Food For Thought: The Green Room Recovery Project Podcast

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Food For Thought is a podcast part of The Green Room Recovery Project that shares real stories from performers and those close to them navigating eating disorders and recovery. Through candid conversations, we explore the pressures of the entertainment industry, the journey toward self-love, and what it means to heal while still performing. Whether you’re a performer, a supporter, or someone seeking hope and connection, this podcast offers insight, honesty, and a reminder that you're not alone. read less

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"Food for Thought" Ep. 3 - Tori's Recovery Story

"Food for Thought" Ep. 3 - Tori's Recovery Story

In today’s episode of Food for Thought, I sit down with dancer and musical theatre performer Tori M. Lopez as we discuss her long, harrowing journey through eating disorder recovery. Based in NYC, Tori has been through a great deal, and we open up about her struggles with balancing health and college life, the rewards and power of recovery, challenges within the healthcare system, and more. Tori’s story is one of resilience, self-discovery, artistry, and beauty. She proves that recovery is possible, worth it, and that we can achieve our dreams. I hope you enjoy the episode. Thank you again, Tori, for your support, vulnerability, and transparency. You are an inspiration to performers and to anyone currently struggling.Resources: Book: The Body is Not An Apology Workbook: YOUR Body Is Not An Apology NEDA: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ AllianceForEatingDisorders: https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/ The Renfrew Alumni Chat Line: 610 - 465 - 1421The Renfrew Center for Eating DisordersTopic Timeline:00:38 - Tori’s Intro1:30 - Tori’s ED Journey 05:17 - Doctors and ED Invalidation07:18 - ED Glamorization: Wanting to be Seen 08:56 - Cultural Influences and Treatment Struggles 16:10 - Journey to Recovery and Self Discovery 21:00 - Embracing Recovery and Finding Strength 22:30 - Categorization and EDs 24:21 - Accepting the Diagnosis 28:24 - Eating Disorder’s Effects on Performance33:31 - The Power of Recovery and Resilliance 36:42 - Challenges in the Healthcare System39: 22 - Resources for Recovery and Support 40: 04 - Advice and Words of Encouragement

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"Food for Thought" Ep. 3 - Tori's Recovery Story

"Food for Thought" Ep. 3 - Tori's Recovery Story

In today’s episode of Food for Thought, I sit down with dancer and musical theatre performer Tori M. Lopez as we discuss her long, harrowing journey through eating disorder recovery. Based in NYC, Tori has been through a great deal, and we open up about her struggles with balancing health and college life, the rewards and power of recovery, challenges within the healthcare system, and more. Tori’s story is one of resilience, self-discovery, artistry, and beauty. She proves that recovery is possible, worth it, and that we can achieve our dreams. I hope you enjoy the episode. Thank you again, Tori, for your support, vulnerability, and transparency. You are an inspiration to performers and to anyone currently struggling.Resources: Book: The Body is Not An Apology Workbook: YOUR Body Is Not An Apology NEDA: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ AllianceForEatingDisorders: https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/ The Renfrew Alumni Chat Line: 610 - 465 - 1421The Renfrew Center for Eating DisordersTopic Timeline:00:38 - Tori’s Intro1:30 - Tori’s ED Journey 05:17 - Doctors and ED Invalidation07:18 - ED Glamorization: Wanting to be Seen 08:56 - Cultural Influences and Treatment Struggles 16:10 - Journey to Recovery and Self Discovery 21:00 - Embracing Recovery and Finding Strength 22:30 - Categorization and EDs 24:21 - Accepting the Diagnosis 28:24 - Eating Disorder’s Effects on Performance33:31 - The Power of Recovery and Resilliance 36:42 - Challenges in the Healthcare System39: 22 - Resources for Recovery and Support 40: 04 - Advice and Words of Encouragement

Ep 2: Let's Talk About Support

Ep 2: Let's Talk About Support

In this episode of Food For Thought, I sit down with my best friend for an honest and heartfelt conversation about what it really means to support someone through an eating disorder. Together, we reflect on the early days before he knew what I was going through, the difficult and scary moments we’ve faced, and how our communication has grown stronger through it all. We talk about the difference between supporting and enabling, what he’s learned along the way, and how friends and loved ones can show up with compassion while also setting healthy boundaries.Whether you’re navigating recovery yourself or want to better support someone you care about, this episode offers a candid look into the ups and downs of being part of a support system and the impact that patience, honesty, and understanding can make.

The Green Room Recovery Project: Backstage Whispers ep. 1

The Green Room Recovery Project: Backstage Whispers ep. 1

In today’s episode, I open up about my personal journey with an eating disorder and the path to recovery. As a performer, the challenges I faced deeply impacted both my artistic and academic life. Now, as the founder of The Green Room Recovery Project, I’m choosing to be vulnerable and reflect honestly on my story, hoping it inspires others to believe that recovery is not only possible, but worth it. Thank you for being here. I hope this episode resonates with you. While there are no mentions of numbers or in depth details about my ED, if any mention of my own ED struggles will be triggering, please skip 3:23 - 22:19!