#037: Trusting Your Body with Kate Horsman

Key Moments

Kate Horsman shares pivotal moments in her journey of overcoming an eating disorder. She describes a profound shift where she decided to invest in her healing, despite the despair she felt. This transition was marked by a realization that she had to nourish herself to reclaim her authentic self.

I remembered being in such true despair of my mood my body that there was this moment where I said, if I can get through this moment, I can get through the next. Let's see how that goes.

--- Kate Horsman

Kate emphasizes the importance of facing discomfort and finding resilience in the present moment, which allowed her to take steps towards safety and healing 1 2.

   

Overcoming Challenges

Kate discusses the challenges and strategies she used to overcome her eating disorder. She highlights the importance of addressing emotional disconnection and finding a sense of control. Her journey involved recognizing harmful behaviors and gradually shifting towards healthier habits.

I think being superhuman led to being subhuman. So as a child, I was classic overachiever, perfectionist, empath.

--- Kate Horsman

Kate's story underscores the complexity of eating disorders and the need for a holistic approach to healing 3 4.

   

Compassion and Hope

Self-compassion and hope are central to Kate's healing philosophy. She believes in the power of mindfulness and the importance of viewing individuals as whole beings rather than their illnesses. This perspective fosters resilience and a deeper connection to one's authentic self.

I want to be able to look at the whole human condition and not separate. Well, this needs fixing, or this needs fixing, or this symptom behavior has to stop.

--- Kate Horsman

Kate's approach emphasizes the integration of all aspects of the human experience to achieve a sense of wholeness and healing 5 6.