In this insightful interview, Johanna Scolio shares her personal journey with a long-term eating disorder, her book 'When the Water Still Holds Me,' and her work in peer support and harm reduction. Discover how redefining recovery and embracing resilience can transform lives and foster hope.

key topics

Johanna Scolio's personal journey with an eating disorder

The significance of redefining recovery and resilience

The role of peer support and harm reduction in mental health

Strategies for neural rewiring and positive self-talk

The importance of community, connection, and hope in healing

sound bites

"Listen to your thoughts and seek support."

"Believe in the power of transformation."

"Support organizations doing good on earth."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Different Thinking

01:23 Johanna's Journey with Eating Disorders

03:45 The Book: When the Water Still Holds Me

07:35 Transitioning to Mental Health Advocacy

10:23 The Role of Peer Support and Harm Reduction

13:01 Understanding Eating Disorders Beyond Stereotypes

16:45 The Importance of Community and Connection

19:36 Transformative Power of Sharing Stories

23:16 Neural Rewiring and Mindfulness Practices

26:19 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

resources

Johanna Scolio's Book 'When the Water Still Holds Me' - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4XYZ123

A Dragonfly's Dream Nonprofit - https://www.adragonfliesdream.com

NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness - https://www.nami.org

guest links

Website - https://www.adragonfliesdream.com

Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4XYZ123