One of the hardest parts of recovery is facing the fear of weight gain. In this episode, we unpack where that fear comes from, how it’s tied to control, identity, and cultural pressures, and what it really means for your health and freedom. We’ll share practical steps to challenge those thoughts, reframe your mindset, and begin trusting your body again. Whether you’re in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation will give you encouragement and tools to keep moving forward.

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Welcome back to Part 2 of our recovery tips series. In Episode 3, we shared what can help in the very beginning of your recovery journey — now we’re moving into that next phase: what to expect and how to stay strong around 3 to 6 months in.

This is a time when things can feel extra hard. You might look “better” on the outside, but still feel overwhelmed on the inside. Maybe you’re starting to doubt yourself, or the guilt around eating feels louder than ever. This episode is about supporting you through that.

In this episode:

• How to avoid relapse during the in-between stage when things feel unstable
• Why it’s still important to eat even when you feel guilty, and how to move through that feeling
• Handling comments about your body — what to do when people notice changes and don’t always say the right thing
• Plus, more mindset tools and tips for staying committed when your motivation fades

We’re not here to sugarcoat it — this stage can feel like the hardest part of recovery. But you’re not alone in it, and you’re stronger than you think.

Have a question or want us to cover something specific?

Reach out on Instagram @cjandgracepodcast or email us at cjandgracepodcast@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you and support you however we can.

This stage of recovery is where real growth happens — even when it doesn’t feel like it. Keep going. We believe in you.

CJ & Grace

If you’ve been following along, you may have started to recognise some disordered patterns and begun learning what to expect in recovery. But now you might be wondering — what do I actually do next? In this episode, we’re sharing four practical tips to help guide you through those first steps of healing.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series filled with tools, ideas, and encouragement for the early stages of recovery. These are things we’ve both learned through experience and wish we’d known sooner.

In this episode:

•A quick check-in: how our week’s been and the best part of it

•Tip 1: Social Media Detox – Why muting or unfollowing even “healthy” accounts can protect your peace

•Tip 2: Prioritising Sleep – How sleep affects your appetite, mindset, and recovery progress

•Tip 3: Managing Movement – Avoiding the urge to “burn it off” and finding gentle, joyful movement

•Tip 4: Reframing Self-Talk – Beginning to notice and shift the way you speak to yourself

This episode is here to remind you that you don’t have to do everything perfectly. Healing is messy, and that’s okay. Take what helps and leave the rest.

Have a question or want us to cover something specific?

Reach out on Instagram @cjandgracepodcast or email us at cjandgracepodcast@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you.

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Resources Mentioned:

Study on sleep and eating habits: Search “sleep deprivation and eating habits” on Google Scholar or try this one: “The impact of sleep deprivation on food desire in the human brain”

Mental health support:

Butterfly Foundation – 1800 33 4673 or butterfly.org.au