Conquering the Ego Dragon of Anxiety and Eating Disorders

Hey there, it's Dr. Russ!

*Unfortunately, there’s no video for this podcast episode - audio only!

On this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're tackling a big one: the tangled web of anxiety, eating disorders, and childhood trauma.

I'm sharing my own story about growing up with a dad who struggled with mental health, and how that shaped my own anxiety.

We’ll also be joined by Meg Doll, an eating disorder recovery expert, who’ll talk about her own journey and why focusing just on food isn't enough.

Together, we'll explore how unresolved childhood trauma can fuel both anxiety and eating disorders, and offer practical strategies for healing and breaking free from these cycles.

Tune in for a raw and honest conversation about real recovery and lasting well-being.

Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.

PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 3700+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

02:29 - The State of Alarm

03:28 - Negative Self-Talk

04:29 - Traditional Recovery Approaches

05:15 - Trauma and Suppression

07:29 - Predispositions to Disorders

08:28 - Emotional Overreactions

10:29 - Childhood Trauma Impact

12:59 - Dissociation and Control

14:39 - Addiction and Reward Mechanisms

15:43 - Awareness and Choice

17:29 - Spiritual Aspects of Healing

22:37 - Understanding Childhood Trauma

23:34 - Coping vs. Healing

24:29 - Medication and Emotional Flatness

26:28 - Mind-Body Connection Practices

27:27 - Sensation Without Explanation

28:18 - Acclimatizing to Alarm

30:11 - Old Patterns and Security

35:42 - Multidisciplinary Approach to Healing

39:14 - Tending to Sensations

42:27 - Building a Foundation for Change

43:37 - The Ego's Resistance

45:18 - Preparing for Loss

46:10 - Meg's Book Introduction

48:12 - Upcoming Book Release