Description

Whilst not everyone experiences it, weight gain is an unavoidable part of many people’s recoveries. In this episode of Rewired, we dive into our own weight restoration journeys, unpacking the fears, challenges, and tools we used along the way.

We discuss how our perspectives shifted, body changes, big “spikes” on the scale – and why eating disorders and fully living life couldn’t coexist. From set point theory to dealing with comments, navigating body image to releasing control, we explore what helped us get through it – how things changed – and why, despite the fears, it was worth it.

Topics covered:

• The fears and realities of weight gain 
• What weight gain actually means – personally and societally
• The empty promises (and threats) your ED makes 
• The body vs. the life it enables
• Dealing with comments and compliments 
• Weight targets, set point theory, and letting go of control
• The role of perfectionism and recovery rules
• Fear foods, consistency and trying to hack the “formula”
• The biology of ED behaviours 
• Social media curation and protecting your recovery space
• Accepting change: choosing a value-aligned life over a body-focused one

Connect with us:

Meg:
Instagram: @megsy_recovery
YouTube: Megsy Recovery
TikTok: megsy recovery

Safia:
Email: safia.s.muzaffar@gmail.com
Instagram: @safia_edrecoverycoach
Member of the Beyond Body Coaching team: Beyond Body Coaching

Em [copywriter & editor]:
@em_schone

[DISCLAIMER]

Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so should not be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.