139. Overcoming the 'I'm Not Sick Enough' Mentality in Eating Disorder and Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Recovery

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The “I’m not sick enough” narrative is a common one that comes up with those who have hypothalamic amenorrhea or disordered eating. It can often happen if you feel you don't perfectly fit a diagnosis of disordered eating or an eating disorder, the comparison trap of others being "worse than you", or disordered behaviours being normalised by society.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this podcast we breakdown:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">The main reasons you may not feel "sick enough"</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">What to do if your symptoms don't fit into the DSM-5 criteria for an eating disorder</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">The misconception of weight or BMI being a representation of how much you are suffering when struggling with disordered eating or compulsive exercise</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Why early intervention is so beneficial to recovery</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">5 key steps to break down the "I'm not sick enough" mentality so you can get the help you need and deserve to recover guilt-free</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p>❤️<strong> <a href= "https://sarahlizking.com/email-list/">Join my newsletter list</a> </strong>for weekly motivation and inspiration and you'll also receive a FREE copy of my eBook "31 Ways to Boost Your Body Image"</p> <p>❤️ <strong>Ready to get your period back?</strong> Join the next round of <a href= "https://sarahlizking.com/healing-ha/">Healing Hypothalamic Amenorrhea</a>! This 8-week, hybrid group and 1:1 coaching program is designed to help you recover your period while improving your relationship with food, exercise and your body. Find out details and sign up here: <a href= "https://sarahlizking.com/healing-ha/">https://sarahlizking.com/healing-ha/</a></p> <p>❤️ <strong>Looking for a supportive recovery community?</strong> For all the support, resources and strategies you need on your re