Last week’s conversation clearly wasn’t enough.

We had way too much to talk about to fit into one episode — so we’re back with Lindsey of Her Best Self Co, eating disorder recovery coach, to go deeper into the side of disordered eating that affects the people around it.

Because eating disorders don’t just impact the person struggling — they impact partners, parents, friends, and families trying to help without making things worse.

In this follow-up episode we unpack:

• Why eating disorders are underdiagnosed in men (muscle dysmorphia & “bigorexia”)

• How perfectionism and high-achiever culture fuel disordered behaviors

• What NOT to say to someone struggling (even with good intentions)

• Why trying to “fix” someone can push them deeper into the disorder

• How to support a loved one without policing food

• The role of generational diet culture and parental guilt

• Why recovery doesn’t mean losing your edge — it redirects it

• Practical first steps if you recognize these patterns in yourself

If last week helped you understand disordered eating… this week helps you understand what to do about it.

This episode is for anyone who has ever: • loved someone struggling and felt helpless • worried recovery would change who they are • confused discipline with control • lived inside high-performance expectations

Recovery isn’t giving up control. It’s getting your life back.

🎧 Listen to Part 1 first if you haven’t — then come back here.

🔗 Listen to Lindsey’s podcast “Her Best Self” anywhere you get your podcasts!

• Email: info@lindseynichol.com
• Instagram: @thelindseynichol
• Website: https://herbestself.co

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