Important Disclaimer: The content in this episode is based on personal experience and is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice. Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that require professional treatment. If you or someone you know is struggling with disordered eating, please reach out to a qualified healthcare provider, therapist, or treatment center.
Crisis Support & Resources:
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
Live chat available on their website
Hello Kettlebell queen! In this episode, I'm sharing the most vulnerable part of my story—my eating disorder journey that started in sixth grade and how I found my way back to food freedom and self-love.
What we're diving into:
✨ How it all started with a "friend" who taught me to hide bulimic behaviors
✨ The terrifying moment I had to confront my parents
✨ My turning point and what finally clicked for me
✨ Experimenting with other harmful methods (the ugly truth)
✨ Understanding the deeper psychological issues beneath the surface
✨ How to support someone you love who's struggling
✨ The self-care you need when you're in the support role
✨ Why lasting change only happens when YOU'RE ready
The truth bomb: You can't save someone who isn't ready to be saved. But when they are ready, your support can be everything.
I'm getting raw about the darkest period of my life, the family dynamics, the professional help that worked (and what didn't), and how I learned that healing is a choice only I could make. If you're struggling or supporting someone who is, this episode carries a message of hope and the reminder that change IS possible.
Let's Connect:
Instagram: @iamcolleenconlon
Produced by: Podcast & Co.
Recorded In: Podcast & Co. Studio in Las Vegas
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