From Orthorexic to Self-Care Advocate with Gabriella

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When the line between healthy living and obsession blurs, the fallout can transform a life—this is the reality Gabriella of GG & Co faced with her battle against orthorexia. Join me, Portia Chambers, as we unravel Gabriella's poignant narrative, an eye-opener about how a relentless pursuit of health can lead to an unexpected crisis of identity and well-being. Her candid conversation with us is more than her story; it's a clarion call for a deeper understanding and more open discussions on the complexities of women's health issues.
The journey to reclaim one's life from the clutches of an eating disorder is often shrouded in silence, yet Gabriella bravely shares the intricacies of that path. You're invited to witness how a single moment of clarity can light the spark toward recovery, initiating an arduous but necessary quest for help. Gabriella's experience peels back the curtain on the delicate balance between beneficial activities like yoga and weightlifting and how they may inadvertently exacerbate disorders. Through her ongoing healing process, she demonstrates the invaluable role of therapeutic practices and community in regaining control and self-compassion.
This episode transcends a mere discussion; it's a heart-to-heart on the essence of self-care and the relentless pursuit of personal growth post-recovery. Gabriella provides a roadmap of self-care practices that she crafted to support her mental health, offering listeners practical advice on creating their own resilience toolkit. Her empowering journey encourages us to redefine our relationship with self-worth and reiterates the importance of reaching out for help—a poignant reminder that we are not our past, and vulnerability, coupled with support, can be our greatest strength.
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1. From Orthorexic to Self-Care Advocate with Gabriella (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Eating Disorders and Self-Discovery (00:00:01)

3. Recognizing and Seeking Help for Eating Disorder (00:04:43)

4. Recovering From an Eating Disorder (00:08:05)

5. Recovering From Eating Disorder, Restoring Menstruation (00:16:41)

6. Emotional Journey of Miscarriage and Infertility (00:26:33)

7. Nurturing Self-Care Practices and Advice (00:36:13)

8. Self-Worth and Seeking Help (00:41:09)