Before the spotlight, before the cameras, and before the world knew her name—Ella May Ding was quietly fighting for herself.
On the couch with me this week, the Married At First Sight star opens up about the five-year battle with binge eating that nearly broke her, body image wounds she hid from the world, and the quiet healing that began long before she ever stepped onto a TV set.
We talk about what Covid stripped away and revealed. We explore how self-worth, nourishment, and a desire for something deeper led her to completely rebuild her life, brick by brick. And for the first time, she shares what the cameras didn’t show: the pain, the patterns, and the power of finally choosing herself.
Whether you're navigating your own body story, battling burnout, or trying to rewrite your inner narrative, this one’s for you.
Key Takeaways
Binge eating recovery is possible – Ella shares how her five-year struggle began to unravel when she finally slowed down during Covid.
Body image starts in the mind – The real work was about how she felt in her body, not how it looked.
The spotlight doesn’t fix you – Fame magnified Ella’s insecurities but also forced her to confront them.
Covid became a catalyst – Isolation gave her space to reflect, seek help, and start again.
Self-worth changed everything – From who she dated to what she ate, Ella’s healing came from within.
You can reinvent yourself – Publicly or privately, it’s never too late to grow, shift, and become more you.
Where to Find Our Guest
Ella May Ding’s Website: https://ellamayding.com.au
Ella May Ding on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellamayding/
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