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Are You Going To Eat Your Fat?

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by Deena Lewis

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This show is for caretakers, parents, spouses, siblings and friends of those struggling with an eating disorder. You aren’t alone in feeling overwhelmed and insufficient toward getting your loved ones the help they need with their eating disorder. We know what it’s like to desperately want to help them when everything you do seems to push them further away. This show is also for those struggling with an eating disorder. Your feelings of hopelessness as you slip further into isolation, disappointed with your own reflection in the mirror, are safe here. We offer you hope and encouragement as we work to grow a community of in-recovery survivors who share your pain, understand your fears, and who truly understand. I’m your host, Deena Lewis, and my husband, Brian Lewis, will join me for most episodes. We are a married couple who bring over 20 years of personal eating disorder recovery experience to you each week and hope to help, inspire, and support those struggling with an eating disorder and their loved ones. On this show, you’ll walk alongside us through the ups and downs of my own anorexia recovery journey with you. We aim to provide reliable resources and encourage you during your darkest days. You are worth it. You are not alone. On this show, you can look forward to: - Decipher the emotional depth of eating disorders and how they touch the lives of sufferers and loved ones. - Discover the power of solidarity and community in healing and recovery. - Step inside the compelling real-life accounts of individuals challenged by eating disorders. - Unlock ways to steadfastly traverse the recovery road, filled with renewed optimism. - Acknowledge the integral involvement of our hosts, your allies in providing necessary support and resources.

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Recent Episodes

September 18, 2024

Understanding the Mental Health Crisis in Human Trafficking

Can you recognize the signs of human trafficking? Deena’s special guest is a dedicated nurse practitioner who breaks down trafficking’s profound impact on mental health. In this episode, discover the multifaceted signs of human trafficking, common misconceptions surrounding trafficking, and the power of making sure others are okay. In this episode, you also hear: How trafficking overlaps with eating disorders and addiction Identifying vulnerable populations and recognizing signs of trafficking Trauma-informed care and creating space for survivor stories Must-listen moments: [00:03:45] But there are so many parallels when it comes to mental health, when it comes to suicide, PTSD…88% of survivors of trafficking, in some studies, report depression, report shame and guilt, which you talk a lot about. That shame and guilt of whatever addiction or whatever that thing is—almost 90% of victims of trafficking reported when they're coming out of that life or being rescued. [00:10:28] But the truth is, anybody can be trafficked. Anybody can be trafficked. We all have vulnerabilities about our personalities. We all have vulnerabilities about who we are, any of us could have something happen to us where we would rely or could be tricked or coerced by somebody or groomed by somebody, and that not end up being the situation we thought it was going to be. [00:23:56] And sometimes you're not gonna know all the questions to ask, and it may be really complex and you're like this is a lot, I don't know what to say, I don't know what to do. And I think a lot of times you just come back to it and approach somebody and just say, hey, are you okay? And that can really speak volumes because somebody realizes that you saw them and being seen can mean a whole lot just in that simple sentence. Thank you for listening. Whether you’re suffering from an eating disorder or you’re a caring friend or family member, we’d love to hear from you via email at eatthatfat@gmail.com Contribute a few bucks to the “Are You Going To Eat Your Fat?” Patreon to help cover production costs and the coordination and provision of resources. Whether you’re in recovery or currently in your eating disorder, you’re invited to join our FREE Facebook Group, “Are You Going to Eat Your Fat?” where you’ll find helpful recovery guidance, quotes, and support multiple times a week. There are already 33 members! Will you be next? Podcast audio editing and show notes by http://www.podcastabundance.com/services.

September 4, 2024

Addressing Insurance Hurdles in Eating Disorder Recovery

Eating disorders can create a significant financial burden when insurance doesn’t cover treatment, resulting in difficulties in finding specialized providers and high out-of-pocket costs. In this episode, Deena sheds light on the price tag of her treatment, resources for financial support, and the need for better education about eating disorders within the insurance industry. In this episode, you also hear: Issues with insurance policies and coverage Details about Project HEAL and the Manna Fund Finding the beauty in living instead of existing Must-listen moments: [00:04:36] The bottom line is that insurance is still not inclusive enough to completely cover or understand the needs of people with eating disorders. [00:10:28] There has to be a change because there's too many families out there that can't afford treatment. [00:14:55] Reaching out for help is a brave step forward and without treatment, eating disorders can feel like a prison of fear and self-doubt. Mentioned in this Episode: Project Heal - https://www.theprojectheal.org/ Manna Fund - https://mannafund.org/ Thank you for listening. Whether you’re suffering from an eating disorder or you’re a caring friend or family member, we’d love to hear from you via email at eatthatfat@gmail.com Contribute a few bucks to the “Are You Going To Eat Your Fat?” Patreon to help cover production costs and the coordination and provision of resources. Whether you’re in recovery or currently in your eating disorder, you’re invited to join our FREE Facebook Group, “Are You Going to Eat Your Fat?” where you’ll find helpful recovery guidance, quotes, and support multiple times a week. There are already 33 members! Will you be next? Podcast audio editing and show notes by http://www.podcastabundance.com/services.

August 21, 2024

Answering Your Questions: Navigating Eating Disorder Treatment and Recovery

Eating disorders can completely upend your life, resulting in an uphill battle to establish a sense of normalcy and control. In this episode, Deena walks us through her toughest days of living with depression alongside an eating disorder, and addresses listener questions about her treatment and ongoing healing journey. In this episode, you also hear: Managing guilt and multiple eating disorders Balancing mental health and treatment Challenges of body dysmorphia and being in recovery Must-listen moments: [00:08:32] No, I will never be cured. I will be in recovery is what I'm going to be. [00:13:37] It's not a magic pill, and so, yes, I do continue to take it and I will always need it, because something in my brain doesn't make a certain chemical to keep me level-headed and so I'm going to always need some type of antidepressant to do that. And it's made a huge impact in my life. [00:17:52] I compare myself to other people constantly. I think that's where communication comes in and having a sponsor, having someone that you can trust to speak to. I think they're normal feelings to have because I still have them after all these years. Thank you for listening. Whether you’re suffering from an eating disorder or you’re a caring friend or family member, we’d love to hear from you via email at eatthatfat@gmail.com Contribute a few bucks to the “Are You Going To Eat Your Fat?” Patreon to help cover production costs and the coordination and provision of resources. Whether you’re in recovery or currently in your eating disorder, you’re invited to join our FREE Facebook Group, “Are You Going to Eat Your Fat?” where you’ll find helpful recovery guidance, quotes, and support multiple times a week. There are already 33 members! Will you be next? Podcast audio editing and show notes by http://www.podcastabundance.com/services.

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What is Are You Going To Eat Your Fat??: This show is for caretakers, parents, spouses, siblings and friends of those struggling with an eating disorder. You aren’t alone in feeling overwhelmed and insufficient toward getting your loved ones the help they need with their eating disorder. We know what it’s like to desperately want to help them when everything you do seems to push them further away.

This show is also for those struggling with an eating disorder. Your feelings of hopelessness as you slip further into isolation, disappointed with your own reflection in the mirror, are safe here. We offer you hope and encouragement as we work to grow a community of in-recovery survivors who share your pain, understand your fears, and who truly understand.

I’m your host, Deena Lewis, and my husband, Brian Lewis, will join me for most episodes. We are a married couple who bring over 20 years of personal eating disorder recovery experience to you each week and hope to help, inspire, and support those struggling with an eating disorder and their loved ones.

On this show, you’ll walk alongside us through the ups and downs of my own anorexia recovery journey with you. We aim to provide reliable resources and encourage you during your darkest days.
You are worth it. You are not alone.

On this show, you can look forward to:

Decipher the emotional depth of eating disorders and how they touch the lives of sufferers and loved ones.

Discover the power of solidarity and community in healing and recovery.

Step inside the compelling real-life accounts of individuals challenged by eating disorders.

Unlock ways to steadfastly traverse the recovery road, filled with renewed optimism.

Acknowledge the integral involvement of our hosts, your allies in providing necessary support and resources.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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