, associates nor guests, shall at any time be liable for the content covered causing offense, distress or any other reaction. The information contained comes from personal insight & education but should not be viewed as clinical support or professional diagnosis. Anything said should NOT be taken as a replacement for medical intervention & is nothing is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or other health professional, nor treatment. @ Copyright 2025 Lindsey Nichol LLCCopyright 2025 All rights reserved. Desarrollo Personal Higiene y Vida Saludable Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental Éxito Personal
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  • EP 233.5: From Exercise Addiction & Gym Obsession to Healthy Movement ~ The 5 Step Recovery Framework That Works **Must Listen Fav!**

    EP 233.5: From Exercise Addiction & Gym Obsession to Healthy Movement ~ The 5 Step Recovery Framework That Works **Must Listen Fav!**
    Aug 15 2025
    Struggling with exercise addiction? You're not alone. If you're working out every single day, feeling intense guilt when you miss a session, or using exercise to compensate for food intake, this episode is your roadmap to freedom. Recovery coach Lindsey Nichol, who overcame her own compulsive exercise patterns (working out twice daily at her worst), shares the exact 5-step framework that helped her and countless clients break free from exercise addiction and develop a healthy relationship with movement. This episode is essential if you: Exercise daily without rest daysFeel anxiety or panic when you can't work outAlter vacations or skip social events for workoutsRestrict food on days you exercise lessUse fitness to "earn" your mealsExperience guilt when missing planned workouts What You'll Learn About Exercise Addiction Recovery ✅ The Hidden Connection between eating disorders and compulsive exercise patterns ✅ Lindsey's Recovery Story: From cardio queen doing 2-hour daily sessions to finding movement freedom ✅ Real Client Success: How one woman reduced her routine from 7 days/week (1 hour 45 minutes daily) to just 3 days (30 minutes each) ✅ The Science Behind Exercise Addiction and why it's so common in eating disorder recovery ✅ 5 Proven Steps to Overcome Exercise Addiction (detailed action plan included) The 5-Step Framework to Healthy Movement Step 1: Assess Your Current Exercise Routine Document frequency, duration, and intensityTrack emotional responses to missed workoutsIdentify compulsive exercise patternsRecognize anxiety triggers around rest days Step 2: Master the Power of Permission Grant yourself permission to restChallenge exercise-related guiltReframe rest as essential for recoveryPractice self-compassion during routine changes Step 3: Visualize Your Future Recovered Self Imagine life beyond daily workoutsConsider enjoyable movement alternativesIdentify non-exercise activities you're missingQuestion whether current exercise brings joy or obligation Step 4: Set Small, Tangible Goals Start with 5-minute workout reductionsReplace one workout with restful activitiesSchedule rest days in advancePlan alternative self-care activities Step 5: Embrace Progress Over Perfection Expect setbacks as part of recoveryPractice self-forgiveness for "slip-ups"Recognize growth in small changesChallenge diet culture messaging about exercise Powerful Recovery Insights "Rest is required in recovery—it's non-negotiable." "We don't even realize we're doing this to our body because we get so trapped in the cycle." "I didn't start working out two times a day overnight. It was the disorder that came on over time." "If you're listening to me and you're on the treadmill, get off of it." Client Transformation Spotlight Hear from Sabina, Lindsey's client who worked together for over a year to overcome people-pleasing, perfectionism, and exercise compulsion. Her powerful testimony demonstrates that recovery from exercise addiction is possible with proper support and guidance. Sabina's words: "Lindsey gave me feedback on how to reframe with positive intent rather than staying stuck in negativity... Since working with Lindsey, a new concept of myself is emerging, one free from deprivation and restraint." Exercise Addiction Warning Signs Physical Signs: Working out despite injury or illnessExercising multiple times dailyInability to take rest daysFatigue from overtraining Emotional Signs: Anxiety when missing workoutsGuilt after rest daysExercise-based self-worthSocial isolation for workout time Behavioral Signs: Rigid exercise schedulesCompensatory exercise after eatingVacation planning around gym accessPrioritizing workouts over relationships Recovery Resources & Next Steps Ready to Break Free from Exercise Addiction? 📧 Email Lindsey: info@lindseynichol.com 🌐 Apply for Recovery Coaching: www.herbestself.co 👥 Join the Community: www.herbestselfsociety.com Your Permission Slip for Today: Choose one workout to skip this week. Use that time for: Coffee with a friendJournaling or meditationReading a bookSimply resting without guilt Key Takeaways for Exercise Addiction Recovery Exercise addiction is common in eating disorder recovery due to learned restriction patternsCold turkey approach may be necessary for some individualsGradual reduction works for others - find your approachRest days are essential for physical and mental recoveryProfessional support accelerates the healing process If this episode expanded your vision of what's possible, please share it with someone who needs to make peace with exercise. Your support helps more women discover the abundant life waiting beyond their eating disorder. *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.
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  • EP 233: Be The Boss of Your Thoughts! The Triple Threat Tool ~ A 3-Step Framework to Stop Disordered Thoughts from Controlling Your Day

    EP 233: Be The Boss of Your Thoughts! The Triple Threat Tool ~ A 3-Step Framework to Stop Disordered Thoughts from Controlling Your Day
    Aug 12 2025
    Tired of being held hostage by thoughts like "When can I eat next?" or "I need to work this off"? In this game-changing episode, Lindsey introduces her signature Triple Threat Tool that stops ED thoughts from spiraling and puts YOU back in control of your mind. Learn the exact 3-step framework to go from being controlled by eating disorder thoughts to being completely in control of your recovery. Key Takeaways You can't fight what you don't acknowledge, and you can't change what you don't challengeYour ED thoughts aren't actually YOUR thoughts - they're learned responsesThe Triple Threat Tool threatens the lies, the spiral, and the ED's power over your choicesYou're allowed to have the thought - but you don't have to believe it or act on itDeciding your comeback in advance stops spirals before they start The Triple Threat Tool Breakdown Step 1: NAME IT - Who's Really Talking Here? Purpose: Identify whether this is your ED voice or your authentic voice How to Do It: Give your ED voice an actual name (Restriction Rachel, Control Freak Carla, Body Critic Betty)Separate the ED voice from who you really areRecognize these aren't YOUR thoughts - they're learned responses from diet culture Example: ED Thought: "I shouldn't eat this cookie"Name It: "That's Restriction Rachel trying to control my food choices" Step 2: TAME IT - Take Your Power Back Purpose: Acknowledge the thought without giving it power How to Do It: Refuse to let the ED voice drive the busThank the voice but decline to take ordersSet boundaries with your ED thoughts like you would with a demanding person Example: Tame It: "Thanks for sharing, Restriction Rachel, but I'm not taking orders from you today"Lindsey's Example: "Rachel, you've been fired. I'm in charge of my nourishment now" Step 3: FRAME IT - Create Your New Truth Purpose: Replace ED lies with recovery-aligned thoughts How to Do It: Create thoughts that feel true and move you toward recoveryNot fake positive affirmations - authentic recovery truthsChoose thoughts that serve your healing journey Example: Frame It: "My body needs consistent fuel throughout the day, and this cookie is part of my recovery" Real-Life Triple Threat Examples Food Thought Scenario: ED Thought: "I need to work out extra today because I ate something different last night" Name It: "That's Control Freak Carla"Tame It: "Carla, exercise isn't punishment for eating"Frame It: "I move my body because it feels good, not to earn or burn off food" Body Image Scenario: ED Thought: "I look disgusting in this dress" Name It: "That's Body Critic Betty"Tame It: "Betty, your harsh comments aren't welcome here"Frame It: "My body deserves to be treated with respect, and I choose clothes that make me feel comfortable" ED Voice vs. Authentic Voice Guide Your ED Voice: Is harsh, critical, and demandingUses words like "should," "can't," "need to," "have to"Makes you feel anxious, guilty, or ashamedWants you to be smaller, eat less, control more Your Authentic Voice: Is kind, curious, and flexibleUses words like "I choose," "I want," "I deserve"Makes you feel peaceful, empowered, or hopefulWants you to be nourished, rested, and free Common ED Thoughts to Practice With Food Thoughts: "When can I eat next?""What am I allowed to eat?""How can I avoid eating?""I need to work this off""I shouldn't eat this" Body Image Thoughts: "I look huge in this outfit""If I eat that, I'll gain weight""I'm bigger than everyone else""People are judging my body""I'm disgusting" Powerful Quotes from This Episode "You can't fight what you don't acknowledge, and you can't change what you don't challenge.""Your eating disorder thoughts aren't actually YOUR thoughts.""You're allowed to have the thought. There's no judgment in having an ED thought pop up.""You are not your thoughts. You are the thinker of your thoughts.""Your ED voice is loud, but your authentic voice is stronger." When to Use the Triple Threat Tool In front of the mirror when body image thoughts attackAt meal times when food anxiety kicks inThe moment any ED thought enters your mind - don't wait for it to spiralDuring social eating situationsWhen getting dressed or shopping for clothesBefore, during, and after exercise This Week's Homework Give your ED voice a name (make it specific to your struggles)Identify your 3 most common ED thoughtsWrite out your Triple Threat response for each onePractice your comebacks - decide in advance what you'll sayUse the tool immediately when any ED thought pops up Lindsey's Personal Example Situation: Standing in front of closet, choosing what to wear ED Thought: "You can't wear that dress, you look huge, everyone will notice how much weight you've gained"Name It: "That's Gina trying to make me hide my body"Tame It: "Gina, you don't get to dictate my wardrobe choices anymore"Frame It: "I'm choosing clothes that make me feel comfortable and confident in my recovery"Result: Wore the dress, had an amazing day, realized Gina's opinion had nothing to do with ...
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  • EP 232: The Small Life Your ED Wants vs. The Abundant Life You Deserve ~ Here's How You Settle for More

    EP 232: The Small Life Your ED Wants vs. The Abundant Life You Deserve ~ Here's How You Settle for More
    Aug 8 2025
    Are you tired of living small? Of missing out on life because your mind is consumed with food thoughts, calorie calculations, and body obsession? In this expansion-focused episode, Lindsey paints a vivid picture of what your life looks like when you stop settling for the crumbs of existence and start feasting on the fullness of freedom. If you've been thinking this eating disorder life is just "how things are" for you, prepare to have your world expanded as Lindsey shows you what abundant recovery actually looks like. Key Takeaways You've been settling for surviving when you were made for thrivingWhen you focus on less, you get more of less; when you focus on more, you get moreSometimes you have to make peace with what is to grab onto what's waitingThe abundant life is waiting for you on the other side of food thoughts"So what?" is the question that changes everything about weight gain fears Main Topics Covered 💔 What You've Been Settling For (The Small Life) Saying no to dinner with friends because you can't control the menuMissing conversations because you're calculating calories in your headChoosing the gym over your daughter's soccer game because you "have to" work outCanceling date nights because restaurants feel too scaryLiving in sweatpants because nothing else feels "safe"Spending vacations obsessing over food instead of making memories ✨ What MORE Looks Like (Lindsey's Personal Examples) More Presence: Actually being THERE at dinner instead of calculating what everyone's eatingLaughing at husband's jokes and listening to boys' storiesPresent in your own life instead of held hostage by food thoughts More Energy: Not exhausted from mental gymnastics of restriction and over-exerciseEnergy to play with kids and show up fully in businessLiving FOR something instead of managing against something More Purpose: When your brain isn't consumed 24/7, you discover what you're passionate aboutRemembering what brings you joy beyond food and body control More Authentic Relationships: Ordering what you actually want at dinnerTraveling without packing your entire kitchenBeing fully present because you're not monitoring every bite 🧠 The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything From Scarcity to Abundance Thinking: ED Focus: Less food, less calories, less space, less needsRecovery Focus: More nourishment, more rest, more joy, more presenceMaya Angelou Quote: "If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude." 😰 The Fear That Keeps You Small The Weight Gain Terror + The "So What?" Breakthrough: What are you really afraid of if you gain weight?"So what if you gain weight? So what if people have opinions?""I'd rather be 20 pounds heavier and present at my son's birthday party than be the 'perfect' weight and miss the joy""I'd rather wear a size 8 and go on adventures than fit in tiny clothes and live a tiny life" 🚀 Expansion Thoughts for Daily Life 1. Expand Your Food Choices Instead of: "I can only eat these 5 safe foods"Expansion: "I'm exploring what my body actually craves and enjoys" 2. Expand Your Social Life Instead of: "I can't go out to eat because I won't know the calories"Expansion: "I'm choosing connection over control" 3. Expand Your Self-Talk Instead of: "I need to exercise to earn this food"Expansion: "I'm nourishing my body because I deserve to feel good" 4. Expand Your Identity Instead of: "I'm the girl who always orders salad"Expansion: "I'm the woman who chooses what sounds good to her" Powerful Quotes from This Episode "That's not living. That's surviving.""Sometimes we have to make peace with what is so that we can grab onto what's waiting for us.""When we focus on less, we get more of less. When we focus on more, we get more.""So what if you gain weight? I'd rather be 20 pounds heavier and actually present.""Your life - your REAL life - is waiting for you on the other side of these food and body thoughts." Scripture Reference John 10:10: "I have come that they may have life, and have it abundantly." - Not restricted, controlled, or conditional life, but ABUNDANT life. The Two Ways Happiness Comes Change your circumstances (choose recovery, expand your life)Change the way you think about your circumstances (reframe fears, focus on abundance) The Three Steps to Start Settling for More Step 1: Notice Where You're Playing Small Catch yourself choosing the eating disorder option over the life optionAre you skipping work happy hours? Avoiding family barbecues? Step 2: Ask "What Would More Look Like?" Before automatically choosing restriction, ask:"If I were living in abundance instead of scarcity, what would I choose?" Step 3: Take One Expansion Action Daily Order the sandwich instead of the saladSay yes to the invitationTake the rest day your body is asking for The Vision of Your Future Self One year from now: Your first thought isn't about food or your bodyYou're planning weekend trips excited about adventure, not anxious about restaurantsYou're fully ...
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