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Recovery Talk

Amalie Lee (MSc, GMBPsS)•letsrecover.co.uk
Health & Fitness
Mental Health
Welcome to Recovery Talk – a podcast that cuts through the noise around eating disorders and disordered eating. I’m Amalie, bringing clinical, academic, and lived experience to help you understand the psychology and science of recovery. No fluff, no BS—just real talk about topics like restriction, binge eating, body image healing, exercise, and anorexia- and bulimia recovery. You’re not alone—and yes, full recovery is possible for you too. Join me for honest, practical, science-backed insights and support on your journey. (Disclaimer: not medical advice or a substitute for treatment.)
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Episodes

OCD & Eating Disorders

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 Disorders Website: letsrecover.co.uk...

Jan 14, 2025•44 min

"Do I Need To Believe In Full Recovery To Recover?"

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

Dec 31, 2024•26 min

Health-Promoting Behaviours VS An Eating Disorder

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 camouflage unhealthy behaviours as healthy. Articles mentioned: The mental benefits of healing your relationship with movement What about walking? @amal...

Dec 17, 2024•40 min

How Eating Disorders Hijack Cravings

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...

Dec 03, 2024•31 min

All In

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 ⁠

Oct 29, 2024•58 min

Planning/Fantasising About Recovery (But Not Doing Anything)

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...

Oct 22, 2024•28 min

Starvation Mode

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...

Oct 09, 2024•40 min

Disordered Movement: Why It's Worth Targeting

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.

Sep 03, 2024•27 min

Intermittent Fasting & Eating Disorders

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...

Aug 13, 2024•41 min

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

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...

Jul 30, 2024•29 min

Recovery To Recovered: Re-engaging With The World

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...

Jul 02, 2024•23 min

Recovery Coaches: Red & Green Flags

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

Jan 30, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 13

What Is "Normal Eating"?

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...

Jan 24, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 12

Safety Behaviours

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

Jan 16, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 11

How An Eating Disorder Impact Mood & Emotions

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

Jan 09, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 10

Recovering From Compulsive Movement (Ft. Louisa Sophie)

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

Jan 02, 2024•52 min

Recovery Fatigue

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.

Dec 26, 2023•26 min

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

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.

Nov 28, 2023•35 min

Frugality & Guilt Spending Money On Food & Self

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

Nov 21, 2023•29 min

Social Eating

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

Nov 07, 2023•21 min•Season 2Ep. 5

Bone Density Loss (Osteopenia & Osteoporosis)

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.

Oct 31, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 4

Recovery In Midlife (Ft. Michelle Viña-Baltsas)

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

Oct 24, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 3

Eating-Induced Hunger

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.

Oct 10, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 2

Fear Of Doing Recovery Wrong

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.

Oct 03, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 1

My Thoughts On "Mindful Eating"

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.

Jun 13, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 87
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