In this week's episode of Recovery Rising with Kelly and Reva, we share a deeply personal story about running, recovery, and redefining what it means to be “enough.”

Reva opens up about her journey with the Boston Marathon—qualifying during a relapse fueled by compulsive exercise, perfectionism, and the constant feeling of not being enough. What once felt like an accomplishment was rooted in pushing through injuries, illness, and a life structured entirely around running.

After deferring her Boston Marathon entry through pregnancy, this year marked her final opportunity to run. But instead of lacing up, she made the difficult and intentional decision not to participate.

Together, we explore what led to that choice—leaning on support systems, honoring recovery, and recognizing that healing sometimes means letting go of things we once held tightly.

This conversation dives into:

• Reclaiming movement in a way that feels joyful, flexible, and free
• The reality that even in strong recovery, certain environments or behaviors can still be triggering
• Letting go of external validation and redefining identity beyond achievements
• The grief that can come with releasing parts of your past, even the ones tied to your eating disorder
• Finding connection and community outside of performance

We also reflect on the idea that recovery looks different for everyone and sometimes, it requires making big, meaningful changes to fully heal.

This episode is a reminder that you are not defined by what you achieve, and choosing yourself *again and again* is something worth celebrating.

In this episode, we’re talking about Eating Disorder Coalition (EDC) Advocacy Day on April 15 and how you can get involved in raising awareness for eating disorders—whether you’re able to attend in person or participate virtually.

We break down what Advocacy Day is, why it matters, and how collective voices can create real change in policy, awareness, and access to care. We also share practical ways you can participate, from connecting with legislators to using your voice on social media.

We also explore a powerful reminder: advocacy doesn’t have to look one specific way. Sharing your story, having honest conversations, supporting a loved one, or simply choosing to speak differently about your body and others—all of these are meaningful forms of advocacy.

Whether you’re new to advocacy or already involved, this episode is an invitation to find your own way to make an impact.

Sharing your story can be one of the most powerful tools in recovery, and it also comes with responsibility, vulnerability, and intention.

In this episode, Kelly and Reva explore what it means to share your story in a way that is both supportive to your own healing and helpful to others. We talk about the balance between openness and boundaries, and how to recognize when you’re sharing from a place of growth rather than from a place that may still feel raw or overwhelming.

We also dive into the role of storytelling in advocacy and awareness. Personal stories have the power to break stigma, foster connection, and help others feel less alone—but they don’t have to come at the expense of your well-being.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• How to share your story in a way that protects your recovery
• Setting boundaries around what you choose to share
• Being mindful of potentially triggering details
• The impact storytelling can have in advocacy spaces
• Letting go of pressure to share everything—or to share at all

This episode is a reminder that your story matters, and when shared with intention, it can create meaningful change--for yourself and others.