In this heartfelt episode of the Dr. Krystal Podcast: Inspiring Sacred Stories, Dr. Krystal welcomes the courageous and deeply inspiring Alex Kandalaft, founder of Body Kind Vail, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting individuals and families impacted by eating disorders in Eagle County, Colorado. Alex opens her heart and shares her sacred story — a journey that began in darkness, isolation, and life-threatening struggles with anorexia and bulimia, and transformed into healing, purpose, and community service. Through honesty and vulnerability, Alex describes the pivotal moments that brought her from the edge of survival into full recovery, including the profound impact of supportive friendships, compassionate community, and the inner work that helped her reclaim her identity. Today, Alex channels her lived experience into Body Kind Vail, a growing nonprofit offering peer support groups, education, advocacy, and safe spaces for individuals navigating eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and disordered eating. Her journey is the definition of turning something painful into something powerful — a true sacred story. In this episode, we explore: ✨ How eating disorders can take root through trauma, identity loss, and the search for control ✨ Alex’s journey through residential treatment and the moment she finally chose recovery ✨ The power of community, belonging, and joyful friendship in healing ✨ Morning routines as sacred practice and emotional grounding ✨ Why she created Body Kind Vail — and the hope it brings to the community Alex’s story is a beautiful example of turning the “ugly and the beautiful” into something meaningful, supportive, and life-changing for others. Her courage will touch you deeply. Connect With Body Kind Vail: Website: https://www.bodykindvail.org/ Email: alex@bodykindvail.org If you or someone you love is navigating an eating disorder, you are not alone. There is hope. There is help. And there is healing.
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30 分
2025/11/2221 分