Navigating ARFID with Compassion: Kindsight, Communication & Support with Julie White
In this week's episode, Han is joined by Julie White. Julie is a Mental Health First Aid Instructor, Neurodiversity Coach, and peer support facilitator, raising awareness of mental health and neurodiversity.
Diagnosed with ADHD in her 40s, she reflects with ‘kindsight’ on her own challenges with executive functioning and disordered eating.
With both personal and professional experience, she supports individuals and organisations in fostering inclusive environments. Julie also recognises and navigates ARFID and disordered eating in her partner, offering compassionate support and understanding.
This week, we discuss:
- Julie's experience of supporting a loved one with ARFID.
- The role of neurodiversity in Julie's experience of disordered eating.
- The signs of symptoms of ARFID Julie recognises in her partner.
- The impact of ARFID on her relationship.
- The misconceptions associated with ARFID Julie has faced.
- The importance of communication in navigating food challenges with ARFID.
- Educating others on ARFID with compassionate curiosity.
- The role of self compassion and kindsight when supporting a loved one with ARFID.
To learn more about Julie, you can visit her website or follow connect with her on LinkedIn.
Please note that this podcast explores topics some individuals may find difficult to hear and should not be used as a replacement for professional advice. If you need further support after this podcast, please consider talking to someone you trust. You may also wish to contact your GP or mental health professional.
We've included a list of additional support options in case you need them:
Samaritans are here for whatever you are going through. You can call free any time, from any phone, on 116 123.
FirstSteps Eating Disorders is an eating disorders charity for children and their families, young people, and adults affected by eating difficulties and disorders. You can call them on or email info@firststepsed.co.uk.
Beat Eating Disorders is an eating disorder charity offering support for those with or supporting someone with an eating disorder. You can call their helpline for free on 0808 801 0677 (England), 0808 801 0432 (Scotland), 0808 801 0433 (Wales), 0808 801 0434 (Northern Ireland).
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