Episodes

  • WELCOME to Ep. 67 of the podcast!

    In this special episode of the Body Grievers Club, host Bri hot seat coaches herself on an IG LIVE where she addresses a significant body image hurdle following a trip from Costa Rica. She recounts her experience of refusing a wheelchair at the Miami airport despite needing one. This IG live turned podcast episode demonstrates the use of the very same CORE BELIEF framework that she uses with clients toexplore her own body image hurdle.

    Here’s what to expect in this episode:

    01:08 Exploring Core Beliefs and Internalized Ableism

    10:08 Facing the fears of losing mobility ( PS *crying starts here*)

    13:18 Bri’s movement story

    16:14 Understanding the Head to Heart Disconnect

    And so much more!

    REGISTER FOR A FREE Webinar: UnavoidableBody Grief: Register Here

  • Welcome back to another episode of The Body Grievers Club! In the beginning of episode 66, I give you 2 questions for reflection.

    If my body image wasn't holding me back, how would I show up differently in my life? Why is my body holding me back from doing this?

    In episode 66, you will explore:

    How to identify the ways your body image might be holding you back. The importance of living your best life now, regardless of body size. Understanding and addressing "unavoidable body grief." Actionable steps towards body liberation and self-acceptance.

    We will delve FURTHER into this difficult topic in my FREE WEBINAR: UNAVOIDABLE BODY GRIEF.

    Join me as we explore this further and learn how to navigate and heal our relationship with our bodies so we can live our best, unapologetic, big beautiful life.

    Click here to join the free webinar.

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  • Welcome to episode 65 of the Body Grievers Club.

    In this episode, hosts Bri and Jana welcome enneagram experts Becca + Mark on how exploring the Enneagram can help us understand our body image.

    Here's what to expect in this episode:

    an overview of what the Enneagram is and how it can help you understand yourself how each Enneagram type experiences body image issues differently how the Enneagram can help foster self-acceptance and compassion a rapid fire segment analyzing potential core fears about body image for each Enneagram type

    Don't know your enneagram type? take the test here.

    To learn more about Mark follow him on instagram at @ennealifecoaching or go to his website: www.ennealifecoaching.com

    To learn more about Becca, follow her on instagram at @TakingBackTherapy or go to her website https://fullbloomcounseling.com/

    To connect with Jana, message her @bodygrieversclub

    Click here for the most up to date ways to work with Bri!

  • Welcome back to another episode of the Body Grievers Club. In episode 64, I chat with my friend, client, andcolleague Mackenzie Woolwich, a registered dietitian who helps intuitive eaters find health without weight loss. Wediscuss intuitive eating, body image, and how to navigate the complexities of health outside of diet culture.

    Here’s what to expect in the episode:

    02:37 Challenging the Weight Loss Paradigm 03:56 The Impact of Weight Stigma in Healthcare 05:21 Advocating for Yourself at the Doctor's Office 07:36 Redefining Health Beyond Weight 12:00 Social Determinants of Health 15:55 The Problem with BMI and Diet Culture 24:16 Embracing Intuitive Movement 33:42 Health at Every Size as a Social Justice Movement 35:00 How to Work with Mackenzie Woolwich

    CLICK HERE to get access to Mack’s Free Training, Shifting Your Desire for Weight Loss.

    Resources Mentioned:

    Body Scapegoating with Bonnie Roney Ep.Advocating for your self at the doctors Ep.Redefining Health Master Class

    Click here for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.

  • WELCOME TO EPISODE 63 of the Body Grievers® Club.

    In this solo episode, Bri interviews Sophie House, a NYC lawyer + researcher, and a Body Griever® graduate.

    In this episode we delve into:

    • the journey of saying goodbye to the dream of having a "perfect" body + societal expectations tied to body image

    • challenges of living in a larger body especially with weight bias in healthcare

    • the cost of existing in a living in a larger body but also how life can be bigger in a larger body

    • and the healing agents of community + healing your relationship with food

    We also discuss Sophie’s substack, "Making It Big," a newsletter aiming to amplify successful stories of individuals in larger bodies, promoting representation and celebrating achievements.

    Check out Bri’s feature in Making it Big.

    Resources:

    Body Grievers Group: Join the waitlist for the Body Grievers Group

    Body Image Bootcamp: Join the waitlist for Body Image Bootcamp [for providers]

    Making It Big Newsletter: Subscribe to Making it Big Substack

    Stacy Bias' Fat Archetypes: Stacy Bias’ Fat Archetypes

    I'm An Adult on TikTok: Fat History with im.an.adult

    Podcast Episode with Shanea: Listen to Podcast Ep. 58 Plus Size Love

    Make sure to subscribe to the Body Image Breakdown to get the JUICY deets for each episode.

  • Welcome to episode 62 of the Body Grievers Club!

    Today we are joined by friend + business Coach Jo White, a registered dietitian and business coach as we talk about talking up unapologetic space in the health + wellness field. Even if you aren't an entrepenuer, you may benefit from this episode, exploring what might it might look like to live your best, unapologetic life. This episode is a little different than our usual.

    Here's what we get into:

    my transition from a struggling therapist to thriving coach a breakdown of grief + how it showed up in our life our lives the importance of mindset shifts and the power of taking up space as a business owner. embracing entrepreneurship unapologetically without invitation

    If you are a health + wellness provider and you are watching my business from the sidelines and wondering -- how the f*ck does she do this, join my FREE WEBINAR:

    Burned Out: It's time to shift from burned out helper to bad ass CEO

    Other resources mentioned in this episode:

    Bri's Body Image Bootcamp for the providers

    Click here to get the Body Image Breakdown for Ep 62.

    Listen The Nutrition + Ambitious Podcast by Jo White

  • Welcome back to another episode of the Body Grievers Club!

    Today we are joined by Leah Kern, a registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor, who is hosting a FREE PANEL on Summer Support. In this episode, we will discuss:

    Navigating body image challenges during the summer months The concept of body neutrality and how to practice it The significance of building a supportive community during the summer Reclaiming summer joy in the body you have now

    JOIN US for A FREE PANEL featuring multidisciplinary anti-diet professionals to support you on your journey divesting from diet culture this summer.

    CLICK HERE TO JOIN.

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Shoulders Down Body Scapegoating Episode with Bonnie Roney

    Click here to get the body image breakdown of episode 61

  • Welcome to Episode 36 of the Body Grievers Club!

    In this UPDATED episode, I'm joined by my fat therapist friends as we dive deep into the world of body image, fat sex, and relationships within the realm of fat liberation.

    Grab your mug because the tea is HOT off the stove, where we will candidly chat all things body liberation! From society's messed-up standards to the challenges fat folks face in dating and intimacy, we're leaving no stone unturned.

    Key Topics Include:

    Society's standards and their impact on body image Challenges fat individuals face in dating and intimacy Consent, autonomy, and navigating relationships in the context of fat liberation Reclaiming pleasure and healing from societal norms, religion, and trauma The importance of somatic awareness and being a cycle breaker in body liberation Practical tips and resources for sex with mobility concerns Differentiating between a fat fetish and genuine attraction

    Join us as we delve into the nuances of body liberation and provide insights, practical tips, and resources for cultivating a healthier sex life and relationship with your body.

    THE GUESTS:

    Dani Bryant @danibtherapy https://www.danibryant.com/

    Lauren Canonico @nyctherapywithLauren

    @affirmativetherapycollective

    http://Affirmativetherapycollective.com

    RESOURCES:

    EP. 46 Dating & Pleasure with Lily Womble

    EP. 57 My partner said they’re not attracted to me since I’ve gained weight

    Positions for Fat Sex in All of It's Holiness The Ripped Bodice To Love and Be Loved from the Fat Perspective Yoga Straps The "Luggage Rack" : Google Easy Rider Position Chair Sex Wedge Heavy Duty Sex Swing

    Click here for the most up to date ways to work with Bri

  • Welcome to another episode of the Body Grievers Club! Today's guest is Tory Stroker, an anti-diet registered dietitian and mom from New Jersey, discussing body image, pregnancy, and postpartum.

    Tory shares her personal journey through pregnancy and postpartum, navigating body image challenges and the lack of resources available. She emphasizes the importance of discussing the complexities of body changes during this time.

    The conversation delves into the pressures and expectations surrounding pregnancy and postpartum body image, including societal comments and internalized beliefs. Tory highlights the need for support and setting boundaries to honor individual experiences.

    Listeners can access

    Tory's postpartum body image masterclass here.

    Follow her on instagram here.

    Follow her substack here.

    Find her website here.

    PLUS a reminder to UNLOCK BRI'S BODY IMAGE VAULT : Access to all of Bri's top resources to help shift your understanding of body grief to body acceptance.

  • Welcome back to another episode of the Body Grievers® Club!

    In this episode, Bri dives deep into the world of Internal Family Systems (IFS) with her friend and expert therapist, Molly Bahr. Molly will hot seat coach Bri around a body image hurdle: feeling discomfort of feeling her stomach touch her legs.

    Through IFS, Molly helps Bri identify and connect with different parts of herself, some named after well known TV characters including Monica from Friends and Disgust from Inside Out Molly guides Bri through understanding the roles of these protective parts and the underlying fears they hold This episode will demonstrate how even the greatly skilled Body Image with Bri's is bested by her own "logic" in order to unconsciously self protect

    Bri will give you all the JUCIY behind the scene thoughts in her newest newsletter The Body Image Breakdown. Be sure to subscribe to get behind the episodes details, transcripts and more.

    To work with Molly, get on her waitlist or purchase a replay of our joint Master Class on Healing Body Image Wounds with IFS .

  • If you are cynic about love because of your body image - this is the episode for YOU!In this episode, Texas native, nurse practictioner + Body Griever® graduate Shanea Palone takes us through her incredible LOVE STORY of meeting her now husband + love of her life.

    Dating in a large body made dating hard for Shanea, but through ALL the bad dates, bad experiences + proverbial frogs, it all pales in comparison to the joy she feels now with her husband. Walk down memory lane with us as we explore how Shanea went from Body Griever® to Wife + Mom.Want to purchase the Fat Love, Sex + Body Image Q+A we discuss in this episode? Click here for replay access.

    If you are struggling with the grief of dating in your current body, we would love to support your inside the Body Grievers Community.

  • In this episode Bri + Jana explore how they would coach someone through the hurdle of a partner telling them they don't find them attractive since their weight gain.
    Bri + Jana believe that our partners attraction to us is NOT our responsibility + says MORE about their views on bodies and what's going on with them. But they also hold space for the discomfort and grief accompanied with these sentiments.
    In this episode they will discuss:
    - how the patriarchy and male gaze impacts our view of beauty and attraction as well as the conditioning of media
    - some thought strategies around how to explore your partners feedback without taking it personally
    - tough questions you need consider about what you desire + value in relationships
    Take the Harvard Bias Test here.
    If you are struggling with the grief of gaining weight, we would love to support your inside the Body Grievers Community. ⁠

  • In today's episode of the Body Grievers club, Bri + Jana talk about how gaining weight does not mean that you are giving up on yourself.

    Some other key themes in the episode include

    challenges you might face when resisting societal norms insights into the complexities of grief + body image Bri + Jana’s personal growth stories, including freedom from self-punishment and navigating life without hyper-focusing on body size. an offering of hope recognizing that true freedom comes from letting go of unrealistic expectations.




  • In today's episode, we have a special guest, Amanda Mittman.

    Amanda is an RD and the owner of Happy Valley Nutrition + Bitchin Body Image RD.

    In this episode we talk about the hurdles keeping your provider from having the body image conversation.

    If you are a provider, consider grabbing Amanda's Body Image Toolkit link or find out more about her in her bio on her ⁠instagram page⁠.

    To hear MORE on Amanda's success as a business owner, be sure to tune into ⁠Episode 2 of Bri's Biz Bytes Podcast.⁠

  • WELCOME to EP. 54 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast.

    This is a part 1 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.

    how to the identify between the parts/ levels to body image distress how to reclaim choice in moments of distress The multifaceted parts to body image healing [and why healing is so hard]



    00:49 Introducing the Seven-Step Framework

    03:18 Understanding Body Image Distress

    06:06 Exploring Physical and Mental Sensations

    08:52 Short-Term vs Long-Term Outcomes

    16:45 Building Awareness and Self-Talk

    Click HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.

    To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠

    To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

  • WELCOME to EP. 53 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast.

    This is a part 2 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.

    In this episode we will discuss:

    two criteria to measure your self talk why reassessing self talk usually fails the importance of changing internal narratives to reduce distress related to body image the need for kind and compassionate internal dialogues Various methods to reassess and improve your body talk

    We provide 3 tangible tips to help you REASSESS Self Talk [STEP 2]

    TLDR? Check out our timestamps for the episode:

    01:02 Understanding the Impact of Self Talk

    01:47 Finding Small Wins in Body Image Healing

    02:30 Muscle Memory and Body Image

    05:09 Reality Testing Your Thoughts

    06:53 Building Awareness and Reassessing Self Talk

    08:39 Practical Tips for Body Image Awareness

    11:00 Creating Space for Grief

    14:49 Personalizing Your Healing Journey

    ⁠Click HERE⁠⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.

    To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox⁠ ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠⁠

    To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at⁠ ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠⁠

  • Welcome to episode 52 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast.

    This is a part 3 of this 7 part mini series. Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.

    In this episode the hosts will discuss:

    why body love or positive affirmations don’t work understanding why body distress occurs And how to examine in a trauma informed way

    We provide 3 tangible tips to help you INVESTIGATE [Step 3]

    TLDR? Here are the timestamps for this episode.

    01:36 Exploring Body Image Triggers

    04:43 Common Body Image Distress Scenarios

    06:49 Understanding Body Image Triggers

    09:43 Coping with Body Image Distress

    12:49 Digging into Trauma-Informed Exploration

    18:08 Building Your Coping Skills Toolbox

    25:40 The Importance of Community Support

    Click HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.

    To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠

    To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

  • WELCOME to EP. 51 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast.

    This is a part 4 of this 7 part mini series. Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.

    In this episode we will discuss:

    • what SEXY permission looks like

    • the difference between self efficacy + self esteem

    • how permission can shift you from people pleasing to a courageous communicator

    TLDR? Timestamps for the episode include:

    00:30 Living Your Best Life Now

    01:41 Grieving in Costa Rica

    03:56 Managing Grief and Embracing Joy

    09:07 Creating Unapologetic Memories

    14:53 Reflecting on “the Journey”

    17:51 Journaling Prompts and Final Thoughts

    We provide 3 journal prompt questions to help CREATE sexy self permission [Step 4] at the end of this episode!

    Click HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.

    To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠

    To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

  • WELCOME to EP. 50 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast.

    This is a part 5 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.

    In this episode we will discuss:

    • what it means to live your BUBBLe [best, unapologetic, big beautiful life]

    • How Bri + Jana live out their BUBBLe

    • How grief + joy exist together, not separately

    We provide 3 journal prompt questions to help you begin living your best life NOW [Step 5]

    TLDR? Timestamps for the episode include:

    00:30 Living Your Best Life Now

    01:41 Grieving in Costa Rica

    03:56 Managing Grief and Embracing Joy

    09:07 Creating Unapologetic Memories

    14:53 Reflecting on “the Journey”

    17:51 Journaling Prompts and Final Thoughts


    Click HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.

    To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠

    To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

  • WELCOME to EP. 49 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast.

    This is a part 6 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.

    In this episode of the Body Grievers® Club, hosts Bri and Jana discuss the 6th step of Bri’s seven-step framework: identifying and meeting your NEED for body image work.

    In this episode we will discuss:

    What makes it difficult to ask for our needs + wants How to shift the black + white thinking Lean into the HELL YES + satisfaction factor of body image

    We also provide 3 journal prompt questions to consider highlighting your NEEDS for body image work [Step 6]

    TLDR? Here are the timestamps for this episode:

    00:14 Understanding Your Needs in Body Image Work

    01:08 Challenges of Identifying Personal Needs

    01:46 What Does Body Image Work Mean?

    02:19 Daily Practices for Body Image Work

    02:54 The Importance of Safe Environments

    03:04 Self-Esteem and Body Image

    04:20 Advocating for Your Needs

    05:38 Body Talk and Communication

    06:56 Scapegoating and Blaming the Body

    07:40 Overcoming People-Pleasing Tendencies

    11:48 Collaborating with Your Body

    16:05 Practical Tips for Body Image Work

    19:45 Reflective Questions and Conclusion

    Click HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.

    To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠

    To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠