The Eating Disorder Diaries
If you're struggling with an eating disorder or mental health in general, The Eating Disorder Diaries is here to let you know that you're not alone and there are ways to find recovery. Meet Amy, the host who talks about her 15+ year struggle with bulimia, her experience with eating disorder recovery, and interviews others along the way who have been a part of her journey or had their own experience with an eating disorder. By hearing the stories of those in recovery and learning what's allowed them to heal, we can kick start or further continue on our own healing process and lead a fulfilling life knowing that we are not alone, there's a supportive community out there that can relate to you in what you feel are your darkest moments, and know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Without further ado, welcome to The Eating Disorder Diaries.
The Eating Disorder Diaries
Goal #7: Unfollow the Noise: Social Media Boundaries & Recovery ft. Therapist Lily Thrope
Welcome to this month's recovery goal...all about reevaluating your relationship with social media.
Amy opens up about her own recent struggles with doomscrolling (especially since becoming pregnant) and how the constant stream of anxiety-inducing content has impacted her mental health and recovery. From pregnancy fears to subtle body comparison traps, she reflects on how quickly social media can shift from entertaining to harmful.
To help unpack all of this, Amy is joined by Lily Thrope, a therapist and founder of Thrope Therapy who specializes in eating disorders, body image, and intuitive eating. Together, they explore:
- How social media reinforces disordered thinking and body surveillance
- The role of fatphobia online and how it affects people in recovery
- Tips for curating a safer, more supportive feed
- Why social media doesn’t have to be off-limits - but boundaries are essential
- Small, practical steps to begin taking control back from the algorithm
Follow along with the podcast each month for a new recovery goal and deeper conversations around healing, growth, and self-compassion.
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And check out her website: https://thropetherapy.com/
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