Join my free support group for monthly hot seat coaching: https://victoriakleinsman.com/free-support-group/ Welcome back, my loves! This week’s episode is a juicy one – it’s our monthly Q&A where Julia and I dive deep into your most vulnerable, heartfelt, and relatable questions. From how to give yourself permission to let go of the ED when you’re scared of judgment, to navigating free time, motherhood, and movement post-recovery… we cover it all. You’ll hear our personal experiences, clie...
Jul 12, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 238
🎙 Raw Coaching Session: Body Image, Worthiness & Ancestral Healing with Christina This episode is a little different – you’re invited to witness a deeply powerful, real-time 1:1 coaching session between me and my beautiful client Christina. What began with a reflection on her increasing body size opened into something far deeper: childhood wounds, ancestral stories, suppressed rage, and a core belief that she was undeserving of love. Together, we got to the real root of her eating disorder....
Jul 05, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 237
Meditation for inner worth and freedom Enjoy 💛
Jun 30, 2025•12 min
In this solo episode, I’m diving into my hot take on CBT — cognitive behavioural therapy — and why, although it’s helpful for eating disorder recovery, it’s absolutely not enough if you’re looking for full, lasting freedom. I’m sharing openly and passionately about: ✨ What CBT does well (and why I still use parts of it in my coaching) ✨ Why mindset work alone can’t heal trauma responses ✨ How to translate “I feel fat” into what’s really going on underneath ✨ What I believe is truly missing in mo...
Jun 25, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 236
In this deeply honest and uplifting conversation, I sat down with the beautiful Tegan Louise to chat all things recovery, healing, trauma, and how our beliefs about food and bodies are formed long before we even realise it. We went everywhere in this chat —attachment styles, inner child wounds, parenting, body image, sex, intimacy, fear of weight gain, people pleasing, and that moment you finally say, “I’ve had enough.” If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same cycle, or like your self-worth is hang...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 235
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by my incredible client Tara, who opens up about her 30-year journey with anorexia—and what finally helped her step into true freedom. This conversation is a deep, emotional, and honest exploration of what it really takes to recover after decades of struggle, secrecy, and perfectionism. Tara shares how a milestone birthday cracked her open, how trauma shaped her need for control, and how letting go of that control changed everything. 💥 In this episode, we ta...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 234
In this raw, unfiltered episode, I reunite with the incredible Susan and Christina to answer YOUR questions about recovery, body image, menopause, and navigating the complexities of diet culture—especially as women in their later years of life. We open up about the real symptoms of recovery, how our bodies and minds changed through the journey, and the deeper emotional shifts that come with true healing. From feeling out of breath during a walk to redefining what movement means, we speak to the ...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 233
In this episode, I joined Emily for a deep and soulful conversation on the mini series she’s created – diving into real, raw, and essential truths about healing from an eating disorder. Here’s what we explored together: ✨ My three most important lessons from recovery (and how they shifted everything). ✨ The power of owning that no one is coming to save you – and why that’s the ultimate key to freedom. ✨ How true healing goes far beyond food and body image… it’s about loving and fully accepting y...
May 28, 2025•23 min•Season 2Ep. 232
This episode is living proof that full recovery is possible—even without coaching or therapy. Michelle bravely shares how she fully healed her relationship with food and body using only podcast support… and a fierce decision to choose freedom. We talk about: ✨ Her journey from subtle body checking and dieting to full food freedom ✨ The turning point where she decided “enough is enough” ✨ What it felt like to face weight gain, shame, and body image triggers—without turning back ✨ How she learned ...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 231
🎙️ Monthly Q&A with Julia: The Truth About Recovery, Fear & Freedom Join Victoria and Julia for a short but power-packed Q&A session where they role-play the voices of the eating disorder vs. the healthy self (with some hilarity!), explore physical recovery symptoms, and get radically honest about the fears, resistance, and beautiful truths of choosing recovery. From dealing with exhaustion and edema to navigating the emotional highs and lows of healing, this episode is raw, real, a...
May 14, 2025•32 min•Season 2Ep. 230
How to Get Out of Quasi Recovery with Livia Sara This episode is one of the most powerful and expansive conversations I’ve had on the podcast to date. Livia Sara is back—author, coach, and absolute soul sister—and we’re diving deep into the sneakiest trap of all: quasi recovery . We unpack what it really means to be stuck in that space where you’ve gained weight, maybe even “look” recovered, but inside? You’re still living in fear, control, and limitation. This episode will shake something loose...
May 07, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 229
Welcome back my loves! 💜 In this episode, Julia and I are diving into your brilliant questions about recovery. This is raw, real, emotional, funny and deep — basically, all the things we are! We chat about: What moment I’d relive without my eating disorder Healing mother/daughter codependency while both recovering Feeling guilty for resting (and why that’s actually a GOOD thing) Why gaining weight feels unsafe — and how I rewired that fear myself Sensory overload in a changing body (and what he...
Apr 29, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 228
In this deep and empowering episode, Victoria sits down with Dr. Jillian Lampert – VP of the Emily Program and President of REDC – to talk about what traditional ED treatment is missing, why recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all, and how our society’s obsession with weight is doing real harm. They dive into the neurobiological roots of eating disorders, discuss GLP-1 medications, and explore the roles of ADHD, autism, and trauma in ED development. This episode is packed with truth bombs, fierce compa...
Apr 23, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 227
🎙️ Podcast Episode: Is Unrestricted Eating Different to Intuitive Eating? In this juicy solo episode of The Body Love Binge, I explore a powerful and often misunderstood question: Is unrestricted eating different to intuitive eating? Spoiler alert – yes and no… and I break it all down for you. I share my own rebellious journey from restriction, through binge-restrict cycles, into the chaos and liberation of unrestricted eating, and eventually into the grounded peace of what I call intuition eat...
Apr 16, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 226
This week, I sat down once again with the one and only Tabitha Farrar —eating disorder recovery coach, author, and all-round truth-teller—to talk about how to actually rewire negative body image. Tabitha’s just released a powerful new book called “Fried Eggs and Thunder Thighs” (yes, you read that right!) and it dives deep into the root of negative body image and how to teach your brain a different story. In this conversation, we explored: • Why negative body image is not your fault —and definit...
Apr 09, 2025•31 min•Season 2Ep. 225
Guests: Susie (69, USA) & Christina (64, Australia) In this beautifully honest and heart-opening episode, Victoria is joined by two extraordinary women, Susie and Christina, who share their transformative journeys of recovering from eating disorders—well into their 60s. Having met through Victoria’s group coaching community, these two have not only found food freedom and body peace, but also a deep, life-affirming friendship. They discuss the unique challenges of recovery later in life, the ...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 224
In this special episode of The Body Love Binge , Victoria and Julia dive into an honest and unfiltered Q&A session, tackling some of the most pressing questions from their listeners about eating disorder recovery, exercise, self-acceptance, and navigating the messy middle of healing. From the challenges of reintroducing exercise to the ongoing battle with body image thoughts, this episode is packed with invaluable insights and practical advice. Victoria and Julia share their personal experie...
Mar 26, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 223
In this episode, we dive deep into fear—how it holds us back, why it feels so real, and most importantly, how to push through it. Fear isn't a stop sign; it's a green light. Whether it's fear of weight gain, eating certain foods, or losing control, this episode will help you break free from fear’s grip. We explore: ✅ How fear is just a false experience appearing real ✅ Why your brain tries to keep you stuck in old patterns ✅ How to rewire your brain and step into food freedom ✅ The power of acti...
Mar 19, 2025•32 min•Season 2Ep. 222
In this episode, I dive deep into one of the most common objections to body acceptance: "But what if I need to lose weight for health reasons?" This question comes up all the time whenever we discuss self-love, body positivity, and food freedom. Spoiler alert: You do not need to hate your body into health. In fact, research shows that shame, guilt, and self-loathing do the opposite of promoting well-being. I unpack the myths surrounding weight and health, the dangers of diet culture, and what tr...
Mar 12, 2025•17 min•Season 2Ep. 221
In this episode of The Body Love Binge , we dive deep into the fundamental truth that recovery from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating follows the same core process. While the behaviors of these disorders may differ, the root cause and the path to healing remain the same —unrestricted eating, emotional regulation, and reconnecting with self-love. We explore: Why restriction (physical or mental) is at the core of all eating disorders. The Migration Theory of Anorexia —how biological survival mec...
Mar 05, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 220
Welcome to a very special episode of The Body Love Binge AND Fly to Freedom ! Today, I’m joined by my best friend, Julia, and we’re diving deep into your questions about eating disorder recovery, fear, self-acceptance, and what true freedom really looks like. In this episode, we’re talking about: Embracing fear and using it as a tool for growth The power of full food permission and why all foods fit How to deal with guilt and shut down the ED voice The challenges of rest, body image, and weight ...
Feb 25, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 219
Hey loves, here’s what today’s episode is all about… I’m sitting here in my kitchen, little Koa on my boob (boobalicious, as I like to call it), needing a wee and feeling a bit hungry, but I thought—before I disturb her peaceful little nap—I’ll record this episode. Because a question came up in my group coaching that I really wanted to talk about. Jan, one of my coaching clients, listened to my birth story episode and said something I mentioned really stood out to her. I had said that recovering...
Feb 18, 2025•23 min•Season 2Ep. 218
Episode Overview In this episode, Victoria Kleinsman dives deep into the topic of emotional eating, exploring its nuances, misconceptions, and the fine line between emotional eating and eating disorders. If you've ever felt guilt or shame around using food for comfort, this episode is a must-listen! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🔹 Emotional Eating vs. Eating Disorders: The key differences and warning signs that emotional eating might develop into an eating disorder. 🔹 Why Judgment is the ...
Feb 12, 2025•17 min•Season 2Ep. 217
🎙 Episode Summary: In this deeply personal and transformative episode, I sit down with my amazing doula, Marianne Nijeboer , to share my home birth experience and the immense value of having a doula by my side. From navigating fears and emotional breakthroughs to fully surrendering to the birth process, this episode is packed with insights, lessons, and raw reflections. ✨ What We Cover in This Episode: What a doula really does and how they support not just birth, but the emotional and spiritual...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 216
Hello, my loves! This episode is raw, real, and recorded in the chaos of life as a new mama. I’m sharing a life update and answering your questions about motherhood, eating disorder recovery, and everything in between. From breastfeeding challenges to navigating body changes postpartum, and from recovery fears to practical tools for freedom, I’m bringing you all the juicy insights and honest reflections. Whether you're curious about how I’m balancing it all (spoiler: I’m not!), or you're looking...
Jan 29, 2025•58 min•Season 2Ep. 215
Hey Queens! In this episode, I’m talking about a question I get asked all the time: “What the f**k do I actually eat when I stop restricting?” It’s inspired by a lovely listener, Hedi, and so many of you who’ve shared the same struggle. I’m here to reassure you that, yes, it can feel paralyzing when you finally drop all your food rules—but there’s freedom on the other side. Eat Whatever the F k You Want** You’ve let go of restriction, so the world of food can suddenly feel huge and overwhelming....
Jan 21, 2025•22 min•Season 2Ep. 214
Welcome to today’s episode of the podcast, where we dive deep into an incredible story of resilience, recovery, and true transformation. I’m joined by my previous client, Rocki, whose journey from struggling with severe eating disorders to finding freedom is one that will truly inspire you. In this episode titled *"Breaking Free: Rocki's Journey from 60 Laxatives a Day to Food & Body Freedom,"* we explore the serious realities of laxative abuse, compulsive exercise, and using alcohol as a co...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 213
Welcome back to The Body Love Binge podcast! I’m excited to share another powerful interview with you today, where I had the pleasure of being on Livia Sara’s podcast . This is part 2 of our chat on all things body image, bingeing, and how to create a life you absolutely love. Our conversation was so rich and full of insights, I knew I had to bring it to my listeners. In this episode, we dive into some of the most important and often misunderstood topics in eating disorder recovery, including: T...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 212
Hey Queen, welcome back to The Body Love Binge Podcast! I’ve got something extra special for you today that I’m so excited to share! This week’s episode is unlike my usual ones—I’m giving you an inside look at one of my live group coaching calls. In this call, we dive deep into the real, raw, and transformative conversations about eating disorder recovery, self-love, and body image. This episode is packed with so much value and practical tips you can apply right away, whether you're navigating f...
Jan 02, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 211
Welcome back to The Body Love Binge podcast! Today, I’ve got something extra special for you. I’m sharing an interview I did on Chris Sandel's Real Health Radio podcast because the conversation was so valuable, I knew I had to repurpose it here for all of you. In this episode, Chris and I dive deep into my 20-year battle with an eating disorder, how I escaped an abusive relationship, and ultimately, how I reached full recovery. We talk about the journey from body hate to body love and so much mo...
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 210
