Best Amalie Lee Msc Podcasts (2025)

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Retrying Recovery After Past Failed Attempts/Relapses 22:09

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8M ago22:09

22:09

In this episode I discuss giving recovery another go when you have a history of failed attempts and relapses. ⁠@amalielee⁠ | ⁠@letsrecover.co.uk⁠ | ⁠letsrecover.co.uk

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OCD & Eating Disorders 43:34

8M ago43:34

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In this episode I talk about OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), and how it relates to eating disorders. I discuss what OCD is, OCD vs OCPD, less known manifestations including 'pure O', OCD-ED and whether or not an eating disorder can be viewed as a form of OCD. Link to article mentioned: 'Ethical Orthorexia', Veganism & Moral Rigidity In Eating …

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"Do I Need To Believe In Full Recovery To Recover?" 25:58

9M ago25:58

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In this week's episode I discuss whether or not someone has to believe full recovery is possible for them in order to recover, and how the eating disorder will try and latch onto doubt to keep you stuck. @amalielee | @letsrecover.co.uk | letsrecover.co.uk

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Health-Promoting Behaviours VS An Eating Disorder 40:23

9M ago40:23

40:23

Where does the line go between Orthorexia and healthy eating? How do you know if you simply enjoy being active, or are engaging in disordered movement? What does 'healthy' even mean? In this episode I discuss the difference between someone caring about their health versus someone having an eating disorder, and how the eating disorder will try to ca…

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How Eating Disorders Hijack Cravings 31:23

10M ago31:23

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In this episode I discuss cravings in recovery from a restrictive eating disorder, and how your eating disorders' tendency to over-analyse your cravings can hold you back. I also discuss carbohydrate cravings, and craving meat as a (former) vegetarian or vegan in recovery. letsrecover.co.uk | @letsrecover.co.uk | @amalielee…

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All In 57:52

11M ago57:52

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In this episode I discuss all-in recovery, or 'going all in'; what it means, who it is (and isn't) for, common criticisms, and potential perks and pitfalls with this method of recovery. letsrecover.co.uk⁠ | @letsrecover.co.uk⁠ | @amalielee⁠

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Planning/Fantasising About Recovery (But Not Doing Anything) 27:32

11M ago27:32

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In this week's episode I discuss the trap of maladaptive daydreaming and endlessly strategising/planning your future recovery, and how this can be a way of avoiding action. 1:1 coaching application form | letsrecover.co.uk @letsrecover.co.uk | @amalielee

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Starvation Mode 39:57

12M ago39:57

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What is starvation mode, why does it happen and how do I know I'm experiencing it? In this episode I discuss the physical and psychological consequences of being in starvation mode - and how to get out. letsrecover.co.uk | @amalielee | @letsrecover.co.uk

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Disordered Movement: Why It's Worth Targeting 26:33

1y ago26:33

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In this week's episode I discuss the mental aspects of why working on your relationship with exercise is so important (including compulsive lower level movement and walking), and some important steps and mindset shifts to get there.

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Intermittent Fasting & Eating Disorders 41:11

1y ago41:11

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In this week's episode I discuss intermittent fasting, and why this is a bad idea for people in recovery from restrictive eating disorders. Articles mentioned: Nutritional Science, Health & Debunking Food Myths 'Ethical Orthorexia', Veganism & Moral Rigidity in Eating Disorders

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People Pleasing, Boundaries & Advocating For Your Needs In Recovery 30:09

1y ago30:09

30:09

In this episode I discuss people pleasing (and what's really driving this behaviour); advocating for yourself in recovery; facing triggering people and situations; and setting boundaries with others.

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Finding Full Recovery & Ditching Diet Culture (Ft. Stephanie Loix) 29:00

1y ago29:00

29:00

In this episode I'm joined by fellow Let's Recover recovery coach & mental health nurse Stephanie Loix to discuss breaking free from an eating disorder and quasi-recovery, and letting go of diets once for all. Stephanie's Instagram: @the.wishful.coach Work with Stephanie: https://letsrecover.co.uk/p/stephanie…

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Online Wellness Culture & The Pathologisation Of Normal 34:08

1y ago34:08

34:08

In this week's episode I'm discussing online wellness culture and how it pathologises completely normal things, and why you probably should not take health advice from TikTok.

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The Truth Behind Quasi-Recovery & Extreme Hunger (Ft. Han Hickinbotham) 50:37

1y ago50:37

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Today I'm joined by Han Hickinbotham from the Full of Beans Podcast to discuss quasi recovery, extreme hunger and why your eating disorder is not that special. Links: Full of Beans podcast | Han's Instagram

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Recovery To Recovered: Re-engaging With The World 22:54

1y ago22:54

22:54

Hi again, it's been a while! Today's episode discusses the importance of knowing where you're at; the difference between being in recovery vs recovered (and how what's 'healthy' differs in each); re-engaging with the world after an eating disorder; and trusting your own resilience. @amalielee | @letsrecover.co.uk letsrecover.co.uk…

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Recovery Coaches: Red & Green Flags 55:10

1+ y ago55:10

55:10

In this week's episode I'm venturing into the world of eating disorder recovery coaching, and what to look for in a coach as a client. Substack: ⁠⁠⁠letsrecover.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠letsrecover.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@amalielee⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠@letsrecover.co.uk

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What Is "Normal Eating"? 29:43

1+ y ago29:43

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In this weeks episode I discuss the concept of "normal eating" (and why it does not really matter), comparing your intake, the concept of "selective mirroring" and the importance of creating your own path. Substack: ⁠⁠letsrecover.substack.com⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠letsrecover.co.uk⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@amalielee⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@letsrecover.co.uk…

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Safety Behaviours 23:09

1+ y ago23:09

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In this week's episode I discuss safety behaviours: what they are, how to identify them and why they can be harmful to recovery. Substack: ⁠letsrecover.substack.com⁠ Website: ⁠letsrecover.co.uk⁠ Instagram: ⁠@amalielee⁠ / ⁠@letsrecover.co.uk

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How An Eating Disorder Impact Mood & Emotions 24:07

1+ y ago24:07

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In this week's episode I discuss how an eating disorder impacts your mood and emotions, and why change and letting go can feel so hard. Substack: letsrecover.substack.com Website: letsrecover.co.uk Instagram: @amalielee / @letsrecover.co.uk

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Recovering From Compulsive Movement (Ft. Louisa Sophie) 51:49

1+ y ago51:49

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A conversation about everything compulsive movement, featuring eating disorder recovery coach Louisa Sophie. Louisa's Instagram: @recoverywith.louisa Work with Louisa: https://letsrecover.co.uk/p/coaching

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Recovery Fatigue 26:09

2y ago26:09

26:09

In this week's episode I discuss recovery fatigue, and why energy levels sometimes (temporarily) drop once you increase rest and intake after a period of energetic deficit.

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Filling Up On Vegetables (Or Not Craving Them At All) 35:08

2y ago35:08

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In this week's episode I'm discussing 'The Broccoli Trap': excessively filling up on vegetables to the point where it creates more troubles than good. I also discuss not craving vegetables at all, and why this is common in recovery.

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Frugality & Guilt Spending Money On Food & Self 28:52

2y ago28:52

28:52

In this episode I'm discussing frugality and eating disorders, and the extreme guilt that may show up when spending money on food, clothes and other items for yourself. I also discuss hoarding and moral/ethical rigidity. Link to article mentioned: https://letsrecover.substack.com/p/ethical-orthorexia-veganism-and-moral…

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Social Eating 21:08

2y ago21:08

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In this week's episode we're discussing anxiety around eating in social situations, and the key to beating this fear.

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Bone Density Loss (Osteopenia & Osteoporosis) 29:35

2y ago29:35

29:35

In this week's episode I'm discussing bone density and eating disorders. I explain Osteopenia VS Osteoporosis, Hypothalamic Hypogonadism, treatment, common medical misunderstandings, and myths.

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Recovery In Midlife (Ft. Michelle Viña-Baltsas) 40:35

2y ago40:35

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In this week's episode I am joined by coach Michelle Viña-Baltsas to discuss recovering later in life. We also discuss ageism, age positivity, and the importance of self-compassion. Michelle's Instagram: @michellevinabaltsas_coach Michelle's website: michellevinabaltsas.com

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Eating-Induced Hunger 28:51

2y ago28:51

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Why do I get more hungry the more I eat, and how come restriction makes me less hungry? In this episode I discuss what I like to refer as 'eating-induced hunger', which is a common experience in eating disorders and recovery. I also answer a listener question around feeling obsessive and concerned with what your family members are eating.…

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Fear Of Doing Recovery Wrong 43:32

2y ago43:32

43:32

Welcome to Season 2 of Recovery Talk! In today's episode we talk about the fear of doing recovery 'wrong' - and what is often really underlying this fear.

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Announcement: Recovery Talk Is Taking A Short Season Break 7:18

2y ago7:18

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Recovery Talk is taking a short season break, and will be back August/September this year. Meanwhile, see the below for more: Substack: letsrecover.substack.com Website (for coaching): letsrecover.co.uk

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My Thoughts On "Mindful Eating" 29:58

2+ y ago29:58

29:58

In this episode I am sharing my thoughts on "mindful eating" in eating disorder recovery. I am also answering a listener question about what to do when your dietician prescribe a low-calorie meal plan in recovery.

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The 4 R's Of Recovery 25:42

2+ y ago25:42

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In this episode I discuss the 4 non-negotiable R's of recovery; what they are, how to implement, and why they are key for full recovery. I also answer a listener question about exercise in recovery.

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Why I Recommend A "Food First" Approach In Recovery 23:02

2+ y ago23:02

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In this episode I discuss the importance of "food first" in eating disorder recovery; what it is, how to implement and my own experience with this approach. I also answer a listener question about mental hunger when physically full.

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Lab Results 21:22

2+ y ago21:22

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In this episode I explain blood samples and interpreting lab results in people with eating disorders/in recovery. I discuss certain surprising findings (e.g high cholesterol despite eating a low-cholesterol diet), and what it really means when your blood samples come out 'normal'. I also answer a listener question about whether or not my exercise a…

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Binge Eating Disorder & Fatphobia (W/ Sarah Frances Young) 46:12

2+ y ago46:12

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In this episode I'm joined by Sarah Frances Young (@sarahfrancesyoung on Instagram) to discuss binge eating disorder (and whether or not it is a restrictive eating disorder), "atypical" anorexia, fatphobia and weight stigma in the eating disorder treatment system. Sarah's website: everythingedrecovery.com My Substack: letsrecover.substack.com…

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Parents & Eating Disorders, Family-Based Treatment (FBT) & ED Myths (W/ JD Ouellette) 46:47

2+ y ago46:47

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Today I am joined by fellow coach, researcher and expert-by-experience JD Ouellette to discuss parent's role in eating disorder recovery, myths about parents and eating disorder development, family-based treatment (FBT) and the importance of re-feeding and reaching one's set point weight. JD's website: https://www.jdouellette.com/ FEAST website: ht…

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Perfectionism In Food & Eating 33:47

2+ y ago33:47

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In this episode I discuss some common underlying drivers of food- and eating perfectionism, and how to challenge it. I also answer a listener question about meal plans.

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Bingeing Pt. 2: Avoiding Compensatory Behaviours 26:27

2+ y ago26:27

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In this episode I discuss resisting the urge to engage in compensatory/restrictive behaviours post-binge. I also answer a listener question on intergenerational trauma and eating disorders.

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Bingeing Pt. 1: Understanding Why We Binge 39:24

2+ y ago39:24

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In this weeks episode I discuss bingeing in eating disorders: what it is, why it happens and what we get wrong about it. This is part 1 of a two-part episode on bingeing. Join my group-coaching programme "From Quasi To Full Recovery" here: https://letsrecover.co.uk/p/from-quasi-to-full-recovery

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The Honeymoon Phase Of Recovery 22:29

2+ y ago22:29

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Previously I've discussed the honeymoon phase of an eating disorder. In this episode, I discuss the honeymoon phase of recovery - what it is, why it happens, and how to move forward once it ends. I also answer a listener question about experiencing extreme hunger when only 'mildly' restricting.

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Embracing/Accepting Change 30:56

2+ y ago30:56

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In this week's episode I share my thoughts on change, growth and embracing the journey of it all. I discuss the "End Of History Illusion", and why you might wrongly underestimate your own abilities to change. I also answer a listener question about bladder weakness in eating disorders.

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Overwhelm/Indecisiveness Around Food & Grocery Shopping 28:33

2+ y ago28:33

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In this week's episode I discuss the ''deer in headlights'' phenomena many people in eating disorder recovery experience when it comes to picking what to eat, e.g when grocery shopping. I explain how food scarcity- and perfectionism may be the underlying theme, and offer some strategies to help conquer this. I also answer a question about recovery …

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The Adapted To Flee Famine Hypothesis 41:23

2+ y ago41:23

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In this episode I discuss "Adapted to Flee Famine: Adding an Evolutionary Perspective on Anorexia Nervosa" (Guisinger, 2003), which argues that scientific evidence points towards Anorexia being an evolutionary response to famine. I go through key points of this fascinating paper, and what it may mean for your recovery.…

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Autism & Eating Disorders (W/ Fiona Hollings) 50:02

2+ y ago50:02

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This week I am joined by Fiona Hollings to discuss the co-occurence of autism and eating disorders. We discuss what unique strengths and challenges autistic people in eating disorder recovery face; how to differentiate the ED from autism; stereotypes about autism; and much more! You can find Fiona at Instagram: @finding_fi_ & Youtube: Fi’s Fight Ba…

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Intuitive Eating VS Intuitive Restriction 28:03

2+ y ago28:03

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Is it intuitive eating, or simply "intuitive restriction"? In this week's episode I discuss the common restrictive traps people in eating disorder recovery fall into when pursuing intuitive eating, and how to avoid them.

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Recovery Perfectionism, Doubt & Procrastination 31:09

2+ y ago31:09

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In this episode I discuss the myth of the 'perfect' recovery, and how endlessly seeking out information or waiting for the 'perfect' moment can be a form of procrastination. I also discuss doubting recovery, and the importance of doing it anyway.

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Overshot 31:50

2+ y ago31:50

31:50

In this episode I discuss weight overshot in eating disorder recovery: what it is, and why it happens. I also discuss target weights, set point weight and debunk some weight myths.

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Social Media & The Recovery Community 48:22

2+ y ago48:22

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In this episode I discuss navigating social media as someone with an eating disorder/in recovery from one. I discuss the common pitfalls of social media, the two-edged sword of the online recovery community, and offer some advice on how to navigate social media safely and responsibly.

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A Message For The Holidays 28:01

3y ago28:01

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In this episode I discuss dealing with Christmas and other food-oriented holidays when in recovery from an eating disorder. I discuss common challenges during this time of the year, and why these challenges can actually be opportunities for progress. I also answer a listener question about extreme hunger.…

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Others Not "Getting" Your Recovery/Reinforcing The ED 39:25

3y ago39:25

39:25

In this week's episode I discuss what to do when others (friends, family and even treatment professionals) don't "get" your way of recovering, and instead unintentionally reinforce the eating disorder. I also discuss handling diet conversations, doubting recovery, how to navigate triggering situations and setting boundaries.…

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The Importance Of Exposure 33:36

3y ago33:36

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In this episode I discuss exposure therapy in the context of eating disorder recovery: what it is, and why it is so important. I also answer a listener question about what to do when people around you don't 'get' your way of recovering and/or reinforce the eating disorder.