Why is it so hard for us to love our bodies?

In this episode, we explore the pervasive body negativity women are taught from an early age—and what it takes to shift that narrative. Inspired by a moving presentation from Tara, we dive deep into how we speak about, think about, and experience our bodies. Instead of focusing on what our bodies look like, we celebrate what they do.

We share personal reflections, powerful mindset shifts, and a call to action to rewrite the script—not only for ourselves but for the next generation. It’s time to write our bodies love letters! XOXO

In this episode:

• A quote from Kate Winslet that sets the tone for the conversation
• How cultural messaging trains us to bond over hating our bodies
• Reframing body appreciation to focus on function over form
• The difference between what others see and what we feel about our bodies
• Encouragement to speak kindly about your body in front of your children
• How to lovingly interrupt negative body talk in your friend circles
• A reminder that every body—yours included—is doing something incredible every day

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Book: More Than a Body https://www.morethanabody.org/

Your Body Is Amazing – Tara’s Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8cds-Juqgp/

Previous Episode Mentioned: Naked In The Mirror: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-food/id1651744916?i=1000666075304

Relax and Renew: An Hour of Progressive Relaxation with Tara: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/FAFGA8EEASMD9/checkout/OQPHVJYKUKEMAJPRBFIJ2QDX

Jennifer Osterhouse Design https://jenniferosterhouse.com/

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Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

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