EP 7: Social Media & It’s Impact on Disordered Eating & Your Mental Health

Have you ever wondered if there was a link between social media & eating disorders? Today, I talk about the 3 types of pressure we experience linked to disordered eating & how social platforms are directly tied to the state of your mental health.  Of course there can be some good in connecting with others on social, as well as community support, finding entertainment, friends, & more. However, the truth is that if you are someone who struggles with an unhealthy food & body relationship, it's extremely important to watch what enters into your mind....because FOMO is real y'all, and comparison will have you depressed, full of anxiety, & relapsing into old ways as a means to feel valued, affirmed & seen. You will NOT want to miss today's episode FULL of FIRE & research linking social media to negative impacts on your mental health, especially those of disordered eating behaviors. I also discuss how you can navigate social during ED recovery & some best practices I use in my daily life to limit the amount of time spent on Facebook, Instagram & others. If you constantly find yourself comparing your body to those influencers on your Insta reels, then this one is for you my friend. with love & purpose, lindsey   Follow me on Insta -＞@thelindseynichol Find All the Things -＞ www.lindseynichol.com  Connect with Me -＞ [email protected] HBS Society -> www.facebook.com/groups/herbestselfsociety/ Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don’t have to do this alone! Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it! I provide personalized and PROVEN support through my Best Self Blueprint - Eating Disorder Recovery Method to help you find true & lasting freedom from disordered eating controlling your life.  Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let’s work together at www.lindseynichol.com/apply-for-coaching Step 3: Leverage the HBS community for support in addition to 1:1. YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS! http://www.facebook.com/groups/herbestselfsociety/