BITE BY BITE | Honest Conversations About Eating Disorder Recovery29 Jul 2025

5. lessons my eating disorder taught me about healing & self-worth

It took a bit of time but Kait finally was able to realize that her eating disorder was actually serving a purpose for her. As a result, this sparked many lessons learned as she worked through the recovery process.

In this episode, Kait shares what her eating disorder didn’t necessarily mean to teach her - but somehow did. From building a healthier relationship with herself to setting boundaries and practicing self-compassion, these lessons that Kait learned offer hope and perspective for anyone navigating recovery.

Episode topics:

Lesson 1: The importance of looking at your emotions as messengers, not threats (6:00)
Lesson 2: Trusting that your body has innate, protective wisdom (8:17)
Lesson 3: There is power in admitting your struggles and setting boundaries (10:10)
Lesson 4: You can be separate from societal standards and expectations (12:05)
Kait reflects on the lessons she learned and her ongoing recovery journey (14:34)

Content Warning: This episode contains brief mentions of eating disorder behaviors that Kait has previously engaged in. Please listen in a way that feels safe for you and your recovery.

Books mentioned in episode:

8 KEYS TO RECOVERING FROM AN EATING DISORDER

REHABILITATE, REWIRE, RECOVER

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