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EP 183: When Family Doesn't Understand ~ Setting Boundaries in Eating Disorder Recovery 💞 (+ TRUTH just for YOU!)

Happy Friday sister!
We have arrived. Actually, I secretly wish I could sleep the day away because my bed is cozy & even though I do enjoy this time of year there is just SO MUCH To DO! Speaking of which, are you ready for turkey day? I will be showing up at my in-laws pies in hand & ready to enjoy all the holiday brings. However, this wasn't always the case for me. For a decade I spent my life dreading this holiday. I would legit fantasize about how I could get out of being around "all that food" & even around my family, who I thought was watching me with each bite. Are you feeling this way?
You don't have to sit in this mess & let it become who you are and that be it.
This is just a speed bump.
This is just a blimp in your journey here.
If you are a loved one of someone who struggles with an eating disorder and you are unsure of what to do next, you don't have to have it all figured out, but it is important to get as educated as possible so you can help support your person.
In Episode 183, I'm going to be talking about boundaries & what to do when your family just doesn't understand.
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Boundaries are a better you, & in order to be the BEST version of you, you have to put some boundaries in place. It's so important.
If you struggle with disordered eating, it's vital that you understand in some form or fashion that it affects and hurts every person close to you in your life. Yes, this is an isolating disease, but it echoes to everyone around you.
It's like a domino. It just dominoes over & you can be in your own feels & you can think that it's not harming people that are in your circle.
But if you don't have energy, you're snapping at your kids.  
If you don't have energy, you're nasty to your husband.
If you aren't nourishing yourself or eating properly, you're not honoring yourself and therefore you're not giving your best version to everyone else.
My goal today is that this helps you as you head into the holidays & that it encourages you to keep walking along your path to freedom.
I believe in you sis!
sending all the recovery hugs,
lindsey
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______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!
Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application
Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

EP 182: End the Year Strong & Plan for Your 2025 Recovery Revolution! Use This Strategy to Let Go & Level Up

Hey there my sweet friend~
As we enter into the last 43 days of the year, how do you want to finish? Like really...how do you want to end 2024? Sit on this one sis!
You're going to finish strong.
You are going to hit 2025 where it didn't even know it was being hit.
But in order to do so -> What needs to go in your life? What needs to change and what needs to get the wave as you say goodbye to it?
In Episode 182, I provide some strategies for you to get you thinking and planning in advance for your BEST year yet. 
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To enter in to next year without bringing all the junk that you want to leave behind requires a present reality check. Which means you have to acknowledge the journey so far, and celebrate all the wins and all the progress that you've made this year, even if to you that feels like not a lot.
So many times I'm talking to clients and ladies and they're telling me that they feel like they're behind or they should be further along or they haven't yet arrived and they're mucking through this journey day after day after day in the mundane and feeling like they're not moving forward.
It's so important that you celebrate those small wins. Maybe you're not where you want to be YET. But I want you to honor the struggle and the challenges. And I want you to celebrate what has changed because there is good underneath it all if you search for it :)
I encourage you to give this one a listen and share it with someone you love!
Plus, I'd be honored to be YOUR recovery coach. If you are looking to partner with someone who has been there and done that, go on out to the website: www.herbestself.co and fill out a client application BEFORE the new year!
sending recovery hugs,
lindsey
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Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co
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Coach with Me -＞Client Application
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Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com
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Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com
______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!
Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application
Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

EP 181.5: Not Feeling Festive? 11 Unexpected Blessings in Your Recovery When Thankfulness Feels Hard This Holiday Season🍗**FAV ALERT!

Hey GF!
Can you believe Turkey Day is right around the corner? I know right....me either.
Time surely does fly!
As I sat to reflect & record the podcast, it hit me that the anxiety that I used to get days leading up to Thanksgiving was non-existent, & I knew I needed to share that hope with you today friend.
If you are anxious about the upcoming season of food & more food, followed by thoughts about food & triggers from family or the feeling of "being judged" by others because you will be surrounded by food, then you will enjoy today's show.
In Episode 181.5, I share 11 things that you can be thankful for when you just aren't "feeling it" this Thanksgiving. Some of these things may even surprise you! So make sure you get a journal & pen & jot them down to help you as you navigate the upcoming holidays.
Plus, I'd be honored if you shared this one with someone you love that may struggle with disordered eating & could use a positive dose of inspo this season.
I am so very thankful for you friend!
& always remember...you are worthy. You are enough. You are creating the very BEST version of you...one day at at time.
xo,
lindsey
Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co
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Coach with Me -＞Client Application
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Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com
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Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com
______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!
Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application
Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

EP 181: Break Free Sis! Here’s Your Personal Invitation & First Step to Becoming Your Best Recovered Self

Have you ever wondered what life would be like on the other side of your eating disorder? Not just surviving, sis, but truly living? Stay with me because today's podcast episode might just change everything for you. I want to welcome you back, friend, because Episode 181 is different & it's incredibly special to my heart.
I'm speaking directly to you if you feel trapped by your eating disorder, especially if the thought of recovery feels overwhelming. I see you friend, I hear you, & most importantly, I have something transformative to share with you. Let me paint a picture that might feel familiar...
You wake up thinking about food, your days are consumed by rules & restrictions.
You're exhausted from fighting your body & just trying to survive this thing called life. & deep down, you dream of this freedom, but the thought of getting there...uhm...Do I know this place intimately, because I have lived there. & today I want to share something that could be your first step toward real freedom.
Here's what I've discovered after working with hundreds of women in recovery. The reason most people stay stuck isn't lack of desire for freedom. It's not even lack of information. It's something much deeper. It's something that traditional treatment often misses completely. I've learned that it's in the transformation, it's the belief, it's in the not yet readiness that we actually find our place & that we heal.
I can't put one word on it, like I can't give it this miraculous transformational word because it's a feeling that is just a feeling, it doesn't exist in terms of a word. When you feel empowered, when your soul feels awakened, & when your life is changed...truly changed because you've conquered your own mind & your own self.
There is nothing like that.
A feeling of inspiration, a feeling of liberation. & this revelation led me to create something super special for you. So today's mini pod episode is to introduce the masterclass that I'm doing tomorrow, November 13th at 2 p. m. Eastern, & it is not too late for you to join us. Can't wait to see you sis!
You can register for free here: www.herbestself.co/masterclass
xo,
lindsey
 

EP 180: STOP Overthinking & Overanalyzing! Use the 51% Rule to Make Better Decisions As You Step Into Recovery ACTION

 Hey sis!
I am so excited to drop a brand new episode on the Her Best Self podcast!
If you struggle with overthinking and constantly overanalyzing your choices along with your decision making, & you just wonder if you will ever escape the nonsense...then today I want you to listen in to Episode 180.
It is so important when you're looking for certainty in life in the moment, you start with how you're making your own personal decisions and that goes for recovery, but also just for every other thing in your current circumstances.
You are making a ton of decisions on the daily and you can sit in analysis paralysis if you aren't aware. You can sit in self sabotage & you can sit in perfection.
& so if you've questioned, "what do I need to eat next? when can I eat next? what can I have next?" & you're struggling with that in your mind regularly...part of this is just a tactic that the eating disorder is doing to get you confused & caught off guard.
But I'm going to help you make better decisions today. Tune in to Episode 180 to learn what the 51% rule is & share it with a friend!
xo,
lindsey
**p.s.: don't forget to sign up for the free masterclass where I teach you how 3 powerful truths to conquer your eating disorder.
You can do so here: www.herbestself.co/masterclass 
Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co
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Coach with Me -＞Client Application
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Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com
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Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com
______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!
Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application
Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

EP 179: The Power of Your Rejection Story ~ Make Meaning of Past Pain So That You Can Discover Redemption & Freedom From Perfection & Judgement

How is your Tuesday going sis?!
I am over here squealing because we are so close to the upcoming masterclass. If you have no idea what I am talking about, just register! You are going to want to hang out with us on November the 13th. If you are searching for freedom, if you feel like recovery just isn't possible right now for you and your life and the season of life that you're in, I want to encourage you to go out and register for the masterclass.
It's completely free and you can hang out with me and a bunch of amazing ladies who are going to be joining us as well. Click this link & you are all set! www.herbestself.co/masterclass
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Okay, let's switch gears!
Today on the podcast, we're talking about rejection because your girl has had a life experience of rejection. And if you have been chasing perfectionism. Then you actually have been trying to prevent rejection in your own life.
You see perfectionism is rejection prevention. It's the way that our brain and our mind tries to avoid the pain and the emotional trauma of feeling the "not enoughness". And the eating disorder that you may have developed over time, it offers this illusion of protection and it gives you that false comfort.
In Episode 179, I want to talk about my rejection story and some of the examples of rejection in my life. I'm going to share a special story with you, with hopes that you will meet me there and hopes that you will find yourself in this place. Because the truth is that if we can look at our rejection story, we can create it into our redemption story.
Recovery will be your biggest transformation.
You can use the pain over all the years of your rejection to elevate you and to give you power as you move forward and embrace the imperfect mess that you are. 
I so believe you are enough! You don't need to fear rejection any more!
You totes got this!
xo,
lindsey
**p.s.: don't forget to sign up for the free masterclass where I teach you how 3 powerful truths to conquer your eating disorder.
You can do so here: www.herbestself.co/masterclass 
Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co
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Coach with Me -＞Client Application
______
Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com
______
Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com
______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!
Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application
Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

EP 178.5: You Are a Mighty Warrior! Break Free From Old Patterns and Take Your Power Back From Food Controlling Your Life🛡️

Happy Friday! And not just any Friday, but here in the states, it's POST Halloween Friday, which simply means kids are high on sugar & mom's are running on fumes!
But enough of the Halloween scaries, in Episode 178.5 of the podcast I wanted to bring back a message that is one of my all time favs! This one is going to light a fire under you today girl & have you showing up VICTORIOUS as you crush your day and head into the weekend.
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A victim is a person who is deceived or cheated by their own emotions.
A victor is a person who defeats an enemy, opponent & conquers the very struggle set out to destroy them.
Are you a victim or a victor?
Sis, you are not the victim of your current life & circumstances. You are a product of your choices. & yes, maybe some of those choices weren't the best....but if choices got you here, choices can get you out!
In Episode 178.5, I share the power of CHOICE. Your choice! & I discuss 6 choices you can make right now to move you from Victim to Victor.
The truth is, you deserve to live life FREE from the chains of disordered eating. You deserve to be present with the people you love & to experience more of the places you enjoy. You see, just because you aren't their yet...is more proof that now is the very best time!
Victors see challenges as opportunities -> Victims see challenges as evidence of a hard life.
Victors look for hope -> Victims say stuck in fear.
Victors plan for the future -> Victims worry about the future, constantly revisiting the past & never fully living in the present. 
Which are you sweet friend?
I believe you are a mighty warrior & conqueror of this eating disorder. I believe it's possible for you!
Tune in to the show & let's transform the way you do life. 
& don't forget to come register for the masterclass on November 13th!
www.herbestself.co/masterclass
 
xo, lindsey
Find All the Things -＞www.herbestself.co
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Coach with Me -＞www.lindseynichol.com/apply-for-coaching
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Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com
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Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com
______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together at www.lindseynichol.com/apply-for-coaching Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

EP 178: “But What if I Miss My Eating Disorder?” Between Loss & Hope ~ Grieving Your Past Self While Building Your Future Self

It's Transformation season my girl!
It's time to lean in & embrace the season of fall.
Whether you are a pumpkin spice fanatic or a lover of cozy blankets, you should know that fall can be a reminder that seasons change & so can you!
I mean, the trees literally show us how beautiful it is to LET THINGS GO.
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In Episode 178, I share a personal story of heartbreaking loss & grief. I share how I never thought I'd see my life out of the depression doldrums. & I also share what I learned, as well as helpful techniques that you can embrace right now as you move from loss to hope.
Life can be hard. Recovery can be hard. 
But here is the good news sis, it can also be the most beautiful thing you EVER DO on this side of the clouds.
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I hope today's message bring you the courage to start fresh.
The resilience to fight against the odds.
The kindness & self-compassion needed as you change in this season.
The wisdom to find the right direction.
& the strength to keep moving forward.
 
Your FUTURE self is waiting :)
xo,
lindsey
**p.s.: don't forget to sign up for the free masterclass where I teach you how 3 powerful truths to conquer your eating disorder.
You can do so here: www.herbestself.co/masterclass 
Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co
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Coach with Me -＞Client Application
______
Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com
______
Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com
______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!
Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application
Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

EP 177.5: How Recovery Transformed My Life ~ 8 Hidden Gifts I Learned Along My Journey Through and Beyond Anorexia

Gosh the year is just flying, isn't it?
Lately, I've been asked by women battling an unhealthy relationship with food & their body if recovery was worth it. Am I truly happy now? And I've seen so many women make the mistake of believing the lies. The lies that they will be miserable once they gain weight or that once they commit to putting their health first, they just won't like who they are.
Many women I work with 1:1, actually come to me feeling like they are stuck in this never-ending cycle of an eating disorder & they just aren't sure they will ever escape from it. I feel that on so many levels. & I have sat with all of those same thoughts & beliefs.
But I Recovered. & sis, so can you!
Today's episode is a special one, because I wanted to share with you 8 reasons why my battle with anorexia was the BEST thing that happened FOR me in my life, in hopes it gives you some assurance & peace.
Sister, sometimes the BEST thing & the WORST thing, can be the SAME thing!
My eating disorder was the BEST, WORST thing that I have experienced, & I am truly grateful for the process of recovery.
Robert Adams says, "There is only one decision you need to make: you are either working at your freedom or you are accepting your bondage."
Stop staying chained where you are sweet friend! There is so much more to this thing called life. 
My question for you today is: What is your freedom worth to you?
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I hope today's show touches your soul & helps provide PROOF to you, that recovery is possible & that there is LIFE after an eating disorder. There is freedom available for you!
I pray you make the choice to surrender the hard, so that you can experience the gift of recovery in your life.
with love & hugs,
lindsey
Find All the Things -＞ www.herbestself.co ______
Coach with Me -＞www.lindseynichol.com/apply-for-coaching 
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Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com  ______
Join the free FB community -> www.facebook.com/groups/herbestselfsociety/ ______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together at www.lindseynichol.com/apply-for-coaching Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

EP 177: Building on Recovery Momentum Through Daily Challenges to Push Past Plateaus With the ”Day Dare Method”

Happy Tuesday friend!
I have the BEST news for you :)
I just dropped a brand new episode on the pod today that you DO NOT want to miss.
No but for realssss...go run (not walk) & listen to Episode 177 of the Her Best Self Podcast today, where I share with you the "Day Dare Method" & how you can create positive & lasting change in your life by simply "daring" yourself!
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Do you remember the game "truth or dare" from your childhood? 
Those were the days...
Well even if you have zero idea what I'm talking about, I encourage you to listen in to how you can "dare" yourself daily to help get you out of "stuckness" into ACTION.
In this episode, I discuss what a "day dare" is & how you conduct one of your own. I even provide examples for you to implement & share how you can continue to build on your day dares over time for momentum & progression as you heal from years of disordered eating behaviors.
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"You don't grow when things are easy sis, you grow when you face double-dog dares." (that one's from me!)
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Share this episode with someone you love. I triple-dog dare you!
I hope it inspires you & encourages you to step out with courage, as you challenge yourself to uplevel to your very best self!
Let's go!
xo,
lindsey
ps: you can find more about how to overcome your eating disorder in my upcoming free masterclass; register here> www.herbestself.co/masterclass
Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co
______
Coach with Me -＞Client Application
______
Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com
______
Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com
______Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone!Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it!
Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together -> Client Application
Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you!YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!
* While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.