Best Livia Sara Podcasts (2024)

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166. Autism and Eating Disorder Recovery with Livia Sara 45:00

13d ago45:00

45:00

This episode features Livia Sara, known as @LivLabelFree, who shares her journey and expertise in disordered eating recovery through the lens of autism. We'll discuss: Liv's Background: how Livia started helping others with neurodivergent eating disorder recovery Autistic Traits vs. Eating Disorder Behaviors: The conversation delves into distinguis…

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Are Eating Disorders Anxiety Disorders? w/ Chris Sandel 54:50

9h ago54:50

54:50

The connection between eating disorders and anxiety has been well established, but what about seeing eating disorders as a form of anxiety? In today's episode of the Liv Label Free Podcast, Livia Sara chats with Chris Sandel, a nutritionist, coach and eating disorder expert. Chris is the founder and owner of Seven Health, a platform through which h…

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Bulimia and Alcohol Recovery with Ross Beckley 51:31

1d ago51:31

51:31

During the 1980’s Ross grew up in, “quite a chaotic household and bulimia was my bit of privacy. I’d go and lock myself in the bathroom - there was a big ritual around it, eating, feeling overly full and horrible, and then wanting to be sick. But I had the secrecy of the bathroom, like this is my little secret, which fed into the shame.” She felt p…

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Reflecting on my Eating Disorder Through an Autistic Lens 47:53

5d ago47:53

47:53

Eating disorder recovery can be a challenge for autistic folks due to difficulty with change, sensory aspects of weight gain, and the unpredictability around what will "replace" the eating disorder. In this episode, Livia talks about a recent hardship in her life, bringing it into parallel with her past eating disorder. She reflects on how many of …

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What to Expect from The Liv Label Free Podcast 🌈 1:33

6d ago1:33

1:33

Do you want to increase your understanding of the link between neurodivergence and eating disorders? If so, you are in the right place! On the Liv Label Free Podcast, autism advocate and eating disorder survivor Livia Sara shares insights and strategies on how to make eating disorder recovery neurodiversity-affirming. You’ll learn how to use your a…

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167. A Book Review of Ultra-Processed People 52:59

6d ago52:59

52:59

In this episode, we dive into a thoughtful and nuanced review of the book 'Ultra Processed People' by Chris Van Tulleken. They explore the book's themes around ultra processed foods, their potential impact on our health, and the broader societal implications. The conversation navigates through personal anecdotes, scientific claims, and the complica…

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How Much Food is TOO Much in ED Recovery? (Autism Edition) 12:47

8d ago12:47

12:47

Is there such a thing as too much food in eating disorder recovery? Most people would say no. However, for the autistic brain, the concept of "eating without limits" can be so abstract and overwhelming, that setting constraints around food can be a wonderful tool. In this episode, autism and eating disorder recovery coach Livia Sara explains how to…

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Orri: A Place of Sanctuary, Safety and Shelter with Kerrie Jones 49:57

8d ago49:57

49:57

Kerrie is a leading Psychotherapist in the treatment of eating disorders and the founder and CEO of Orri, the Eating Disorder Treatment Clinic. “I think I knew from the age of twelve or thirteen that I would do something to help people. It felt really, really important to me and I know it’s a bit of a cliché but I always felt like I was somebody pe…

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How I Eat Intuitively as a Neurodivergent Person Recovered From an Eating Disorder 29:51

13d ago29:51

29:51

How do I eat intuitively as an autistic person that’s recovered from an eating disorder? This is a question I’ve received so often, and for good reason! I talk all about food freedom, extreme hunger, and honoring your body’s needs, while at the same time talking about how autistic people may struggle with recognizing bodily cues and how many behavi…

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Overcoming Food and Alcohol Addiction with Victoria Palmer 49:59

15d ago49:59

49:59

Victoria is an award-winning Certified Reiki Master Teacher & Practitioner, Coach, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, Guide & Moonologer. “I would stop at the garage on the way back from work and buy sandwiches and crisps and chocolate and eat those in the car on my way home. I was in a very destructive relationship at the time. I got bigger and bigge…

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Our favorite "weird" autistic food combinations! 🍫🥔🍦 49:01

16d ago49:01

49:01

Many autistic people enjoy eating food combinations that are considered “weird” by society. Although “disordered” eating can often underlie the creation of odd meals, it’s critical to invite compassion and curiosity before accusing the behaviors of being “the eating disorder talking.” In today's episode of the Liv Label Free Podcast, Livia Sara and…

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Neurodivergent Meditation to Reduce Feeling Overwhelmed 11:25

18d ago11:25

11:25

If you're neurodivergent and feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone. Navigating a world that wasn't built for you IS overwhelming! Listen to this guided mediation to reduce overwhelm so you can unleash your powerful neurodivergent energy 🌟 Connect with Livia: 🍩 INSTAGRAM 🌐 WEBSITE 📚 BOOKS Listen to more meditations for autism, ADHD, and eating disor…

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165. But I Can't Stop Overeating 42:47

20d ago42:47

42:47

In this episode, hosts Stefanie and Sarah dive into the complexities surrounding overeating, especially in the context of recovery from binge eating. They discuss the difference between binge eating and overeating, and explore how habits, stress, and emotional regulation play into our eating behaviors. Using real-life anecdotes and client experienc…

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Why Women Struggle to be Embodied with Dr. Fiona Vera-Gray 58:25

23d ago58:25

58:25

Dr Fiona Vera-Gray is one of the UK’S leading feminist academics working on violence against women and girls. She is also the author of Women On Porn, her first book for a mainstream audience. “There’s research that’s been done about how girls' bodily capacity starts to change at around twelve, it’s not to do with puberty, they start to learn to re…

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Invalidation is Trauma with Dr. Megan Anna Neff 1:03:10

23d ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Why are neurodivergent people at an increased risk of experiencing trauma? In this episode, Livia Sara chats with Dr. Neff, a neurodivergent psychologist and founder of Neurodivergent Insights where she creates education and wellness resources for neurodivergent adults. Dr. Neff is the author of the book “Self-Care for Autistic People” and she has …

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164. But What Are "Anchor Meals"? 35:26

27d ago35:26

35:26

Welcome back to another episode, everyone! In today's chat, we are explaining Stef's concept of "anchor meals", their psychological and physiological impacts, and how they fit into our daily routines. We start off with entertaining personal stories—from recording mishaps to culinary adventures in Spain—that segue into a discussion on why knowing wh…

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A Neurodivergent Conversation About Addiction, Travel, and Entrepreneurship w/ Patrick Casale 51:15

30d ago51:15

51:15

Can being neurodivergent contribute to addiction? How can you make traveling easier as an autistic and ADHD individual? Why do autistic people make excellent entrepreneurs? In today’s episode of the Liv Label Free Podcast, Livia Sara chats with Patrick Casale, an AuDHD Licensed Clinical Mental Health and Addictions Therapist. Patrick is a group pra…

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163. But Sometimes I Feel Despair About Recovery 37:05

1M ago37:05

37:05

In this episode, we're talking about the challenging and often unspoken topic of hopelessness and despair in relation to recovery from eating disorders. We offer personal experiences of the complex emotions intertwined with despair, such as fear, sadness, and anger. We also discuss what mindfulness, connection, and individuality might have to do wi…

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Autism, PMDD, and Extreme Hunger 26:31

1M ago26:31

26:31

Is PMDD related to autism and ADHD? How can experiencing extreme hunger in eating disorder recovery lead to PMDD? In today's episode, Livia Sara combines science and lived experience to uncover the intricate connection between extreme hunger, neurodivergence and PMDD. You'll learn: How I healed hypothalamic amenorrhea and got my period back The dif…

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162. Anger in Recovery: Toxic or Empowering? 46:28

1M ago46:28

46:28

In this episode, we explore the complex emotion of anger. We discuss how anger can be a suppressed emotion (and create conditions for bingeing and restricting) because sometimes, it's an emotion we are afraid to feel. On the other hand, it can be a high-energy emotion that just takes a lot of wrangling to keep regulated! For the first time ever on …

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161. But Can Food Guilt Be A Motivator? 40:29

2M ago40:29

40:29

In this episode, we explore the complex role guilt plays in our lives, particularly around topics like eating, self-care, and productivity. We start things off with some chit-chat about recording while standing up -- Stef has a moment of body image angst, revisted at the end of the episode. We discuss how guilt can stem from societal expectations a…

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The Neurodivergent Experience of Extreme Hunger in ED Recovery 51:30

2M ago51:30

51:30

My book “How to Beat Extreme Hunger” is here! In today’s episode, Livia and Mike discuss the experience of extreme hunger from a neurodivergent perspective, highlighting a variety of topics from the book. You’ll learn: The harmful impact of extreme hunger being diagnosed as binge eating disorder Using food to stim as an autistic ADHD individual The…

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160. But Why is Mindful Eating SO Hard?! 43:36

2M ago43:36

43:36

In this engaging episode of their podcast, Stef and Sarah dive deep into the topic of mindful eating. Stef shares some insightful anecdotes about how clients often come to her with a preconceived notion of how they "should" be eating. Sarah chimes in with practical advice from her workshops, suggesting that eating mindfully isn't about being perfec…

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159. Blood Sugar, Diabetes, and Binge Eating Recovery 52:13

2M ago52:13

52:13

This episode features a conversation with Danielle Bublitz, a registered dietitian from Southern California who has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. Danielle shares insights on the stigma surrounding type 2 diabetes, what it means to have prediabetes, and the tendency of wellness culture to pathologize blood sugar spikes in people with…

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Understanding Extreme Hunger from an Autistic Perspective 18:54

2M ago18:54

18:54

Extreme hunger is SUCH a terrifying part of the recovery process and can be especially confusing when you're also autistic...but extreme hunger is also such an IMPORTANT part of eating disorder recovery, which is why it's essential you learn to recognize it! In today's episode of the Liv Label Free Podcast, Livia Sara connects extreme hunger with t…

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158. But What the Hell (Effect) 48:41

2M ago48:41

48:41

In this episode of the "WTH Effect" podcast, hosts Stef and Sarah dive deep into the "What the Hell Effect," discussing personal experiences, psychological factors, and actionable strategies to cope with this common eating phenomenon. They explore the intersection of binge eating, restriction, and emotional regulation, providing valuable insights i…

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Autistic Overthinking Meditation | Neurodiversity-Affirming Guided Practice 11:09

2M ago11:09

11:09

Welcome to this Liv Label Free Neurodiversity-Affirming Guided Meditation, designed especially for those experiencing overthinking and anxiety related to autism. This practice embraces and affirms your unique neurodivergent mind, providing a safe and supportive space to calm your thoughts and find inner peace. 🎙️ Get FREE Audio Training on Autism a…

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157. But I'm Trying To Recover from Disordered Eating with Depression 37:41

3M ago37:41

37:41

In this episode of the "Life After Diets" podcast, we explore the journey of coping with depression in eating disorder recovery. Join us as we discuss personal stories, coping strategies, and nervous system theory with our hosts, Sarah Dosanjh, psychotherapist and author of I Can't Stop Eating, and Stefanie Michele, Certified Intuitive Eating Coach…

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Communication secrets for autistic people with eating disorders and demand avoidance (Q&A with my mom Part 2) 58:15

3M ago58:15

58:15

My mom is back for part 2 of our Q&A on autism and eating disorders! In today’s episode, we delve into the unique challenges faced by families when it comes to communication when dealing with autism and eating disorders. You’ll learn: Tips to communicate with an autistic person struggling with food How to build a safe and trusting environment in ED…

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156. But How Do I Handle Insensitive Comments? 46:42

3M ago46:42

46:42

You know what's hard in a life after diets? When people comment on your body or your food choices. How are we supposed to respond? It is a tough balance between setting boundaries, managing conflict, and not feeling triggered. The conversation starts out with a reflection of Stef's conversation the previous day with her Mom, but moves through diffe…

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Q&A with my mom! Answering your questions about autism, eating disorders, FBT, and more! (Part 1) 57:27

3M ago57:27

57:27

How do you best support an autistic child with an eating disorder? Is FBT helpful or harmful? Where can you get support as a parent? In today’s episode, Livia Sara and her mom Louise Alexandra answer listener questions about autism and eating disorders. You’ll learn: Slow and painful realization that your child is developing an eating disorder How …

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155. But I Don't Trust Myself with Food (Live Episode) 40:12

3M ago40:12

40:12

If we're not dieting, won't we just be completely out of control with food? That's the risk when we feel like we can't trust ourselves. In this episode, we talk about what self-trust is -- including how we thought about it before recovery and how we think about it now. And maybe most importantly, how we developed more of it! This episode was livest…

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Procrastinating Mealtimes 22:54

3M ago22:54

22:54

Do you delay eating until your to-do list is in order? Perhaps, you believe eating is more "enjoyable" when you save most of your calories for the night. Or maybe you just can't get out of the restrict-binge cycle that's controlling your days! If you want to gain practical strategies for cultivating a peaceful relationship with food, this episode i…

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154. But I Don't Know What to Eat... 45:25

3M ago45:25

45:25

How do other people make decisions about what to eat? Have you ever been interested in understanding what makes a person choose the breakfast or lunch or snack that they choose? Sarah and Stef offer their personal decision making processes of the meals they ate the day of recording this podcast. From there, the conversation branches off into topics…

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153. Let's Talk About PCOS with Sam Abbott RD 44:16

3M ago44:16

44:16

This week we are talking to Sam Abbott, RD about PCOS! Many of our listeners have been diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovarian sydrome) and medical recommendations to manage symptoms are usually geared towards weight loss and food restrictions. How does someone with PCOS balance this condition within a nondiet value system? We'll look at: What exac…

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Why Unrestricted Eating Is For Life (Part 2 of my chat w/ Victoria Kleinsman) 58:24

4M ago58:24

58:24

My dear friend Victoria Kleinsman is back! In part 2 of our chat on all things body image, bingeing, and creating the life you love, we discuss: Fear of “letting yourself go” and losing control around food Intuitive eating VS. intuition eating How to find your happy weight without restricting The importance of eating “junk food” in eating disorder …

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152. But How Do I Deal With a Relapse? 42:41

4M ago42:41

42:41

This episode is all about relapse in the context of eating disorder recovery. We cover topics such as shame, self-awareness, boundaries, dopamine regulation, catastrophization, and the impact of life circumstances on relapse. Relapses can be very distressing; it's tempting to think we've failed or that we'll "never really get better." In the second…

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151. But What Do Attachment Styles Have to Do With Food Boundaries? 43:28

4M ago43:28

43:28

This week we are talking about attachment styles. The psychological concepts of anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, and disorganized attachment have been used to understand our relationship dynamics with other people, but can it also be used to understand our relationship dynamics with food? For example, anxious attachment in relationships loo…

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Bingeing on Body Love w/ Victoria Kleinsman 58:23

4M ago58:23

58:23

What does it REALLY mean to love your body? Today, Livia chats with her bestie Victoria Kleinsman, a Food Freedom & Body Love Coach. After spending over 20 years battling eating disorders and being petrified of weight gain, Victoria empathizes with the challenges of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. Now living in food freedom and self-love, she …

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150. But Is It Self-Care or Self-Indulgence? 46:33

4M ago46:33

46:33

The world talks a lot about self-care, but many people in this community feel selfish taking care of themselves. It can be seen as indulgent to take the time to tend to our own needs, especially as mothers -- check out the second half of the podcast where Stef addresses this from her perspective as a parent (her take might surprise you). So what's …

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149. Review of The Hunger Habit by Judson Brewer 39:52

4M ago39:52

39:52

This episode is a review of "The Hunger Habit" by Judson Brewer, MD, PhD. Is this a book that can help people who struggle with binge eating and disordered eating? Will Sarah and Stef come to the same conclusions about the book? Most importantly, will Stef remember her note-to-self about making her points of contention calmly? I guess you'll have t…

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I Moved to Boston! + More Life Updates 50:43

5M ago50:43

50:43

It’s time for another update episode! Today, Livia is joined by her co-host Mike to share what’s been going on behind the scenes of Liv Label Free. We discuss: Why I left the Netherlands My upcoming extreme hunger book The Dutch translation of Rainbow Girl Experiences visiting Los Angeles Why neurodivergers are more likely to be followed by securit…

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148. A Recovery Story: But What If No One Is Attracted to My Body? with community member Louise 43:50

5M ago43:50

43:50

We are back with another recovery story -- this time from Louise, a member of our community (which you can join here, by the way!) Louise explains her story of disordered eating and restriction starting in adolescence, eventually leading her to give up dieting to lean into an anti-diet approach. Like so many others in ED recovery, Louise had to dea…

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BONUS Ep. w/Marcus Kain – Exercise After Dieting 24:16

5M ago24:16

24:16

Join us live on Monday 20th May 2024 in Brighton: https://www.lifeafterdietspodcast.com/evening-in-brighton/ And on Thursday 23rd May 2024 in Bournemouth: https://www.lifeafterdietspodcast.com/day-retreat-on-the-beach/ Join our growing support community. This community is for you if you want to improve your relationship with food and become more co…

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147. But Is It Possible to Pursue Weight Loss After Giving Up Dieting? 44:19

5M ago44:19

44:19

This episode was a toughie, not gonna lie. It's really, really hard to have this discussion without potentially triggering some folks -- and we only know that because at one time, it triggered us, too. But this podcast is valuable because it does explore nuances, including the things less talked about in the anti-diet world. At the end of the day, …

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From Picky Eating to Passionate Advocacy w/ George Muniz Gund 50:33

5M ago50:33

50:33

When it comes to understanding autism, picky eating, and the infinite array of neurodivergent traits, nothing is more powerful than stories of lived experience. In this episode, Livia Sara speaks with George Muniz Gund, a Brazilian American autistic and ADHD actor, neurodiversity acceptance and disability justice advocate, podcast host, and blogger…

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146. But I Have A Scarcity Mindset 45:19

5M ago45:19

45:19

In this episode, the hosts really get into how scarcity affects us, especially when it comes to food. They start by breaking down what scarcity truly means—it's not just about running out of something, but feeling like you never have enough of what you need. This feeling can lead to behaviors like hoarding or binge-eating, not just with food, but i…

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145. But Is Body Neutrality Really Possible? 46:27

5M ago46:27

46:27

This body image centered episode delves into the distinctions between body positivity and body neutrality, offering a nuanced exploration of how individuals can relate to their bodies beyond conventional narratives of self-love. The conversation begins by distinguishing body positivity from body neutrality. Originally, body positivity emerged from …

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144. But What Is Gentle Nutrition? 34:52

6M ago34:52

34:52

In this podcast episode, we explore the concept of Gentle Nutrition, explained as combining basic nutritional knowledge with body attunement. This 10th principle of Intuitive Eating is about recognizing how different foods affect one’s body while maintaining a non-restrictive approach to eating. We also touch on personal experiences with nutritiona…

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143. But My Body is Aging 41:36

6M ago41:36

41:36

This conversation discusses the challenges of confronting the aging process, with Sarah sharing a recent moment of seeing photographs of herself and thinking she looked...well, older. This introspection is mirrored by a conversation about Stef's Wednesday Weekly email, which talked about the "emergency" feeling of noticing differences in sagging sk…

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