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Recovery Talk

by Amalie Lee (MSc, GMBPsS)

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Latest episodes

Why Letting Go Of Your Final ED Behaviour(s) Matter

October 6, 2026 · 30 min

In this week's episode I discuss the importance of letting go of what I call 'The Behaviour': the one (or more) specific behaviour(s) you conveniently avoid working on in recovery, whilst prioritising 'all the other stuff'. I talk about…
How To Stop Overthinking & Reassurance Seeking In Recovery

July 7, 2026 · 54 min

In this this episode I discuss how over-thinking (rumination) and excessive need for reassurance can show up in eating disorder recovery, and how to handle this in a more productive way. Topics covered include: Healthy reflection vs…
Why Do People Relapse? (The Sneaky, Often Missed Triggers)

June 9, 2026 · 44 min

In this episode I discuss eating disorder relapse, and some of the less discussed potential triggers, including: Dietary restrictions (including ethical- or medical restrictions, such as in veganism or IBS)Pregnancy, breastfeeding and the…
Taking Recovery Action When Feeling Stuck (Ft. Megan Reilly/'Megsy Recovery')

May 12, 2026 · 42 min

In this week's episode I am joined by Megan Reilly, also known as 'Megsy Recovery', for an episode on navigating stuckness, quasi-recovery and sneaky ED behaviours. Some topics include: - Starting recovery when feeling ambivalent/not…
Eating Disorders & Sexuality (Ft. Dr. Jessica Singh)

April 28, 2026 · 26 min

Are you asexual, or is it just your eating disorder? Can your relationship with food mirror your relationship with sex? In this week's episode I am joined by therapist, sexologist and author of 'Nourishing Desire: A Guide to Sexual…

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"What If I Gain Weight But Don't Fully Recover?"

April 21, 2026 · 33 min

In this episode I discuss the fear of restoring weight without fully rewiring your brain and recovering mentally - and how this may be your eating disorder in disguise. Topics discussed include: - Where this fear often comes from (and how…
Quasi Recovery: Why Full Recovery Is Worth It

April 7, 2026 · 33 min

So you're 'better, but not fully there', and others assume you're fine... Why is taking those last steps to full recovery still so important and beneficial? In this episode I discuss 'quasi recovery', ambivalence and resistance, the…
Eating After Recovery (Ft. Louisa Sophie)

March 24, 2026 · 42 min

What is eating like after an eating disorder? In this episode I am joined by fellow Let's Recover coach Louisa to discuss our lived experience journeys from recovery to recovered, and how our beliefs and behaviours around food- and eating…
Appetite Loss After 'All In' Recovery

March 10, 2026 · 33 min

In this episode I discuss dealing with a decrease in mental- and physical hunger during or after going 'all in'. I explain why appetite may drop significantly after experiencing extreme hunger, how to navigate this without relapsing, and…
Rewiring Pt. 2: How Sneaky Habits & Safety Behaviours Keep You Stuck

February 17, 2026 · 36 min

In this week's episode I discuss how those sneaky, 'innocent' little things you do to keep yourself safe actually keep you stuck long term, and are not so innocent. Topics discussed: Sneaky behaviours: what they are, why you do them, and…
Rewiring Pt. 1: Why You Have To Do What Scares You

February 3, 2026 · 33 min

In this week’s episode, I talk about the importance of rewiring your eating disorder brain, why recovery is about more than 'just' eating more or restoring weight, and why doing the things you’re afraid of is essential if you want them to…
Food Hoarding (& Related Behaviours)

January 13, 2026 · 25 min

In this week's episode I discuss food hoarding: what it is, why it happens, and how to stop it. I also discuss the more subtle and unexpected ways it may manifest. Some of the things discussed: 'Classical' food hoardingFrugality and…

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About the show

Welcome to Recovery Talk, a podcast about the science and psychology of eating disorder recovery. I'm Amalie, and I am a recovery coach and trainee therapist with my own lived experience recovering from an ED. If you want science-backed information and practical recovery support, you're in the right place. Disclaimer: This podcast is a psycho-educational resource for people recovering from anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, orthorexia, and other restrictive eating disorders and disordered eating. It does not replace treatment for an ED, and is not intended to provide medical advice.