Exploring Your Relationship With Social Media
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Exploring Your Relationship With Social Media

I have a chaotic relationship with social media. It’s an on-again, off-again relationship. 

On the one hand, I’m grateful.

I am grateful for the ways in which it keeps me connected to loved ones when I’m not able to be with them physically.

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What are the 8 stages of EMDR?
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What are the 8 stages of EMDR?

EMDR works by leveraging the brain's natural ability to process and integrate traumatic memories. When someone experiences a traumatic event, the memory of that event can become "stuck". This often causes nervous system dysregulation and ongoing distressing symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, and heightened anxiety.

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Reclaim You- Creating Body Positive Homes
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Reclaim You- Creating Body Positive Homes

Season 1: Episode 39

In this conversation, Sarah and Robin Klein, Registered Dietitian and Pediatric Nutrition Specialist, discuss the challenges of parenting in a weight-centric society and how to begin to create body positive homes for our kids.

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Reclaim You- Returning to Movement in Recovery
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Reclaim You- Returning to Movement in Recovery

Season 1: Episode 38

In this conversation, Sarah and Laura discuss the challenges and strategies of reintroducing movement after engaging in recovery work. They share their personal experiences and the importance of listening to the body and emphasize the importance of finding a supportive and inclusive exercise environment and avoiding shame in the process.

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Reclaim You- Medical Care in Eating Disorder Recovery
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Reclaim You- Medical Care in Eating Disorder Recovery

Season 1: Episode 37

In this conversation, Sarah and her guest, Rachel Shiflet,  discuss the importance of having eating disorder-informed medical providers and regular check-ins with medical professionals during recovery. They explore the concepts of weight stigma and anti-fatness, emphasizing the need for awareness and consciousness in medical settings.

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Reclaim You- Body Image, Dating and Relationships
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Reclaim You- Body Image, Dating and Relationships

Season 1: Episode 36

In this conversation, Sarah and Casey discuss different layers of body image and relationships.

They dive into the impact of body image on dating, discussing societal pressures and the challenges of online dating.

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Reclaim You- To Resolution or Not Resolution in 2024
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Reclaim You- To Resolution or Not Resolution in 2024

Season 1: Episode 34

In this episode, Sarah and Emily discuss New Year's resolutions and the mixed feelings people have towards them. They explore the pressure and hype surrounding resolutions and the unrealistic expectations that often come with them.

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How to Deal With a Dysfunctional Family
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How to Deal With a Dysfunctional Family

Growing up with dysfunctional family dynamics isn’t easy, to say the least. And, it can impact many different areas of your life.

Dysfunctional family dynamics refer to patterns of interaction, communication, and behavior within a family unit that are unhealthy and destructive to the family unit.

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Reclaim You- Dysfunctional Family Dynamics & The Holidays
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Reclaim You- Dysfunctional Family Dynamics & The Holidays

Season 1: Episode 32

In this episode, Sarah and Abby discuss how to navigate the holidays when dealing with dysfunctional family dynamics. They explore the stress that many people experience during this time of year and the pressure to be joyful and family-focused.

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