In this Mini Series episode, Eileen and Amy discuss the topic of disordered eating. They provide definitions and distinctions between disordered eating, intuitive eating, and eating disorders. They share their personal experiences with disordered eating and how it has evolved over time. The conversation also touches on the influence of societal and cultural factors on eating behaviors, as well as the prevalence of eating disorders in the dance and aesthetic sports industries. Eileen and Amy go on to discuss the transition from disordered eating to eating disorders and the coping mechanisms involved; exploring the connection between control, trauma, and body image, highlighting the impact of societal beauty standards. They also discuss the prevalence of eating disorders among athletes and the role of shame and secrecy in perpetuating these disorders. This episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the underlying pain and trauma that contribute to disordered eating and how the dance world is a prime environment for food to be used as a coping mechanism to manage bodily autonomy, control and a sense of empowerment or sovereignty within a dancing body.
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Episode 10 Slideshow
Activation Warning: This episode contains sensitive topics including eating disorders, abuse and self harm. Please take care of your body.
M.O.V.E. with Eileen + Amy is a Kaia Evolutions Podcast.
New episodes air on Wednesdays when in season.
To learn more about Eileen + Amy, be sure to follow them on IG at @ekielty + @amyreah and keep up to date on the podcast at @movewitheileenandamy. For more information about Kaia Evolutions, a culmination of Eileen's life's work and a love letter to her sister, Katie, who died by suicide in 2019 - visit https://www.kaiaevolutions.com/ or follow on IG at @kaia.evolutions
If you want to share part of your dancer / movement artist journey with us, email us at movepod@kaiaevolutions.com
*If you or anyone you know is in need of support, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800.273.8255 OR text 988. You are not alone.
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