The Relationship Podcast - There has to be an I before We!
Welcome to The Paradox of Change, where three experienced therapists guide you through the essential truth:
I B4We - You have to have a relationship with yourself before you can have a relationship with others!
We believe in understanding your needs, boundaries, and capacity for connection - because the most important relationship you'll ever have is the one with yourself.
Meet Your Guides:
Elliot Burgess - Individual therapist specializing in men's mental health and the foundational "I" work that transforms all relationships
Lottie Passell-Syms - Sex and intimacy specialist dedicated to couples therapy, helping partners navigate the "We" journey through deeper connection and authentic communication and better sex.
Fi Sclif - Individual therapy and growth coaching focusing on mindset, money, and marketing
What You'll Discover:
• How self-discovery leads to relationship mastery
• Lottie's proven couples therapy techniques for rebuilding intimacy and trust
• Practical tools for infidelity recovery, trauma healing, and authentic communication
• Insights into masculinity, femininity, and identity development
• Strategies for navigating divorce, dating after trauma, and co-parenting
• Real conversations about narcissistic abuse recovery and neurodiversity in relationships
Our Philosophy:
Inspired by Carl Rogers' wisdom: "When a client accepts themselves as they are, the curious paradox is that they then change." Whether you're working on yourself individually or as a couple, transformation starts within - heal your relationship with yourself, and watch every other relationship in your life flourish.
Content You Can Expect:
• Deep-dive conversations with mental health experts
• Individual growth episodes ("The I Series") with Elliot, Fi & Lottie
• Couples-focused content ("The We Series") with Lottie's expertise
• "I B4We Deep Dives" - All three tackling complex topics together
• Real stories of resilience and recovery
• Practical tools you can use immediately
Whether you're single and working on yourself, in a relationship needing guidance, or navigating life transitions, we're here as your collaborative guides, not distant experts, but fellow travelers who've walked these paths.
New episodes every two weeks “|” 26+ episodes available now!
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The Relationship Podcast - There has to be an I before We!
Anorexia Survivor and Therapist Explains Signs and Help
How do we Understanding the Emotional Roots of Eating Disorders? You might like our other episode Infidelity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gh-qO5lQg5U&t=1618s
Elliot and Lauren explore how these disorders manifest differently in athletes compared to the general public, the impact of family dynamics, and the emotional struggles that often accompany these conditions.
We highlights the importance of recognising the human behind the athlete and the need for healthy boundaries within family relationships. This conversation delves into the complexities of anorexia and eating disorders, exploring the clinical definitions, the psychological struggles faced by individuals, and the need for compassionate care in treatment. Lauren shares personal experiences, highlighting the impact of societal pressures, childhood trauma, and the often misunderstood nature of eating disorders.
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Connect with Lauren Vickery:
Website: https://therapytribe.co.uk/
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Chapters
00:00 Understanding Eating Disorders: Warning Signs and Dynamics
06:00 Mental Health in Professional Sports: The Human Behind the Athlete
09:03 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Eating Disorders
11:54 Exploring the Types of Eating Disorders
15:00 The Role of Emotions in Eating Disorders
20:17 The Impact of Weight and BMI on Diagnosis
24:24 The Role of Control in Eating Disorders
29:09 The Need for Compassionate Care in Treatment
33:12 Hitting Rock Bottom: The Turning Point in Recovery
35:17 Understanding Bingeing and Purging Behaviors
36:29 Health Implications of Eating Disorders
37:07 Exploring Different Types of Eating Disorders
38:12 The Identity Crisis in Eating Disorders
39:03 The Role of Social Media in Body Image Issues
40:32 The Relationship Between Mental Health and Body Image
41:53 The Male Perspective on Eating Disorders
43:45 The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Eating Disorders
45:49 The Process of Writing a Healing Book
48:23 Reparenting the Inner Child
50:11 Recognising Signs of Eating Disorders in Children
How to find us: https://linktr.ee/theparadoxofchange
