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For those living in a bigger body, the simple fact is this: chronic pain is not taken seriously enough. Instead, we’re told by doctors to just “lose weight” or “exercise more”. But in many cases, that can often exacerbate the issue even more. Diet culture, along with medical culture, dismisses chronic pain. So where are […]
There is so much complexity involved with our relationship with food. And when we get so caught up in the diets, the rules, the calorie counting, the step tracking, the activity tracking…it’s so easy to lose the connection that we have with ourselves. It’s always encouraging to talk to other women who are interested in […]
In a world inundated with images of society’s “thin ideal” and constant social media messages dictating how we should look and eat, the pressure to conform to societal standards can feel overwhelming. Most women have days where they struggle with “I hate my body!” moments, and if those thoughts are repeated day after day, it […]
As you know, sleep is a topic I’m passionate about because it’s so critical to almost every aspect of being our best selves. If we want to heal our relationship with food, get more movement, have stronger relationships, perform better at work, if we want all of these things, it all begins with sleep. Thriving […]
The decision to break free from dieting, restrictions, and deprivation to embrace intuitive eating is indeed liberating. However, there’s another dimension to this transition which is often overlooked. The concept of grief and its relation to weight loss is an important one to acknowledge because often a significant portion of our lives has been spent […]
Friends, I can’t believe we’re already in 2024! I’m sitting here, writing this, just back from a mind-blowing trip to Costa Rica with Rob for his 50th birthday. Oh, the memories we made! But there’s one particular experience that’s etched in my mind, and it’s the reason I’m sharing this story of self-discovery and facing […]
I’m thrilled to share some valuable insights from a recent conversation I had with Leah Horton, a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and Master Health and Life Coach. Leah’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of intuitive eating and the anti-diet approach. As someone who has navigated the challenges of breaking free from the […]
Today, we are delving into a topic that has gained significant attention recently: Ozempic and other GLP-1 inhibitors as weight loss medications. To help me broach this topic, I recently spoke with Heidi Karner, a dietician with a Masters in Health Promotion, who practices through an anti-diet, size-inclusive lens. Through sharing Heidi’s expert insights, I […]
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