Podcast Episode 19: A CONVERSATION ON EATING DISORDERS & BODY IMAGE
KINDRED ROOTS’ THERAPIST, DAPHNE WORNOVITZKY shares with life coach Kerri ann colby her lived experiences with an eating disorder and explains some of the systemic issues that are resulting in an increase in disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image issues.
In this episode, Kindred Roots therapist Daphne Wornovitzky and life coach Kerri Ann Colby discuss the complexities of eating disorders and body image issues, exploring the prevalence of disordered eating, the impact of diet culture, and the importance of intuitive eating and body trust. They delve into therapeutic approaches, the nuances of body positivity versus body neutrality, and how to support friends and family struggling with body image. Daphne shares her personal journey with eating disorders and emphasizes the need for advocacy and understanding in the mental health field.
Takeaways
Eating disorders are on the rise, especially post-COVID.
Diet culture has evolved but remains prevalent.
Disordered eating can manifest in various forms beyond traditional eating disorders.
Intuitive eating encourages a healthy relationship with food.
Body positivity may not encompass all body types equally.
Support from family and peers is crucial in recovery.
Language around body image can impact mental health.
Recognizing disordered eating patterns is essential for intervention.
Recovery from eating disorders is a personal journey.
Advocacy is needed to change societal perceptions of body image.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Eating Disorders and Body Image
02:53 Understanding the Rise of Eating Disorders
06:08 Exploring Different Types of Eating Disorders
09:06 The Impact of Diet Culture on Eating Disorders
11:46 Intuitive Eating and Body Trust
14:52 Therapeutic Approaches to Eating Disorders
17:45 Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality
23:44 Navigating Body Image Conversations
28:42 Personal Journey and Professional Insights
35:32 Understanding Recovery from Eating Disorders
39:51 Breaking the Cycle of Disordered Eating
44:44 Distinguishing Disordered Eating from Eating Disorders
As you’ll hear, Daphne Wornovitzky is a therapist at Kindred Roots Therapy in Okotoks and is available for in-person or virtual sessions for individuals, couples, or families. She is an approved provider at Silver Linings Foundation and Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta (EDSNA), which are valuable sources of support and resources for anyone looking for eating disorder recovery.
Kerri Ann Colby is a certified life coach available for in-person or virtual sessions with Kindred Roots in Okotoks. She has a special interest in helping people through mid-life transitions.
