Full & Thriving: A Mental Health and Personal Development Podcast

Dec 10 2024 185 ep. 40 mins 16
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Full and Thriving Podcast: A Mental Health and Personal Development Podcast

Welcome to Full and Thriving, the essential podcast for people seeking mental healing and personal growth, ready to reconnect with their true selves, reclaim their voice, and live boldly. Hosted by Meg McCabe, a Life Coach and Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, this podcast delves into creating a life that's authentically yours, free from the constraints of others' expectations.

Join us as we explore empowering topics such as healing from disordered eating and body image challenges, setting boundaries, speaking up for yourself and your ideas, overcoming the fear of rejection, learning to say no, the power of self-expression, and breaking the habit of over-apologizing. With a mix of insightful guest interviews and thought-provoking solo shows, you'll gain the tools and inspiration needed to live a life that is truly full and thriving.

Tune in each week for episodes that span psychology and mental health, designed specifically to empower perfectionists and people pleasers. Discover how to embrace your authenticity, build resilience, and thrive in every aspect of your life.

Don't miss out—subscribe now and start your journey towards a more authentic, empowered, and fulfilling life!

Keywords: eating disorders, body image, meantal health perfectionists, people pleasers, authenticity, reclaim power, live boldly, Meg McCabe, Life Coach, Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, setting boundaries, speaking up, overcoming fear of rejection, learning to say no, self-expression, over-apologizing, psychology, mental health, empowerment, self-discovery.

Hosted by Meg McCabe a CCI Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach based in West Hartford, CT. She's the Founder of The Recovery Collective, a global, eating disorder recovery community focused on healing through connection. She's a passionate educator, speaker, group facilitator, retreat host, and mental health advocate. 

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183. 7 Secrets to Being Your Most Authentic Self

Dec 10 2024 29 mins  
In this insightful solo episode of Full and Thriving, Meg dives deep into a topic that resonates with anyone seeking alignment and self-fulfillment: authenticity. This episode explores what it means to truly know yourself, trust your inner voice, and live in harmony with your unique personality, spirit, and values. Drawing from personal stories and practical insights, Meg shares to

182. Navigating Perimenopause and Aging After Eating Disorder Recovery with Sarah Lee, CCIEDC

Dec 03 2024 52 mins  
In this insightful episode of Full and Thriving, we are joined by Sarah Lee, a Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach with over eight years of professional experience and a passion for helping others find lasting recovery. Sarah opens up about her personal journey navigating perimenopause after fully recovering from an eating disorder (ED) and how she has managed the physical, em

181. HOLIDAY REPLAY: How to Survive Diet Culture During the Holidays with Sammy Previte RD, LDN (Re-Upload)

Nov 26 2024 41 mins  
ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode, we re-uploaded Holiday Replay Meg and Sammy discuss intuitive eating, combating holiday diet culture, handling unsolicited body and diet comments, and shares tips for responding gracefully. Learn how to navigate these situations, role-play potential scenarios, and discover when it's okay to walk away.ABOUT OUR GUESTSammy Previte RD, LDN, CPT a Reg

180. Body Acceptance in a Thin-Centric World with Mary Elizabeth Akinaka, LPC-S, CEDS-S

Nov 19 2024 43 mins  
In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, we are joined by Mary Elizabeth Akinaka, a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor (CEDS-S). As the Regional Executive Director at Alsana Treatment Center, Mary Elizabeth shares her own journey of recovering from an eating disorder, embracing body acceptance, and reclaiming

179. How to Conquer your Fear of Rejection and Find Self Acceptance with Shannon Wynn Dube, LCSW

Nov 12 2024 56 mins  
In this episode of the *Full and Thriving* podcast, we’re joined by Shannon Wynn Dube, therapist and founder of Trauma Dump LLC, to explore the deeply-rooted *Fear of Rejection*. Shannon shares her personal story of how her upbringing led her to self-rejection, becoming a chronic people-pleaser, and ultimately abandoning her true self in an effort to feel safe in the world. Toget

178. Breaking Free from Wellness Obsession: Challenging Identity, Slowing Down & Connecting to Intuition with Mallory Paige RD

Nov 05 2024 42 mins  
In this compelling episode of the Full and Thriving Podcast, Meg sits down with Mallory Paige, RD, to delve into a deeply personal journey of overcoming wellness obsession. Mallory opens up about how her intense focus on wellness during college was intertwined with her identity and desire for control, and how it ultimately led to a mental breakdown that catalyzed a profound shift i

177. Befriending Your Body: Building Body Awareness through Interoception with Dr. Ann Saffi Biasettie, PhD, LCSW, CEDS, CIAYT

Oct 29 2024 44 mins  
In this transformative episode of *Full and Thriving*, we are joined by the incredible Dr. Ann Saffi Biasetti, PhD, LCSW, CEDS, CIAYT, a renowned expert in somatic recovery and eating disorder treatment. Dr. Ann brings her wealth of knowledge to the conversation, sharing her unique approach to helping clients reconnect with their bodies through interoception—a method that involve

176. Eating Disorders in the Gym: A Former Instructor's Perspective on Identification and Prevention with Brittney Lauro, LCSW

Oct 22 2024 49 mins  
Welcome to a powerful episode of the Full and Thriving Podcast! In this episode, Meg is joined by Brittany Lauro, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor at Equip, to discuss a critical issue within fitness culture—eating disorders and disordered exercise. Brittany brings her unique perspective as a former fitness instructor to explore how these issues manifest in gym settings and what can be

175. Making Adult Friends: 3 Common Mindset Pitfalls and 3 Powerful Shifts to Overcome Them

Oct 15 2024 19 mins  
Welcome to a special solo episode of the Full and Thriving Podcast with Meg! In this insightful episode, Meg delves into the challenges of making adult friends and forging new connections. If you've ever felt overwhelmed or uncertain about navigating social situations as an adult, this episode is for you.Key Takeaways:- Understanding the Challenge: Meg sheds light on why forming ad

174. Am I Enough? Mastering Body Acceptance, Burnout and Constant Striving with Lily Thrope , LCSW

Oct 08 2024 46 mins  
In this episode of Full and Thriving, we welcome special guest Lily Thrope, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of Thrope Therapy. Lily specializes in helping individuals heal eating disorders and body image issues, taking a compassionate and authentic approach.Episode Highlights:- How to break free from the cycle of constant striving and never feeling like enou