Time & ED Recovery

Time & ED RecoveryIt’s possibly one of the most persistently difficult, yet under-discussed, aspects of life with an ED (and even in recovery). The counting down of minutes until you're "allowed" to eat, the rigid eating windows, the movement routines, feeling like life is passing you by… time touches everything, and everyone, in one way or another. Given its prevalence, we wanted to share our own experiences of how exhausting it was to live by the clock, why recovery means learning to let go of time-based rules, and how regular, adequate nourishment helps your body feel safe again. We also explore the grief of time lost to an eating disorder, and why it's never too late to choose a different future.Topics covered:How EDs distort your relationship with timeRigid meal timings, eating windows & food rulesChallenging "cut-off" times for eatingWhy your body isn't a clockLearning to be flexible and say yes to lifeHow regularity creates biological safetyBeing present instead of constantly watching the clockGrieving time lost to an eating disorderTime-hopping and using future you as motivationChoosing your “hard”For more information or to join the Rewired Community: www.rewiredinaction.comConnect with us:Meg Instagram: @megsy_recovery YouTube: Megsy Recovery TikTok: megsy recoverySafia Instagram: @safia_edrecoverycoach Email: [email protected] Website: www.safiaed.comEm (copywriter & editor) Instagram: @em_schoneTallulah Self (podcast editor) Instagram: @tallulahselfDisclaimer Please keep in mind we're not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, so it shouldn't be taken as medical advice. If you're struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help that's right for you.