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"There's a lot of pressure in my industry and tech to look a certain way, to dress a certain way, to talk a certain way, to behave a certain way."
Lia Parisyan felt immense pressure to conform to the perceived ideals of her highly competitive tech industry and diverse cultural background. Observing successful figures around her, she believed that mirroring their appearance, behavior, and lifestyle was essential to her own achievements.Join us for this enlivening and enlightening episode of "Body Talk" with Lia Parisyan where we cover"
🇦🇲 Cultural Complexity & Beauty Ideals: Lia opens up about her cultural background - blending French, Armenian, and Arabic influences - and how it created a web of conflicting beauty standards. She shares her struggles with body image amidst these diverse ideals.
👙 Journey to Confidence: Lia talks candidly about her efforts to push past swimsuit anxiety and aims to wear a 2-piece bathing suit by summer’s end. Her story is a courageous testament to confronting fears and embracing vulnerability.
🔗 Food & Body Image Link: The conversation touches on the role food played in Lia's body image struggles, starting with childhood experiences of restrictive eating, and how these behaviors were tied to feelings of insecurity and rejection.
👯♀️ Community Support: We explore the healing power of supportive communities like the Courage Club. Lia emphasizes how transformative it is find a community that uplifts and understands you when you're on a journey towards self-acceptance and recovery.JOIN THE BODY IMAGE BOOTCAMP
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"The only reason that I started manipulating food was to manipulate my body."
Join us for a candid talk with Joni O'Donnell, a certified intuitive eating counselor, body image coach, and facilitator of the Body Freedom program inside the Courage Club. Joni opens up about her personal journey with being recently diagnosed with Lipedema and the emotional challenges of living in a larger body. Tune in for a goldmine of insights and actionable tips for anyone navigating similar struggles.✨ Body Acceptance: Joni emphasizes the importance of seeing her body as a teammate, not an enemy.
👗 Clothing & Body Image: Joni shares how she has shifted her focus towards comfort and personal style rather than hiding perceived flaws and signs of aging.
💬 Breaking the Cycle: Joni is breaking the intergenerational cycle of body shame by having open communication with her three daughters about her recovery journey.
Don't miss this body talk aimed at fostering acceptance and body image resilience.
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"The more we're aware of our patterns or cycles, the more we can start to change them."
Do you fluctuate between trying to be "good" and eating less, until you find yourself bingeing? This one's for you.
Registered Dietitian Dana Sturtevant joins us again to explore "The Cycle of Coping". Dana unpacks the intricate patterns we form around eating disorder behaviors, and shows us how to close the loop and move out of the cycle.
Here are three key takeaways from this powerful episode:
🔄 Understanding the Cycle of Coping:
- Dana explains the repetitive nature of thought, emotion, and behavior patterns that keep us stuck in the binge-restrict-diet cycle.
- Awareness of these patterns is the first step to disrupting them and moving towards recovery.🌪 Identifying the "Shame Shit Storm":
- A deep dive into how shame takes over after what we perceive as food-related mistakes.
- Recognizing this stage can help us replace self-loathing with kindness and curiosity, impacting what happens next in our journey.💪 Rebuilding Trust with Yourself:
- Dana outlines the importance of small, consistent acts over time to rebuild trust with our bodies and ourselves.
- Emphasizes that trust is not instantaneous but a continuous process of self-compassion and understanding.Listen to the full episode and let Dana's wisdom guide you towards a stronger, more compassionate recovery journey.
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🚨NEW SERIES ALERT🚨
Welcome to Body Talk! The latest series on the Recovery Warriors Podcast Channel.
In the premiere episode, Jessica Flint & Andrea Wells explore:
The surprising parallels between discomfort around weight gain and aging.Releasing yourself from the shackles of feeling like you need to behave in certain ways to please others.The societal pressures of body image and why your worth isn’t tied to appearance.The journey of reclaiming joy, confidence, and aspects of life overshadowed by body image struggles.Reclaiming your self worth when your body becomes intertwined with your identity.JOIN THE BODY IMAGE BOOTCAMP
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"Life is much more beautiful and free if I'm not constantly scanning the world to see what other people think of my body."
Today's episode features writer, mindset coach, and fellow Recovery Warrior Rachael St. Germain. After years of struggling with people pleasing, not feeling good enough, and believing that her physical appearance contributed to her value - Rachael has unsubscribed to society's standards of beauty. She now works to help others find confidence and comfort in their bodies, without trying to lose weight.
Discover how Rachael went from body insecurity to liberation, and learn the empowering mindsets that guide her. You CAN unplug yourself from the idea that you need to look or act a certain way to be accepted
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"The number of folks who identify as male and experience eating disorders is going up."
Take a listen as Registered Dietitian and Certified Body Trust provider Aaron Flores sheds light on the common barriers men face in eating disorder recovery, such as societal stereotypes and stigma, and hear how the power of community and compassionate connection can help bring healing.
Aaron reveals the key factors that aid in recovery for ALL genders, and offers heartfelt advice for men struggling with eating disorders.
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"Our body liberation is bound up in one another. None of us are free until we're all free."
Today's episode features registered dietitian, co-author of the book Reclaiming Body Trust and co-founder of The Center for Body Trust, Dana Sturtevant.
Dana is a gem of knowledge and inspiration on the topics of body trust, and working with the societal forces of diet culture and other oppressions on the path to recovery.
Take a listen as she shares insights on how the societal trauma of living in a world that values smaller bodies disrupts your relationship with food, body, and self - and how to work through it to find trust in our bodies again.
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"It’s okay to be fat and to stay fat. It’s okay to not pursue intentional weight loss."
Today's episode features journalist and body liberation advocate Meghan De Maria. Take a listen as she uncovers her raw and transformative journey toward body acceptance and healing.
Delving into the pressures of societal ideals, personal battles with food and exercise, and the profound impact of weight stigma, Meghan's candid revelations offer not just a story of struggle but a beacon of hope.
Discover how she found solace in weight-inclusive communities and reshaped her self-worth, turning her life from one of relentless judgment to one of joy and empowerment. Meghan's captivating story inspires hope and healing for your own body image journey.
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Discover how waves of grief can guide you towards healing.
In this conversation, Hilary Kinavey, LPC, sheds light on the role of body grief. Take a listen as we explore the complex emotions tied to grief and body image, and how we can navigate them with compassion and self-awareness.
The 5 stages of body grief are:
1. Denial
2. Anger
3. Bargaining
4. Depression
5. AcceptanceEach stage is a crucial aspect of the healing process. Understanding them can provide clarity and direction on the path to recovery.
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"Exposure therapy is like jumping off a cliff when you can't see the bottom, and hoping there's a landing."
Dr. Carolyn Becker, leading expert in exposure therapy for eating disorders, breaks down how to effectively create and utilize a fear diary to help you find more peace and freedom with food & body.
Take a listen as she sheds more light on the most scientifically backed method for reducing fears in recovery. Hear specifically how fear diaries help you pinpoint and confront the triggers of food anxiety, transforming how you heal.
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Is it really possible to trust your body after living with an eating disorder?
Today's guest says YES. Body trust is a birth right, and you can find your way back to it again.
Licensed professional counselor, educator, author, and coach - Hilary Kinavey joins host Andrea Wells to unravel how societal pressures, fatphobia, and diet culture distort our natural ability to trust our bodies. Learn why setting boundaries is critical for personal recovery and how embracing a non-diet approach can lead to true healing.
If you're striving to reclaim trust in your body after living with an eating disorder, this episode is laden with empowering insights and guidance tailored just for you.
Take a listen to rediscover your body’s inherent wisdom and why reclaiming this trust is a radical and empowering act of rebellion against harmful societal messages. Let Hilary guide you on how to reshape your personal narrative towards health and self-acceptance.CONNECT WITH HILARY KINAVEY
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Recovery is possible at ANY age.
Courage Club alumni, social worker, and fellow recovery warrior Julie Wickham has had a transformative journey finding recovery in midlife through Recovery Warriors' programs. She’s here today to share her body image healing story.
Exploring the misconception that 'skinny equals healthy’, Julie challenges harmful cultural narratives and promotes a balanced approach to body, mind, and spirit in health. She also explains how joyful movement and adapting movement for physical limitations has boosted her wellbeing.
From restrictive eating and bulimia, to embracing her body’s needs - Julie offers profound insights into overcoming fear of weight gain and learning to trust the body again. Her story is a powerful reminder to resist societal pressures and diet culture, and that recovery can happen at any stage of life.
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Join our 5-Day Summer Bootcamp to Transform Your Body-Image at recoverywarriors.com/bootcamp 🍑
Learn actionable steps through the Body Freedom Framework™️Daily workshopping of specific body image challengesCreate a personalized body freedom planGain powerful tools to break free from debilitating body image strugglesFind clarity and strength among those who truly get itGet your virtual pass NOW at recoverywarriors.com/bootcamp 🍑 (WE START JULY 8TH!)
Be seen for all your diverse beauty, sadness, strength, and struggles.
In this empowering talk, Jessica Flint and Andrea Wells dive deep into the heart of vulnerability, overcoming rejection, and the transformative power of setting boundaries. They're peeling back the layers of fear that are holding us back and lighting up the path to self-assuredness and visibility.
Discover how to confidently establish your space in the world and be celebrated for your true self – No more shrinking into the shadows due to the anxiety of judgment or rejection. Instead, learn to embrace every piece of who you are and let go of the stories that no longer serve you.
In the episode you'll hear:
- Heartfelt personal stories from Andrea and Jessica
- Proven strategies to handle fear and rejection
- Tips on boundary-setting and personal growth
- Real-life tales of transformation from feeling invisible to unstoppable
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Unlock the secrets to navigating comments on your body size.
Are you struggling with the constant pressure from societal beauty standards? Do comments about your body size trigger feelings of shame or fear? We hear you.
Dr. Chuks returns to Recover Strong to share strategies to maintain your strength amidst societal pressures, and reclaim your power over body comments.
Take a listen as he dives deep into managing unsolicited weight remarks, and explores the role of body shame in the recovery process.
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Join our 5-Day Summer Bootcamp to Transform Your Body-Image at recoverywarriors.com/bootcamp 🍑
Learn actionable steps through the Body Freedom Framework™️Daily workshopping of specific body image challengesCreate a personalized body freedom planGain powerful tools to break free from debilitating body image strugglesFind clarity and strength among those who truly get itGet your virtual pass NOW at recoverywarriors.com/bootcamp 🍑 (WE START JULY 8TH!)
What's wrong with being confident?
Imagine the cascading effects of waking up with more confidence over weeks, months, years
You would likely....
Have more opportunities because you would ask for what you want.Experience better treatment because you would ask for what you need.Care less about the opinions and judgments of others.Trust you can navigate your way through the highs and lows in life.Confidence is a birthright of all of ours.
Yet, so many of us hold a distorted view of expressing and embodying it.Jessica & Andrea return to Fear Less to break down the difference between confidence and arrogance, and how knowing the difference can help you more forward in a more impactful recovery.
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Dial down your deepest eating disorder challenges using THIS technique.
Today is a sneak peek, a little sample, into an exclusive expert Q&A session that recently occurred live inside the Courage Club.
Dr. Carolyn Becker, PhD, author of the recently released Eat Without Fear guides us through the transformative world of exposure therapy for eating disorder recovery. Discover how to face your fears around food, body image, weight, emotions, social situations, and more.This episode is a true treasure trove of insights on this proven scientific method.
If you want full access to the entire session and the opportunity to directly ask questions and engage with our experts, visit jointhecourageclub.com to get on the Courage Club waitlist. Inside the CC, you can explore our life changing vault of recovery wisdom - PLUS receive active daily support to overcome food and body struggles.
While you wait, you get access to exclusive content for our waitlisters to prepare you for our next evidence based body image program. Go to jointhecourageclub.com to snag your extra perks and join the Courage Club when we open doors again.
Now lets dive into this segment with Dr. Carolyn Becker.
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Never underestimate the power of sharing ED stories.
In today's conversation with Dr. Chuks, MD, we delve into the heart of eating disorder recovery, and explore ways to overcome common recovery roadblocks on both an individual and cultural scale.Plus, Dr. Chuks shares details on his powerful new book, 'Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate,' which unfolds the diverse faces of these afflictions and strips away stereotypes. He challenges us to open up conversations, embrace cultural dynamics, and push for proactive care.
This episode is a call to action—to educate, to celebrate our diverse stories, and to transform recovery into resilience.
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Ever feel like you had a "bad" day if you don't exercise? This one's for you.
Today's guest, certified personal trainer Sam Previte says "In order to make peace with movement, we have to have unconditional permission to rest".
Take a listen as Sam once again joins host Andrea Wells to dive deep into joyful movement, and peel back the secrets on how to go from using exercise as a punishment or transaction, to moving for joy in a way that truly enhances your life and wellbeing.
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More about Sam:Sam is registered dietitian, certified intuitive eating counselor, and certified personal trainer. After years of struggling with disordered eating and body image, she now runs a weight inclusive, health at every size informed nutrition practice called Find Food Freedom, where she and her team strive to help clients break away from the harms of the diet cycle.
With nearly 800,000 followers between Instagram and TikTok, she shares informative content and reels that expose diet culture lies, shed light on the truth about health and weight, along with practical tips on how to improve your relationship to food and movement.
Sam has also graced your TV screens as a trusted nutrition expert on programs like CBS Mornings, The Drew Barrymore Show, NBC News, and more. On top of all that she’s the host of two podcasts, What The Actual Fork and the Find Food Freedom Podcast.
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To give into cravings, or to resist them - what's the best strategy?
Fellow recovery warrior, mental health nurse, and best-selling author Cara Lisette returns to the show to answer a burning recovery question from our audience of warriors about extreme hunger and cravings that can come up in the recovery process.
Take a listen and hear just what it is you can do when you feel like you want to eat all the chocolate, sugar, and carbs and worry you may never stop! The answer may surprise you.
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Guilt after eating is diet culture's shadow.
Today's episode is a sneak peek into our latest Expert Q&A with Alex Raymond, RD held inside the Courage Club.
In this transformative conversation, Alex and host Jessica explore the intricacies of intuitive eating and how it forms the bedrock for adapting to a life free from eating disorders.
Take a listen for invaluable insights on understanding your body's unique hunger signals, navigating food guilt, and challenging societal norms around eating.
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