The Empowerment of Judaism in Eating Disorder Recovery with Belinda Rich

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Belinda Rich. Belinda is a counsellor and psychotherapist, who is completing her master's research on Judaism and eating disorders. Belinda has struggled with eating disorders intermittently for over 30 years, including her most recent struggles with atypical anorexia and ARFID. Belinda joins us today to share her research and personal experience of the interplay between Judaism, eating disorders, and how to navigate Hannukah.

This week, we discuss:

• What is Hannukah, and what it means to Belinda to be Jewish?
• The perception and misconceptions of eating disorders within the Jewish community.
• Religious/cultural factors within the Jewish community that may influence someone’s relationship with their body/food?
• The impact Hannukah may have on someone who has an eating disorder.
• The positives regarding the Jewish community & Hannukah celebrations which Belinda found supportive in eating disorder recovery.
• Belinda's advice for finding support and balance during Hannukah celebrations.
• Belinda's top tips & resources for those participating in Hannukah or worried about discussing eating disorders within their Jewish community.

To find out more about Belinda, you can follow her on Twitter @BelindaLeanne1 or Instagram @belinda.leanne1.

Kindly note, that this episode delves into sensitive eating disorder topics. Remember to take care of yourself while listening, and always seek professional help if needed. This podcast is your bridge to insightful discussions, not a substitute for clinical guidance.