Episode 10: Did I Trade in my Eating Disorder for Alcohol

Did I trade my eating disorder for alcohol...or was I trying to survive the same pain in a different way? In this deeply personal episode of Dear Recovery, I share my own experience navigating both eating disorder recovery and alcohol use while exploring why these struggles so often overlap. We'll talk about co-occurring disorders, coping, shame, and the hope that comes from looking beneath the behaviors with compassion instead of judgment. If you've ever wondered whether you've "traded one disorder for another," this conversation is for you. As always, my hope is that you leave feeling a little less alone—and a little more hopeful. 💙  "If something has been weighing on your heart, I'd love to hear from you. Send me your questions, your thoughts, or even just say hello. You can email me at [email protected] or send me a DM on Instagram @dear_recovery1. No question is too messy, and you never have to figure it out alone."