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Why do perfectionism and the need for control show up so often in eating disorders — and how do they connect to the way we attach in relationships? In this candid conversation, Kait and Morgan explore the deep links between perfectionism, control, anxious attachment, and eating disorder recovery. We talk about how perfectionism can become both a coping mechanism and a source of pain, why anxious attachment often fuels fear of rejection or abandonment, and how these patterns impact food, body image, and relationships.

Through personal stories and practical insights, we unpack what it means to replace control with trust, navigate uncertainty, and build self-compassion in recovery. Whether you’re in eating disorder recovery, supporting someone who is, or curious about the emotional roots of perfectionism and relationship anxiety, this episode offers validation, understanding, and hope for change.

EPISODE GUEST: MORGAN HANNALECK is a licensed therapist, mental health speaker, and author who specializes in eating disorders, relationships, and self-worth. After surviving a life-threatening eating disorder in her teens, Morgan began a decade-long journey of healing that transformed her pain into purpose. She now uses both her personal and clinical experience to help others reconnect with themselves, challenge shame, and build lives rooted in authenticity and joy. Through speaking, writing, and therapy, Morgan empowers people—especially young women—to know they’re never too far gone to come home to themselves.

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