In this episode, host Carolyn Costin outlines the first seven keys, drawn from her world-renowned book, 8 Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorder. She shares a compassionate, practical framework for understanding healing as more than just food—it's also about motivation, patience, self-integration, emotional awareness, reaching out to others and strengthening one’s healthy self. Carolyn explains how recovery can unfold over time, even when motivation fluctuates, and why long-term healing often depends on small, consistent behavior changes and individualized care. . Carolyn briefly describes her philosophy of Conscious Eating, explained in Key 5, which includes, knowledge, awareness and intuition, helping clients challenge rigid food rules, and learn to respond to thoughts and feelings with greater awareness. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of support, resilience, and finding meaning beyond symptom management. This episode offers hope, practical tools, and a thoughtful perspective for anyone navigating recovery or supporting someone who is.
Thank you for listening. Please take a minute to review our helpful links and resources below.
Important Links:
Learn about the Carolyn Costin Institute
Apply to become a CCI Certified Recovery Coach
Follow the CCI Institute on Instagram
Subscribe to Carolyn's YouTube Channel
RECEIVE 20% OFF your purchase of the 8 Keys to Recovering from an Eating Disorder (book).
Recovery Resources and Support:
The National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)
Project Heal
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD
CAROLYN'S BIO:
Carolyn Costin is a world-renowned eating disorder clinician, author, and speaker. Recovered from anorexia, she pioneered the belief that full recovery is possible. Founder of Monte Nido, she transformed treatment with a holistic, home-based model. She later founded the Carolyn Costin Institute, training coaches and clinicians worldwide. She has authored six books, including 8 Keys to Recovery From an Eating Disorder.
Thank you for listening. Please take a minute to review our helpful links and resources below.
🎁 A gift for listeners: Take Carolyn's free "How vs. Why" mini-course — the teaching video plus two readings from the 8 Keys to Recovery workbook. No account, no cost. Take the free course here.
Important Links:
Learn about the Carolyn Costin Institute
Apply to become a CCI Certified Recovery Coach
Follow the CCI Institute on Instagram
Subscribe to Carolyn's YouTube Channel
RECEIVE 20% OFF your purchase of the 8 Keys to Recovering from an Eating Disorder (book).
Recovery Resources and Support:
The National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)
Project Heal
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)
Carolyn's Bio:
Carolyn Costin is a world-renowned eating disorder clinician, author, and speaker. Recovered from anorexia, she pi...