Fighting Anorexia
By Anne-Sophie Reinhardt
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Podcast Description
After 14 years of struggling with anorexia, I am now finally recovering. I decided to podcast about it to help others who are caught in this hellish state. Together we WILL fight this disease!
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049 Fighting Anorexia – Healers With Heart | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I talk about 5 people who were huge blessings in my life and played an important part in my recovery. 1. My husband who showed me that there is something to live for. 2. My sister who has been there from the beginning with a lot of patience, love and inspiration. 3. My mother who has never given up on me. 4. My caregiver at the treatment facility who took me under her wings and had a myriad of patience and acceptance for me. 5. My current therapist who is responsible for me being able to make such great progress and helps me come to terms with and make sense of my emotions. If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 5/21/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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048 Fighting Anorexia – Crimes Against Clients. | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I talk about Crimes against Clients. I share my personal experience and those of my listeners and readers. I go into the following points: Weight There are many patients who experience not being helped because they are not underweight. People can starve themselves even if they are not underweight. It doesn't mean that those who are underweight are more sick than those who are not. Everybody who eats disorder is in danger. Age The perception that eating disorders can't happen to older people is absolutely wrong. If your doctor doesn't take care of you because you're not a teenage girl, then see another physician. Everybody deserves to be treated, no matter the age. Money It is so sad to see that people are still denied treatment because of their financial background. However, there are many ways to receive treatment. Don't take no for an answer. Not Being Taken Seriously I wasn't taken seriously by a few doctors, including my own father. I think physicians are still not educated enough to see the signs of eating disorders. If you feel like your therapist isn't listening to you or is thinking you are making stuff up, then look for another one. You don't have to be belittled. Your professional help should always be understanding and should take your feelings very seriously. Being Ridiculed My therapist once laughed at me. Yes, he really did. That's when I gave up on myself. Whatever you are experiencing, if you don't completely trust your therapist or doctor or if you feel you cannot tell them what is really on your mind, then the therapy process will be extremely difficult. You should always be confident that your doctor has your back. Gender As I shared in last week's episode, men are treated especially bad because of the stigma surrounding eating disorders. It is up to us to change the dialogue and make people aware of what it is they should and can expect from their physician. Don't let them walk all over you. You are the one who needs help and you deserve to get it. What crimes have you experienced in the past or maybe even the present? If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 5/14/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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047 Fighting Anorexia – Forgotten Brothers | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share my view on how difficult it is for men to admit they have an eating disorder and how they must feel in this world where being skinny seems to be the greatest accomplishment in life. Here is the interview with Benjamin that I spoke about. If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 5/7/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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046 Fighting Anorexia – 12 Ways to Get Out of a Funk | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share how I have felt in the last few days and go into 12 ways to get out of a funk. Take a walk Take a few days off and travel Go shopping Evaluate your emotions: journal, what is bothering you? Put some make up on and were bright colors See a funny movie If you are on meds, evaluate if you might want to change something Do a random Act of Kindness Write a list of 10 things you are thankful for. Be specific. Schedule an appointment with a counselor. Talk to a good friend who knows how to listen. Have a good cry. If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/30/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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045 Fighting Anorexia – Working On Your Body and Mind (BONUS) | In this webinar we will talk about 1. Body Image and Self-Love 2. Ed and Relationships 3. Clothes 4. Triggers 5. Inspiration: Your Life Starts Now! By the end of this webinar... You will know more about Body Image and how to Improve It You will know more about how to love yourself You will have gotten rid of a few pieces of clothing You will see how Ed affects relationships You will know more about your triggers You will be motivated to start your recovery journey now If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/25/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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044 Fighting Anorexia – The Importance of The Right Mindset | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I talk about having the right mindset and how crucial this is in recovery. I distinguish between 3 kinds of mindsets that all work together, but are helpful at different times. Mindset #1: "I can Beat this" - Attitude If you don't completely believe that you can do it, you won't. You have to be convinced of your own strength and ability in order to be able succeed. The more you tell yourself, you can do it the better your chances for recovery. If you constantly fill your mind with doubt, you will basically sabotage your recovery process. If you don't believe the outcome is possible, then what is there to fight for? Mindset #2: "Kindness" - Attitude There are always periods during which we feel down or make a few steps back. Knowing that it is OK to have off days and being gentle to yourself is super important. It is crucial that you are relaxed about it at times and that you accept your periods of weakness and not beat yourself up over them. Mindset #3: "F**k It" - Attitude Sometimes we just have to stop making everything so meaningful and say F**k It to society, the weight loss industry, our fears, our insecurities, food, the scale, exercise etc. This takes work, but starting with saying these words whenever Ed's voice is extremely loud helps even if you can't stop following Ed's orders (yet). If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/23/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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043 Fighting Anorexia – The Inevitable: Eating and Gaining Weight (BONUS) | In the third part of this series, we talk about: 1. Eating 2. Coping Skills 3. Weight Gain 4. Feeling FAT 5. Inspiration: Consequences of Starving Yourself and How it Changes! By the End of This Webinar... You will know more about a Balanced Diet You will be able to deal with the Stress of Eating You will know more about the Benefits of Having a Meal Plan or Routine You will have written down your Black List You will have zoned in on your Fears of having a Healthy Weight If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/20/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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042 Fighting Anorexia – Listen to Your Body | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I talk about the lesson that I learned last week: Listen to Your Body. When we are at war with ourselves, it is not easy to reconnect the mind and the body. It is even harder to act on the messages that our body is sending us. However, we have to learn that our body wants only the best of us and is there to help us survive. Give yourself 10 minutes every morning and meditate. Try to really tune in to what your body is telling you, even if you cannot act on what you are learning yet. The more you listen to your body the more you will get to know what it is like to be healthy and balanced. Recovery is about starting to listen to the signals your body is sending you and learning to follow them. If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/15/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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041 Fighting Anorexia – Taking Up The Fight (BONUS) | In the 2nd part of the Pro Recover Webinar Series we will talk about: 1. Ed’s Lies 2. Ed’s Voice, Society’s Voice and Your Voice 3.Talk Back 4. Take Action 5. Inspiration: Anne-Sophie’s Turning Point By the End of This Recording... You will know which lies eating disorders like to tell You will have differentiated between Ed’s voice and your own You will think more critically about the voice inside You will be able to talk back You will be able to act against the voice If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/12/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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040 Fighting Anorexia – How Can I Protect Myself From Toxic Outside Influences? | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia I talk about how we can protect ourselves from dieting co-workers, crazy weight loss gurus and other toxic media messages. Here are a few strategies that you can implement today: Ask people to stop talking about their diets when you are around. Be blunt about it but in a kind way. You don't have to tell them you have an eating disorder, but tell them their constant conversations about this topic are bothering you. Put earphones on and listen to music or podcasts. This will drown the other voices. Start a different conversation. Sometimes people need a push in the right direction. Be that push. If friends are hindering you in moving forward, stop seeing them, even if it hurts. Read books and take in different ideas, different subject, important topics. Inspire yourself. Remind yourself of what is really important in life. Write down a list and have it handy. Get some perspective: go out on a walk, talk to a friend, see a therapist and remind yourself what life is really about. Here are a few links of what I've mentioned in the episode: True Beauty Podcast http://healthland.time.com/2012/03/27/dukan-diet-founder-to-face-ethics-hearing/ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/31/facebook-feeling-fat-eating-disorder_n_1393778.html If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/8/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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039 Fighting Anorexia – Building your Foundation (BONUS) | In this first part of the 4-week Pro Recovery Series, we will talk about: 1. The WHY of Recovery 2. The Fear of Letting Go 3. Your Support System 4. Education and Inspiration 5. Inspiration: The Benefits of Life Without Anorexia By the End of this Recording... You will know your Reasons for Recovery You will Envision Your ideal Life and Determine Goals You will Zone In on What’s Holding You Back You will have an Idea About Your True Talents, Skills and Passions You will Have a Deeper Understanding of a Support System You will know more about the Benefits of Life Without Anorexia If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! Don’t forget to enter promo code FIGHTINGANOREXIA when you register. | 4/5/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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038 Fighting Anorexia – Emotions, Appetite and the Art of Taking Care of Yourself! | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share what has been going on in my life in the last week and how I have struggled with eating. I also share how I checked in with myself in order to stop the relapse and continue to go strong on the way towards a recovered life. Being in recover, you have to be especially aware of your thoughts, emotions and actions and you have to constantly question why it is you are doing something. Are you really not hungry or is it your eating disorder that is dictating that? Do you really feel sick or is it an excuse? The more aware you are of your true motives the better your chances for a successful recovery. When you notice that you have gone a few steps backwards, it is important to take some time off, ground yourself again and figure out what the problem was in order to work through it and get back on track. Setbacks happen to all of us, but it is important not to let those setbacks turn into a full-blown relapse. Get a massage, go to the movies, get a manicure or a spa treatment or simply watch TV all day long like I did in order to breathe again and remind yourself of the reasons you want to go this way and not walk back. Be kind to yourself. Don't judge and give it time. If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 4/1/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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037 Fighting Anorexia – 21 Eating Disordered Sentences You Should Eliminate From Your Vocabulary | In this episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share with you 21 sentences that you should stop saying forever. These sentences only hurt your self-esteem and are mostly simply wrong. The less you think and talk in those terms, the more you will strengthen your chances of full recovery. 1. I am my eating disorder. 2. I am fat. 3. I am not … enough. 4. My recovery needs to be perfect. 5. I have to always be strong. 6. Having a healthy weight is not acceptable for me. 7. Being skinny is the only acceptable way to live in this society. 8. I can only be successful if I am skinny. 9. People will judge me if I gain weight. 10. People will abandon me if I have a healthy weight. 11. Life without my eating o is not possible for me. 12. Others can do it, but I certainly can’t. 13. If only I could stand the feeling of having a bigger belly. 14. I will never get used to a healthy body. 15. I will not be attractive anymore if I gain weight. 16. I will lose control over myself if I let go of counting calories, restricting, purging and working out. 17. Once I start to eat, I cannot stop. 18. I don’t have any other talents than losing weight. 19. Life is not worth living. 20. I don’t deserve to be happy and healthy and enjoy life. 21. I need to lose a few pounds. If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 3/26/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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036 Fighting Anorexia – Let us Celebrate a Milestone | In this special episode of Fighting Anorexia, I share with you my excitement of being in recovery for one year. I talk about the rough times, the amazing times and what I have learned and would like to share with you. Recovery is not easy. You will feel like s**t sometimes and you often think about giving up, but pushing through those days, weeks and months is important for your life. If you would like to leave me some feedback, you can mail it to feedback@fightinganorexia.com You can follow me on twitter: @anneso87 Thanks For Subscribing To The Fighting Anorexia Podcast: Note: My podcasts are now also available on Stitcher! | 3/24/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Customer Reviews
Her enthusiasm and love for people is contagious :)
Sophie is in one of our online communities...and she peaked my curiosity when she mentioned her podcast and website. As a person who struggles with overeating, I can understand struggles with food. I like it how she shares her personal stories of overcoming anorexia. I really appreciated her episode about the holidays and how she's grown in dealing with food issues better during the holidays.I like the way she gets past the 'surface' issues and wrestles w/ the core issues of eating issues. Thanks Anne-Sophie for great advice...and for sharing your personal story!
Beautiful, thoughtful, caring with tons of USEFUL tips!
Ann-Sophie is the most sincere podcaster. She weaves her own story and her own struggles and desperately wants to help those of you who suffer from any eating disorder. But beyond that, she helps you with generally eating healthy and taking care of yourself, and that's what I love about this podcast. I've luckily never suffered from an eating disorder, only from eating obsessions or diet obsessions - so maybe just on the border there ;) - but listening to Anne-Sophie helps me so much with self-image issues I used to struggle with as well as calms me about my own eating choices today. She is phenomenal. I highly recommend her!
Authentic and Real
Anne isn't afraid to face down the demons. Chances are, you know someone who is struggling, or struggle with this yourself. Do yourself a favor and join Anne in getting help for yourself, or someone you care about.
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