Be Well with Alex

Welcome back to Be Well.In this episode, Alex Sublette dives into the complex and often misunderstood topic of gut health during recovery. Drawing from personal experience and research, she opens up about navigating IBS, gastroparesis, and the physical and emotional challenges that can come with healing your relationship with food.Alex breaks down what gastroparesis is, how it differs from normal slowed digestion during recovery, and the importance of proper medical evaluation, including gastric emptying studies. She also shares practical strategies to support gut health, from building consistent routines and incorporating gentle movement to managing bloating, hydration, and fear around eating.Beyond the physical symptoms, this episode explores the emotional side of recovery, including frustration, setbacks, and learning to trust your body again. Alex emphasizes the importance of individualized care, working with healthcare professionals, and staying patient through the healing process.This conversation is both informative and reassuring, offering guidance for anyone navigating gut issues during recovery and a reminder that healing takes time, support, and consistency.🎙️ Stay connected between episodesFollow on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podWatch on YouTube: Be Well PodcastContent note: This episode includes discussion of eating disorder recovery, digestive health conditions, and medical topics. Listener discretion is advised. This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Let’s Talk About It: Body Image, Perception, and Mental HealthWelcome back to Be Well.In this episode, Alex Sublette takes an educational and thoughtful look at body dysmorphia, breaking down what it is, how it develops, and the impact it can have on daily life. While not speaking from personal experience, Alex approaches this conversation through research, reflection, and a deep commitment to mental health awareness.She explores the difference between body dysmorphia and general self-esteem struggles, the role of brain chemistry and obsessive thought patterns, and how societal pressures and social media can shape the way we see ourselves. Alex also walks through common behaviors associated with body dysmorphia, including compulsive checking and intrusive thoughts, and why these patterns can be so difficult to break.This episode also covers treatment approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, the connection between BDD and OCD, and the role of medication, while offering practical ways to better understand and support yourself or someone else. Above all, this conversation is about awareness, compassion, and recognizing that mental health struggles are valid, even when they’re not always visible.🎙️ Stay connected between episodesFollow on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podWatch on YouTube: Be Well PodcastContent note: This episode includes discussion of body dysmorphia, obsessive thoughts, and mental health conditions. Listener discretion is advised. Professional support is encouraged if you’re struggling.

Let’s Talk About It: Sensitivity, Emotional Regulation, Overstimulation, and RSDWelcome back to Be Well.In this episode, Alex Sublette shares a personal and honest reflection on what it means to be sensitive in a world that often labels it as a weakness. Through her own experiences, she explores how sensitivity shows up in everyday life, from sensory overload and emotional dysregulation to navigating stress, work, and relationships.Alex opens up about being called “too sensitive,” the connection between ADHD and heightened emotional responses, and the challenges of managing rejection sensitivity and overwhelm. She also shares practical tools that have helped her cope, including creating routines, setting boundaries, taking sensory breaks, and building simple habits that support both mental and physical well-being.This episode is a reminder that sensitivity is not something to fix. It’s something to understand, work with, and ultimately embrace. Whether you identify as highly sensitive or are learning how to support someone who is, this conversation offers both validation and practical guidance.🎙️ Stay connected between episodesFollow on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podWatch on YouTube: Be Well PodcastContent note: This episode includes discussion of mental health, emotional regulation, and eating disorder considerations. Listener discretion is advised. Professional support is encouraged if you’re struggling.

Let’s Talk About It: Love, Recovery, and Supporting Someone with an Eating DisorderWelcome back to Be Well.In this episode, Alex sits down with her partner Austin for an honest conversation about what it looks like to navigate a relationship during eating disorder recovery. Together, they share how they met, the early stages of their relationship, and the challenges that came with learning how to support one another through difficult moments.Alex and Austin open up about the realities of recovery within a partnership, including honesty, communication, patience, and the importance of not taking struggles personally. Through personal stories and reflection, they discuss what meaningful support can look like, how relationships can grow through vulnerability, and why progress in recovery often happens one small step at a time.This episode offers insight for anyone supporting a loved one through recovery or navigating the intersection of relationships and mental health. Above all, it’s a reminder that healing is rarely linear and that compassion, understanding, and connection can make all the difference.🎙️ Stay connected between episodesFollow on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podVideo episodes and clips are available on YouTube: Be Well PodcastContent note: This episode includes discussion of eating disorder recovery, hospitalization, and mental health challenges. Listener discretion is advised. Professional support and resources are encouraged for anyone who may be struggling.

Let’s Talk About It: Self-Advocacy, Boundaries, and Learning to Take Up SpaceWelcome back to Be Well.In this solo episode, Alex Sublette dives into the power of self-advocacy and why learning to speak up for yourself can be one of the most important parts of healing and personal growth. Drawing from her own experiences navigating recovery, work, relationships, and difficult life moments, Alex shares honest reflections on the fears that often hold us back from advocating for our needs.Through personal stories and practical insights, she explores how to start building confidence, set healthy boundaries, and move through the discomfort that often comes with saying no or asking for what you deserve. Alex reminds listeners that self-advocacy is not selfish. It is a skill that can be built one small step at a time.This episode is an invitation to challenge the belief that your needs are too much and to start practicing the courage it takes to take up space in your own life.🎙️ Stay connected between episodesFollow on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podVideo episodes and clips are available on YouTube: Be Well PodcastContent note: This episode includes discussion of mental health recovery, treatment experiences, and personal struggles with self-worth. Listener discretion is advised. If you’re struggling, professional support and resources are encouraged.

Let’s Talk About It: Wellness Trends, Anti-Aging Pressure, Coming Back to BasicsWelcome back to Be Well.In this solo episode, Alex Sublette takes an honest look at the modern wellness industry and the pressure to constantly “optimize” ourselves. From LED masks and cold plunges to anti-aging messaging and expensive self-care trends, Alex unpacks how wellness has started to feel complicated, performative, and driven more by marketing than by mental or physical health.Through personal stories and lived experience, she shares why she’s choosing to return to the basics: simple habits, natural beauty, realistic expectations, and listening to your body instead of the algorithm. Alex explores the difference between helpful tools and hype, the impact of social media on self-worth, and how true wellness is deeply personal, accessible, and rooted in self-acceptance, not perfection.🎙️ Stay connected between episodesFollow on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podWatch video episodes and clips on YouTube: Be Well with AlexContent note: This episode includes discussion of eating disorder recovery, body image, and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. Professional support is encouraged if you’re struggling.

Let’s Talk About It: Instant Gratification, Unrealistic Expectations, Listening to the NounsWelcome back to Be Well.In this episode, Alex Sublette reflects on the intersection of wellness, recovery, and the pressure of showing up online. From navigating eating disorder recovery and mental health awareness to unpacking the hidden stress of social media marketing, Alex shares an honest look at what it really means to build a community while protecting your peace.Through personal stories, practical mindset shifts, and listener questions, she explores topics like limiting screen time, coping with food guilt, setting realistic goals, and remembering your “why” when motivation fades. This conversation is a reminder that healing isn’t performative, growth doesn’t have to be perfect, and you’re allowed to slow down and listen to what you truly need.🎙️ Stay connected between episodes.Follow along on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podWatch video episodes and clips on YouTube: Be Well With AlexContent note: This episode includes discussion of eating disorder recovery, mental health challenges, and social media pressures. Listener discretion is advised. If you’re struggling, professional support and resources are encouraged.

Let’s Talk About It: ADHD Masking, Identity Crisis, Making FriendsIn this episode of Be Well, host Alex Sublette dives into the reality of ADHD masking, how it shapes personal identity, and why making friends as an adult can feel harder than anyone prepares you for.Through personal stories and honest reflection, Alex explores what it means to constantly “mask” in order to fit in, and how that coping strategy can slowly disconnect you from your true self. She opens up about navigating social dynamics, learning to be more vulnerable, and the intentional effort it takes to build meaningful friendships in adulthood.This conversation is about self-discovery, neurodivergence, and the courage to show up as you really are. If you’ve ever felt like you’re performing instead of belonging, this episode is for you.Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow Be Well on Instagram for updates and continued conversation: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podContent note: This episode includes discussion of ADHD, mental health, and identity challenges. Listener discretion is advised. Professional support is encouraged if you are struggling.

In this episode of Be Well, host Alex Sublette shares a deeply personal story of navigating college life during COVID-19 and the experiences that ultimately led her toward recovery and self-acceptance.Alex reflects on how isolation during the pandemic intensified anxiety and unhealthy coping mechanisms, including her relationship with alcohol. She opens up about navigating adult social anxiety, heartbreak, and a life-changing accident that forced her to slow down and confront patterns she could no longer ignore. Through loss and self-reflection, Alex began learning how to prioritize herself and face long-standing struggles with an eating disorder.This episode is a candid exploration of growth through discomfort, showing how isolation, heartbreak, and hard wake-up calls can become catalysts for healing. Alex shares where she is today: grounded, in recovery, and learning to genuinely like who she is.Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow Be Well on Instagram for updates and continued conversation: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podContent note: This episode includes discussion of mental health challenges, alcohol use, eating disorder recovery, and a motor vehicle accident. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, professional help and support resources are available.

In this episode of Be Well, host Alex Sublette shares a deeply personal look at her mental health journey from early diagnoses of ADHD and dysgraphia to navigating anxiety, bullying, and the pressure to fit in.Alex reflects on how her educational environment, supportive teachers and parents, and lived experience shaped her sense of identity. She opens up about the impact bullying had on her mental health, the role achievement and external validation played in her self-worth, and how high school became a turning point in rebuilding confidence. College brought new challenges, including navigating independence, social pressure, and a complicated relationship with ADHD medication and alcohol.Through vulnerability and reflection, Alex emphasizes the power of resilience and the importance of honoring your own story without needing credentials, perfection, or comparison. This episode is an invitation to anyone who has ever felt misunderstood, overwhelmed, or like they were trying to become “enough.”Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.Follow Be Well on Instagram for updates and continued conversation: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podContent note: This episode includes discussion of mental health challenges, bullying, and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, professional help and crisis resources are available.

Welcome to Be Well.In this inaugural episode, host Alex Sublette shares the story behind the podcast and the personal journey that inspired its creation. From a childhood dream of becoming a podcaster to navigating the technical hurdles of launching her first show, Alex reflects on what it truly took to bring Be Well to life.With a background in psychology and lived experience, Alex opens up about her recovery from an eating disorder, the role social media played in her healing, and why honest conversations about mental health matter more than ever. This episode sets the tone for the podcast: real, relatable, and rooted in compassion.Alex also outlines what listeners can expect from future episodes, emphasizes the importance of seeking professional support, and shares mental health resources for anyone who may need them. Above all, Be Well is an invitation to listen, to reflect, and to be part of a community where mental health is openly discussed and deeply respected.🎙️ This is just the beginning.Connect with Be WellJoin the conversation and stay connected between episodes.Follow the podcast on Instagram for updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and continued mental health conversations: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podVideo episodes and clips are available (and coming soon) on YouTube: Be Well PodcastContent note: This episode includes discussion of eating disorder recovery and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, professional help is available. Resources and hotline information are shared in this episode.