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Will This Ever End? Finding Meaning in the Unknown & Challenges of Recovery with Natalie Rose
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Natalie Rose shares her journey of struggling with body image, dieting, and disordered eating, as well as her path to recovery and becoming a therapist specializing in disordered eating. She emphasizes that disordered eating and body image issues can impact quality of life, even if a person hasn't lost their period.
Natalie discusses the normalization of calorie counting and dieting, and how these behaviors can become obsessive and harmful. She also highlights the importance of community support and finding meaning in the recovery process. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the unknown timeline of recovery and the importance of self-compassion and self-awareness.
Takeaways
- Disordered eating and body image issues can impact quality of life, even if a person hasn't lost their period.
- Calorie counting and dieting can become obsessive and harmful, and it's important to assess the impact on mental well-being.
- Community support is crucial in the recovery process, providing validation, understanding, and connection.
- Finding meaning in the recovery process can help navigate the unknown timeline and challenges.
- Self-compassion and self-awareness are key in cultivating a healthy relationship with food and body.
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Website: https://www.periodnutritionist.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/period.nutritionist
Natalie Rose, a Registered Psychotherapist with a Masters in Psychology, is much more than just a therapist and virtual coach. She stands as a beacon of hope and expertise in the realm of disordered eating — a multifaceted issue deeply intertwined with emotions and self-perception.
What distinguishes Natalie is her personal journey of triumph over chronic dieting, binge eating, orthorexia, and a decades-long tumultuous relationship with food and body image. This first-hand experience fuels the passion and authenticity behind her brand, Wake Up and Smell The Rosay.
What began as a modest Instagram account where Natalie shared inspiring breakfast bowls (a vital yet often neglected meal for those struggling with disordered eating) has blossomed into a vibrant sanctuary uniting over 100,000 women. Together, they embark on a journey towards achieving
a balanced relationship with food and nurturing a positive relationship with themselves.
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