The Recovery Myth Archives - Women Against Negative Talk: WANT

  • 121: Walking (And Paving) The Road To Recovery with Johanna Kandel of The Alliance For Eating Disorders Awareness

121: Walking (And Paving) The Road To Recovery with Johanna Kandel of The Alliance For Eating Disorders Awareness

Friday 19th February 2021

Listen to Johanna Kandel discuss her recovery from eating disorders and founding The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness.
 

About this podcast

The Recovery Myth Archives - Women Against Negative Talk: WANT
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
8 (View all)
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Johanna Kandel: From Struggle to Strength in Eating Disorder Recovery

Johanna Kandel’s story is a powerful testament to resilience and recovery. After enduring a decade-long battle with various eating disorders, Johanna turned her experience into a mission to help others. In this episode, she shares her journey from struggling with her own eating disorders to founding The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness in 2000. Her organization has since reached over 340,000 people, spreading crucial information and raising awareness about eating disorders on both national and international stages.
Johanna doesn’t just stop at awareness; she’s deeply involved in hands-on support. She runs free weekly support groups and mentors individuals navigating their own recovery journeys. Her dedication offers a beacon of hope and practical advice for those grappling with similar challenges. Through candid conversations and personal anecdotes, Johanna reveals the realities of recovery, dismantling myths and offering a more nuanced understanding of what it means to heal.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by eating disorders, whether personally or through a loved one. Johanna’s insights and experiences provide not only inspiration but also tangible support and resources. If you’re looking for a story that combines personal triumph with actionable advice, this episode is for you.