Best Ankle Doctors Podcasts (2025)

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EP 217.5: What’s Your Recovery Spirit Animal? Listen to This Fav, Then Take My FREE Recovery Quiz to Help Jumpstart Your Healing Journey 🦁 17:09

14h ago17:09

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Recovery isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither are you! Just like animals in the wild, each of us has a unique way of navigating challenges and finding strength. In today's episode, I share how discovering my spirit animal (hello, turtle energy!) transformed my approach to recovery and gave me the hope I desperately needed. Take the FREE Recovery Sp…

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EP 217: From Ankle-Deep to ALL IN ~ The #1 Question to Ask Yourself to Find the Courage to Fully Commit to Your Recovery 17:16

4d ago17:16

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In this powerful episode of the Her Best Self podcast, Lindsey explores what it truly means to go ALL IN on your recovery journey. Inspired by a church sermon on faith, she unpacks the different levels of commitment in recovery—from ankle-deep hesitation to full blown surrender—and challenges you to identify where you're holding back. If you're tir…

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Monday Missteps: The light bulb didn't go off on this one.. 11:29

4d ago11:29

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Link to articles to read more: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24603824/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34216784/ Ortho Essentials 101: The #1 prep course for orthopaedic surgery rotations and intern year. Join over 100 others and learn Orthopaedics! courses.naileditortho.com This episode is sponsored by St John Associates. St. John Associates is …

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EP 216: When Healing Feels Messy & Impossible ~ Your Permission to Find Peace in the “Not Okay” Moments 19:50

8d ago19:50

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In this powerful episode of Her Best SELF podcast, Lindsey shares why the messy, difficult moments in eating disorder recovery aren't signs of failure—they're actually where the deepest healing happens. If you've been beating yourself up for struggling, if recovery feels impossibly hard, or if you're wondering why you're not "further along," this e…

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EP 215.5: The 5 Biggest Pitfalls Sabotaging Your Eating Disorder Recovery (& How to Overcome Them) Must Listen Fav! 17:12

11d ago17:12

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Sister, I literally cannot wait to share with you the 5 "D's".... What am I talking about? The 5 "D's" are what I believe are the BIGGEST challenges you will ever face as you navigate freedom from food & that 'crazy thinking' controlling your every day. ~ In today's replay, I discuss these 5 pitfalls, so that you can recognize where you may be stuc…

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OrthoBiz: Contract Basics w/ Michael Johnson 50:58

12d ago50:58

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Sign up for early access to our upcoming finance course here>>> https://autumn-sky-2941.kit.com/0f2b011d3c We host Michael Johnson in this episode as we discuss physician contracts and break down key elements every physician should know. From analyzing deals and understanding compensation models to navigating noncompete clauses and malpractice insu…

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EP 215: Why BMI is Total BS! The Scientific Truth About Body Mass Index & Numbers + How to Measure True Health📍 14:20

15d ago14:20

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In this powerful episode of Her Best SELF podcast, we dismantle the widely misused BMI scale and reveal why this outdated measurement has no place in your recovery journey. Learn the problematic origins of BMI, the scientific evidence against its validity, and discover more meaningful ways to understand health and healing while navigating eating di…

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EP 214.5: Some Rules are Meant to be Broken ~ Food Rules, Diet Rules, Bargaining NO MORE! Here is the Path to True Recovery & Freedom 15:09

18d ago15:09

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Eleanor Roosevelt said, "Well behaved women rarely make history". Sis, it's time you make history! It's time to lay down those nagging thoughts about food that are controlling your life once & for all. In today’s of the podcast, I share with you many of the food rules I struggled with in my own personal path to freedom. I share how you can identify…

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EP 214: When Hearing ‘You Look Healthy’ Hurts + 5 Proven Strategies to Help You Navigate Compliments in Recovery 16:10

22d ago16:10

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In this heartfelt episode, we tackle the complicated emotions that arise when someone says "you look healthy" during eating disorder recovery. Drawing from personal experience, Lindsey provides compassionate guidance and practical strategies to process these well-intentioned comments without letting them derail your recovery journey. In This Episod…

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EP 213: From Body Checking to Soul Checking ~ How Shadow Work Freed Me From Anorexia + Your 11-Question Guide 24:27

25d ago24:27

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In this deeply personal episode, Lindsey explores how shadow work can help those struggling with eating disorders, particularly anorexia and restrictive eating patterns. This episode provides a guided assignment for listeners to explore the deeper emotional roots of their disordered eating, designed to be completed in a quiet, private space. Throug…

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Monday Missteps: You sent this wrist fracture out? 12:11

25d ago12:11

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Link to articles to read more: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32491641/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21885701/ Ortho Essentials 101: The #1 prep course for orthopaedic surgery rotations and intern year. Join over 100 others and learn Orthopaedics! courses.naileditortho.com This episode is sponsored by St John Associates. St. John Associates is …

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EP 212: What Is Body Dysmorphic Disorder? 6 Powerful Tips to Overcome Body Image Distortion So That You Can Move Beyond the Mirror🪞 24:23

29d ago24:23

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In this eye-opening episode, Lindsey Nichol tackles Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and its significant overlap with eating disorders. Learn how to recognize BDD patterns, understand its impact on your daily life, and discover practical strategies to break free from appearance obsessions and reclaim your joy. In this episode, you'll discover: What B…

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EP 211: Love or Fear? Answer These Transformative Questions to Heal Your Relationship With Food & Yourself Must Listen Fav! 14:14

1M ago14:14

14:14

Hey there! Did you know that there are only 2 emotions that impact every choice you make & ever action you take? Wild right?! So what are they? Well...without giving away all the goods, I'll encourage you to listen in to Episode 211, which is one of my favorite episodes that I wanted to replay for you on the Her Best Self Podcast so that you can he…

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114: Pectoralis Major Tendon Tears w/ Dr. Mora 51:44

1M ago51:44

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Mora to discuss Pectoralis Major Tendon Tears — a serious but increasingly common injury in muscular males aged 20-40, especially those who bench press or use anabolic steroids. Dr. Mora is a native of Orange County. He graduated from Anaheim High School in Orange County CA, and went on to complete his training …

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EP 210.5: STOP Doing These 10 Things if You Feel Stuck & Chained to Disordered Patterns ~ Part 2 15:25

1M ago15:25

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If you're feeling stuck in your recovery journey, Episode 210.5, shares the top hidden barriers that might be keeping you chained to eating disorder patterns - and how to break free once and for all. IN THIS EPISODEThings to Stop Doing: Stop Assuming You Always Know What's Best Eating disorders thrive on the illusion of expertise "I know what's bes…

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EP 210: STOP Doing These 10 Things if You Feel Stuck & Chained to Disordered Patterns ~ Part 1 20:56

1M ago20:56

20:56

If you're feeling stuck in your recovery journey, this part 1 of a 2 part episode shares the top hidden barriers that might be keeping you chained to eating disorder patterns - and how to break free once and for all. IN THIS EPISODEThings to Stop Doing: Stop Waiting for Perfect Circumstances There will never be a "perfect time" to heal Recovery hap…

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Monday Missteps 7: Sure I'll help you move..What's the worst that can happen? 10:31

1M ago10:31

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Enjoy this episode, centered around a missed elbow injury. This series was made for us to learn and improve from hearing mistakes that have happened in orthopaedic surgery. If you have a story that you would like to share, email us at [email protected] . Link to article mentioned in this episode: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC81672…

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EP 209: Use the R.A.I.N. Method to Quiet Those Eating Disorder Thoughts in Just 5 Minutes a Day☔ 18:02

1M ago18:02

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of making yourself the priority in recovery and I introduce the powerful RAIN method. This method can be used just 5 minutes a day for practicing mindfulness and self-compassion during difficult moments in your eating disorder recovery journey. Your Assignment is YOU This season is about planting seeds for …

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41: MD/Surgeon, Eric Giza - Pennsylvannia, a surgeon's journey to the OR, ankle instability 1:04:33

2M ago1:04:33

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Dr. Eric Giza is a surgeon, professor, and Chief of Foot and Ankle at UC Davis in Sacramento, California. He earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and completed extensive residency and fellowship training in foot and ankle around the world. A former collegiate soccer player, Dr. Giza has served as team physician for va…

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EP 208.5: When Wanting Control, Controls You ~ Break the Cycle of Food Obsession, Restriction, & Emotional Eating for Good 15:34

2M ago15:34

15:34

Hey there sister friend! I am so ready to embrace this new week. The boys & I are on spring break & we are loving it! We are enjoying getting away from the usual routines & mundane schedules. This week we are surrendering all control & embracing spontaneous adventures. Which at one point, would have been my controlling nature, which had me thinking…

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Ortho Finance 17 - Term Life Insurance w/ Lawrence Keller 46:48

2M ago46:48

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Is term life insurance the right choice for you? Find out in this episode as our guest, Lawrence Keller joins us to discuss term life insurance and break down: ✅ What term life insurance is & how it works. ✅ The key differences between term and whole life insurance. ✅ Why some choose term over whole life. ✅ The different types of term policies (fix…

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EP 208: Your BEST Self Can't Wait! Why You Don't Need to Feel Ready to Start Healing From Disordered Eating 14:08

2M ago14:08

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In this powerful episode, we tackle one of the biggest barriers to eating disorder recovery: waiting to feel "ready." Statistics show the average person waits seven years between eating disorder onset and seeking treatment—seven years of suffering that could be avoided sis! In Episode 208, we explore why "ready" isn't a feeling that magically appea…

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EP 207: The Rookie Season of Recovery ~ How to Build Upon Setbacks & Step Up to the Plate with Confidence⚾ 16:49

2M ago16:49

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In this heartfelt episode, we explore the parallel between rookie seasons in baseball & the early stages of eating disorder recovery. Through a personal story about my 11-year-old son, I share with you powerful lessons about perseverance, finding purpose in setbacks, and recognizing God's work in challenging seasons. Whether you're just beginning y…

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113: Achilles Tendinopathy w/ Dr. Humbyrd 23:09

2M ago23:09

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We welcome Dr. Humbyrd once again in this episode as we explore the continuum of Achilles tendinopathy. From tendinosis & microtears to peritendinitis, we break down the clinical signs, imaging findings, and the latest treatment options—both non-operative and surgical. Dr. Humbyrd received her B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and her M.D. f…

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EP 206:✨Unlocking the Freedom Formula Experience™ ~ Your Personal Invite to Find Lasting Freedom From Disordered Eating✨ 8:19

2M ago8:19

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Your Path to Freedom: The Freedom Formula Experience with Lindsey Nichol THE PROBLEM: Trapped in the Cycle You wake up every morning with that familiar heaviness. Another day of obsessing over food, second-guessing every bite, and feeling like you're never doing recovery "right." Despite your best efforts, you feel stuck in an endless cycle: You're…

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40: PT/MSc, Maria Stergiou - From Greece to Saudi Arabia: Love of Biomechanics, Al-Ittihad Women's Soccer Club & Holistic Approach 1:24:46

2M ago1:24:46

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Maria Stergiou is the lead physical therapist for Al-Ittihad, a women’s professional soccer club in Saudi Arabia. With a master's degree in Football Tactical Analysis and a PhD in Sports Medicine in progress, she shares her journey—from growing up in Greece and discovering her passion for biomechanics to building a new program in Saudi Arabia and d…

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Monday Missteps 6 - Put The Traction Pin In! 9:52

2M ago9:52

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Enjoy this episode, centered around Skeletal Traction. This series was made for us to learn and improve from hearing mistakes that have happened in orthopaedic surgery. If you have a story that you would like to share, email us at [email protected] . Link to article mentioned in this episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27454023/ Ortho Es…

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EP 205: Are You Living in the Gap or the Gain? + The #1 Regret I Have From My Personal Healing Journey With Anorexia & Exercise Bulimia 18:00

2M ago18:00

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In this deeply personal episode, I share my biggest regret from my eating disorder recovery journey – how focusing too intensely on "being recovered" almost caused me to miss the beautiful growth happening along the way. Drawing on Dr. Benjamin Hardy's powerful concept of "living in the gap vs. living in the gain," I explore how this mindset shift …

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EP 204: Struggling With Never Feeling Good Enough? Conquer the “Never Enough” Trap With This 3 Part Strategy That Only Takes 5 Minutes 21:07

2M ago21:07

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Hey sis, welcome back to the podcast. Am I on one right now or what? I legit just got off a client call and I was talking to my client about what she feels is not working in her life right now. She said, I just have this constant nagging feeling that I'm not doing enough. I'm not enough. I'm not productive enough. Gosh does this resonate! I wanted…

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EP 203.5: How To Heal Your Gut After Years of Food Restriction ~ 7 Practical Ways to Reduce Bloating & Digestive Pain 18:26

2M ago18:26

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Hey girlfriend, How dis your week beginning? I'd love to hear all the stories of how your spring is starting off! I spent the weekend recording the pod for you, practicing yoga with my hubby & having a movie night snuggled up next to the boys. But none of that is what I wanted to chat with you about today. Today, I wanted to dive right in to GUT HE…

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112: Peroneal Tendinopathy w/ Dr. Humbyrd 35:45

2M ago35:45

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How do peroneal tendonitis and tendon tears contribute to lateral ankle instability? What are the key mechanisms, risk factors, and treatment options? Dr. Humbyrd joins us as we take a deep dive into the anatomy of the peroneal tendons, how these injuries present clinically, and the best imaging techniques to confirm a diagnosis. We also break down…

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EP 203: Here’s Your Recovery Roadmap! The 6 Steps I Would Take Today if I Was Trapped in an Eating Disorder + What I Would Do Next if I Had a Relapse🛣️ 22:44

2M ago22:44

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Happy Friday! & I am so here for it. It has been the longest week. Both of my boys, including my husband, (so all three boys) here in the Nichol household have had the worst sickness of literally the past five years of our life. I feel like it has just been constant and it has gone on all week long, and quite honestly, I'm just excited to get my h…

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EP 202: Get Back to the Basics - The 8 Foundational Human Needs to Reclaim Your Motivation & Move Past a Recovery Slump 21:24

2M ago21:24

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Hey there sis! Whew it has been a start to my week. Both of my boys are sick with something awful (negative flu and strep tests) but it has got this mama worn slam out! And it got me thinking what the doctor said..."it's time to get back to the basics mom." Huh? You want my kids to "just rest" and get better? No magic antibiotic that I can refill o…

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EP 201: “Good Girl Syndrome” & Disordered Eating ~ 7 Steps to Break the Cycle of Perfectionism & People Pleasing 18:21

3M ago18:21

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Hey girl! Happy Friday! Oh my gosh...am I so glad to talk with you today. In Episode 201 of the Her Best Self Podcast, we are diving in to 7 different ways that you can break the cycle of "Good Girl Syndrome". Never heard of it before? Tune in if you find yourself constantly striving for perfection and people pleasing...this one is going to blow y…

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39: Phd/PT, Oliver Materne - Belgium & french fries?, what we (really) know w/ ACL injuries in female athletes and injury reduction tips 1:08:41

3M ago1:08:41

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Dr. Oliver Materne is the head physical therapist with Standard de liège, a football club in the Belgian Professional league with Standard de liège. His previous roles include being the Academy and Women's medical Manager with Ranger F.C. in Scottish Premier League, and working 20 years years in Qatar with Qatar football association, Aspetar and As…

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EP 200.5: The Identity Crisis ~ 17+ Questions to Ask Yourself to Help You Discover Your TRUE SELF Beyond Food Control & Exercise Obsession MUST Listen FAV! 17:41

3M ago17:41

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How is your week going sis? I am in baseball mom mode over here. Yep, this past weekend we geared up for another season of travel baseball! I never thought I'd actually feel proud wearing bright yellow, as it's not really "my color"....(lol, Go Pirates!), but it sure was fun over the weekend spectating, screaming & living life in the present moment…

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Monday Missteps 5: They Brought Their Own X-rays 9:11

3M ago9:11

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Imagine this—you’re in the OR, prepped and ready to fix an ankle fracture, only to realize mid-surgery… there’s NO FRACTURE! 😳 Turns out, the X-rays belonged to a different patient! What would you do? Proceed with surgery anyway? Cover it up? Own up to the mistake? This real-life case is a wild lesson in verifying patient identity, double-checking …

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111: PCL Injuries w/ Dr. Jildeh 31:12

3M ago31:12

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Listen to our episode on PCL Injuries as Dr. Jildeh gives us an excellent overview! Toufic R. Jildeh, MD attended Michigan State University where he graduated summa cum laude and from the Honors College. He attended medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He went on to complete his residency at Henry Ford Health System where he…

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EP 200:🎉What Is Your “Perfect Weight”? How Do You Find It? (+ Learn 5 Ways to Weigh Yourself Without the Scale) 17:25

3M ago17:25

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Hey there sister, friend~ I'm so glad to drop a new message of truth into your inbox today! I cannot wait for you to listen to Episode 200 on the Her Best Self Podcast. I don't even know how we got here. I feel like I blinked and we're at episode 200. This has to be the best project I've ever done outside of completely healing myself from a toxic r…

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EP 199: Valuable Insights + Practical Tactics if You or Someone You Love Is Struggling With an Eating Disorder ~ National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 16:49

3M ago16:49

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This week is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, and I felt called to dedicate today's podcast episode to shedding light on these often misunderstood mental illnesses. Whether you're personally struggling, supporting someone who is, or just wanting to educate yourself – today's show is a MUST listen! In Episode 199, I'm going beyond the surfac…

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EP 198.5: Stop Restricting Your Life!! How Your Eating Disorder Limits More Than Just Food & What To Do Next To Break Free FAV ALERT! 15:25

3M ago15:25

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Hello gorgeous! Please tell me you are counting down till the weekend like I am? I am so flipping thankful it is Friday-eve. Goodness, has this week been A LOT for me! How about you? ~ When life is crazy it's hard to appreciate the "A LOTs". It's hard to be grateful for overflow & abundance. & when you have an unhealthy relationship with food & you…

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EP 198:✨Client Spotlight - From Control to Freedom ~ Her Journey Through Survival Mode, Recovery & Life After Divorce With Mo Ameduri 27:55

3M ago27:55

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Hey Sis, Happy Tuesday! Is this an incredible one or what? I wanted to drop a special note into your inbox today to shout it from the hilltops that YOU ARE WORTHY OF ALL your future dreams & desires. & that the struggle you may be facing right now is only temporary. It's not how the story ends. Today's message is all about HOPE for your next chapte…

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Shoulder & Elbow Citation Classics: Distal Biceps Tendon Injuries (7) 33:49

3M ago33:49

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This Episode is Sponsored by Orthopedia: Do you ever find yourself explaining the same orthopedic conditions over and over to your patients? Save time and enhance patient understanding with OrthoPedia Patient. This incredible website offers a comprehensive library of videos on everything from shoulder arthritis to ACL tears, all in patient-friendly…

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EP 197.5: Learn to Love Yourself and Recognize Your Own Strength as You Heal From Disordered Food Thoughts & ED Behaviors 15:58

3M ago15:58

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Hey sis, I am going to go on a riff with you for a little because I just showed up to the mic today and I'm feeling very creative. I'm in one of my centers of energy where I feel like I could just go on one and not even have a podcast script, which I typically do try to leverage some bullet points that I want to share with you for every single epi…

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EP 197: Recovery in a Diet-Obsessed World + 9 Strategies to Protect Your Peace When Your Friends Are on Diets 15:58

3M ago15:58

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Doesn't it seem like everyone is slashing carbs, cutting calories & opting for lettuce with dressing on the side these days? Maybe in all fairness it's because we are experiencing an increase of diet culture trends, contributing to a $33 billion dollar industry in America alone. But do not be alarmed. You are allowed to embrace healing. You are all…

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Monday Missteps 4: Was Horizontal The Way To Go? 11:49

3M ago11:49

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Enjoy this episode, centered around Orthopaedic Oncology. This series was made for us to learn and improve from hearing mistakes that have happened in orthopaedic surgery. If you have a story that you would like to share, email us at [email protected] . Link to article mentioned in this episode: http://upload.orthobullets.com/journalclub/free…

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EP 196.5: How to Practice Self Love When You Have an Eating Disorder + Simple Self Care Practices That Work When You Struggle With Bad Body Image❤️ 17:05

4M ago17:05

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February is the month of love. Valentines, galantines, all the hearts, fuzzy bears, roses & chocolates. Yet when you are stuck in disordered eating, it's truly hard to love anyone the way you are meant to, because it's so hard to love yourself. That voice inside of your head may tell you that you aren't worthy of those chocolates & even have you av…

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EP 196: 4 Strategies to Implement This Week to Create Calmness & Stillness in Your Life + How to Be Okay With Being a Beginner (Again) in Recovery 21:58

4M ago21:58

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Hey girl! I am super excited to talk to you today about something deeply personal, yet universally relevant in my life right now. And that is the art of being a beginner, and being a beginner again. This is a concept that not only has kind of resurrected itself as I continue to coach more and more women in healing their relationships with food and …

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110: Leg Pain (Exertional Compartment Syndrome v Stress Fx) w/ Dr. Johnson 47:53

4M ago47:53

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🚀 From the battlefield to the operating room! 🦴💪 Dr. Johnson shares her journey into orthopaedics, the army, and the toughest challenges she faced. We also discuss overuse injuries, stress fractures, and cutting-edge treatments Dr. JOHNSON has been practicing as an orthopedic surgeon since 2008. She specializes in the treatment of Overuse Injuries,…

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EP 195: 5 Must Reads for 2025! Here Are the Top Eating Disorder Recovery Books for Healing and Transformation That I Am Loving Right Now 17:51

4M ago17:51

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Hey Sister Friend! I was thinking about what I wanted to talk about today on the podcast and I wanted to do a little spin on, some of my favorite books that I'm currently reading right now. I feel like for me, I am constantly learning and growing and I'm constantly grounding myself in the truth and the concepts that I teach my clients. These books…

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