Recovery Talk
Amalie Lee (MSc, GMBPsS)
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.)
Episodes
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Dec 3, 2021 • 57min
BONUS EPISODE: Coaching & Working With Me
This is a bonus episode where I talk about coaching and working with me, as many have requested more information about this!. If you have any further questions or requests, send me an email at contact@letsrecover.co.uk (check junk inbox if no response) or see letsrecover.co.uk/coaching
Nov 30, 2021 • 26min
Not Hungry
What do you do when you are not hungry in recovery? How do you handle eating beyond the point of fullness? Does not feeling hungry mean you don't really need the food? Today I answer these common questions, and more related to lack of hunger and/or appetite in eating disorders (and recovery from them).
Nov 23, 2021 • 40min
Extreme Hunger
Dive into the complex world of extreme hunger, often misunderstood in recovery. Explore its psychological and biological roots, and how it contrasts with binge eating. Discover how societal norms shape our relationship with food, and the crucial role of understanding hunger in overcoming eating disorders. Unpack the idea that binge eating frequently stems from undernourishment, advocating for a compassionate approach in recovery.
Nov 16, 2021 • 29min
"How Do I Know If I'm Recovered?"
What does recovery truly feel like? Explore the personal journey of overcoming eating disorders. Discover key signs that indicate you're on the right path to recovery. Learn to view this process as a continuous journey aimed at fostering a healthier relationship with food, rather than a fixed destination. Dive into what it means to fully embrace recovery and how to recognize your progress along the way.
Nov 9, 2021 • 32min
Comparison In Recovery
Today we talk about comparison in eating disorder recovery, and the importance of keeping your eyes on your own plate. I explain the difference between comparison and inspiration, how to handle comparing yourself to others, and why what others do at the end of the day don't matter at all.
Nov 2, 2021 • 26min
Fear Foods (Why & How To Challenge Them)
Today we talk about why challenging fear foods in recovery is absolutely crucial, and how the fear is not always about the specific foods, but also about amounts and/or context. I also give listeners a recovery task I usually give to clients on how to challenge fear foods structurally and consistently.
Oct 26, 2021 • 30min
Exercise & Eating Disorder Recovery
Should I exercise in recovery? What counts as exercise? Why do I feel such intense urges to move, and how do I handle rest? These are some of the questions I answer in today's episode, where I touch upon the biology and psychology of exercise and eating disorders.
Oct 19, 2021 • 26min
Periods
In today's episode we talk about everything period related - from how to getting your period back, to how not everyone with an ED loses their period or have a period to begin with!
Oct 12, 2021 • 29min
Intuitive Eating
What is intuitive eating, and when/how should you apply it in eating disorder recovery? Today I talk about intuitive eating as a concept, my interpretation and application of IE as a coach, plus how diet culture has co-opted the term.
Oct 5, 2021 • 24min
The Honeymoon Phase Of An Eating Disorder
Today we talk about a phenomena amongst people with ED's where the initial stages of the disorder actually wasn't that bad. Instead, they'd might have felt excited, elevated and/or experienced external validation. I call this the "honeymoon phase". As a result, many hold on to the ED trying to chase that initial high, or hoping the honeymoon phase will return. It won't. In today's episode I explain why, and the parallels between an ED and an unhealthy relationship.
