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 #10: Using Style as a Healing Tool in Eating Disorder Recovery ft. Nicole Garfunkel of Styling Confidential
In the final goal we're setting in 2025, we're using style as a tool in eating disorder recovery.
We're joined by Nicole Garfunkel, founder of Styling Confidential, to discuss how clothing and personal expression can become powerful parts of healing. Together, Amy & Nicole they dive into what it means to take up space again after years of hiding, and how getting dressed can shift from a daily task into a meaningful, grounding ritual.
If you’ve been following along this year, you know Amy loves exploring all the different tools that can support recovery - not just journaling or therapy, but creativity, connection, and embodiment. This conversation is a reminder that healing can show up in so many forms, even in the simple act of putting on clothes that make you feel like you.
In This Episode:
- Nicole’s journey from disordered eating to using fashion as a healing tool
- Why style and clothing matter in recovery
- How getting dressed can become a grounding ritual
- Navigating body changes with compassion and curiosity
- Reconnecting with self-expression after years of hiding
- Managing triggers while shopping or trying on clothes
- Encouragement for anyone who still feels disconnected from their body
Connect with Nicole:
Website: Styling Confidential
Insta: @styling_confidential
Connect with Amy & the podcast:
Insta: @theeatingdisorderdiaries
Email: theeatingdisorderdiaries@gmail.com
