In this candid and moving conversation, Yellowstone and Grey's Anatomy actress Jen Landon opens up about the hidden complexity of eating disorders, childhood trauma, recovery, and the surprising ways identity, perfectionism, and performance can intertwine. Host and previous therapist to Jen, Carolyn Costin, brings her expertise as an eating disorder therapist to a raw and compassionate discussion about what it really takes to heal — not just physically, but emotionally and relationally. 

Jen shares how her relationship with food became a coping mechanism for overwhelming feelings, a sense of responsibility she carried from childhood, and the pressure of being seen in a body that was deeply connected to her sense of worth off-camera. Together, they explore how disordered eating can feel like control while actually taking control away, why recovery often begins with the smallest possible steps, and how learning to “trade up” to slightly less harmful choices can create lasting change.

The conversation also touches on the role of treatment, the importance of being met with honesty and structure, and the value of seeing the healthy part of a person even when the disorder is loudest. Jen reflects on how acting, ranch work, and the physical demands of her role on Yellowstone unexpectedly helped her reconnect with her body in a more grounded way. This episode is practical, humorous and profoundly human, offering hope to anyone struggling with an eating disorder, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand how healing actually happens.

About Jen Landon:
Jen Landon is a 3x consecutive Daytime Emmy winner who played “Teeter” on Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone on Paramount Network. She also appeared in Jason Retiman’s The Front Runner, Max Barbakow’s Brothers, as well as numerous television shows including Animal Kingdom, FBI: Most Wanted, Banshee, Helstrom (Marvel), The Orville, Chicago Med, The Resident and House MD. 

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Important Links:

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Recovery Resources and Support:

The National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)

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Carolyn's Bio: 

Carolyn Costin is a world-renowned eating disorder clinician, author, and speaker. Recovered from anorexia, she pioneered the belief that full recovery is possible. Founder of Monte Nido, she transformed treatment with a holistic, home-based model. She later founded the Carolyn Costin Institute, training coaches and clinicians worldwide. She has authored six books, ...