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Exploring Addiction & Eating Disorder Stigma & Support with James Hitchen
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This week on the Full of Beans podcast, I’m joined by James Hitchin, therapist and founder of the Wellbeing and Recovery Collective, for an open and grounding conversation about navigating addiction, eating disorder recovery, and the stigma that so often surrounds both.
James shares his lived experience with disordered eating and substance use—and how his journey through recovery shaped his work supporting others. Together, we explore how shame, silence, and societal expectations can create barriers to seeking help, especially when experiences don’t fit the stereotypes.
This episode was recorded during Men’s Mental Health Week, but the conversation is relevant all year round.
Key Takeaways:
- James' personal experience of addiction, binge eating disorder and excessive exercise
- The similarities and differences between addiction and eating disorders, and how they can intertwine
- The impact of stigma, silence & societal expectations on men
- The role of support groups in recovery
- The role of masculinity and gym culture in disordered eating
- How James uses his lived experience to support others in recovery
- Why inclusivity and accessibility matter in recovery spaces
Timestamps:
- 06:00 – James’ journey through addiction and ED recovery
- 12:00 – Masculinity, stigma & opening up
- 20:00 – Gym culture, control & body image
- 27:00 – Lived experience in therapy work
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders, addiction, and mental health challenges. Please listen with care.
Connect with Us:
Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast here
Follow Full of Beans on Instagram here
Connect with Sarah:
- The Wellbeing and Recovery Collective Website
- The Wellbeing and Recovery Collective Instagram (@twrcollective)
- James' Linkedin
Read our latest blog here
Further Resources: First Steps ED
Thank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!
If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!
Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛
222 episodes
Manage episode 487754315 series 3004577
This week on the Full of Beans podcast, I’m joined by James Hitchin, therapist and founder of the Wellbeing and Recovery Collective, for an open and grounding conversation about navigating addiction, eating disorder recovery, and the stigma that so often surrounds both.
James shares his lived experience with disordered eating and substance use—and how his journey through recovery shaped his work supporting others. Together, we explore how shame, silence, and societal expectations can create barriers to seeking help, especially when experiences don’t fit the stereotypes.
This episode was recorded during Men’s Mental Health Week, but the conversation is relevant all year round.
Key Takeaways:
- James' personal experience of addiction, binge eating disorder and excessive exercise
- The similarities and differences between addiction and eating disorders, and how they can intertwine
- The impact of stigma, silence & societal expectations on men
- The role of support groups in recovery
- The role of masculinity and gym culture in disordered eating
- How James uses his lived experience to support others in recovery
- Why inclusivity and accessibility matter in recovery spaces
Timestamps:
- 06:00 – James’ journey through addiction and ED recovery
- 12:00 – Masculinity, stigma & opening up
- 20:00 – Gym culture, control & body image
- 27:00 – Lived experience in therapy work
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders, addiction, and mental health challenges. Please listen with care.
Connect with Us:
Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast here
Follow Full of Beans on Instagram here
Connect with Sarah:
- The Wellbeing and Recovery Collective Website
- The Wellbeing and Recovery Collective Instagram (@twrcollective)
- James' Linkedin
Read our latest blog here
Further Resources: First Steps ED
Thank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!
If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!
Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛
222 episodes
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