Ep. 32 | 3 Unexpected Lessons From Ditching Diets

This summer has been exceptionally warm and this time of year always reminds me of the unexpected lessons I’ve learned since ditching diets and divesting from diet culture.

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The lessons that had nothing to do with food or movement, and everything to do with my body image and the unrealistic beauty standards laid out by the patriarchy. You’ll hear 3 of these lessons today, and I’ll also be touching on the ways in which diets can be socially isolating and how this affects our lives.

Today is my kid's last day of primary school, and as we get ready for summer break I’m thinking ahead to the next season of The Culture Of It All! We’re away for a couple weeks in August, and I know that September will be here before we know it – not that I’m complaining about Autumn!

Amongst my planning and coordinating with incredible guests, I’m also working on a creative resource which I’m hoping will spark some nostalgic fat joy amongst our community.

I grew up in the 90s, turning 16 in 2003 – the best time for music and pop culture if you ask me – and there are so many things I feel like I missed out on because society and media didn’t include fat bodies like mine.

So a few months back, I decided I should just create the damn thing myself 👀

I’m working on a 90s/Y2K inspired digital magazine, which will include outfit ideas, inspiration for fat folks, product, book and media recommendations. There will also be links to creators, blogs, posts and videos from other fat creators who I’ve been inspired by. The first issue is for Autumn/Halloween and will obviously include all things spooooooopy.

You’ll get first look and access to this resource in August! 🍄🍂⚡️

Chapters:

00:00 Misconceptions Of Ditching Diets

06:43 Lesson One: Caring for my fat body

14:57 Lesson Two: Embracing My Body & Being Visible

20:10 Lesson Three: Missing Out On Life

25:37 Finding Freedom Beyond Diet Culture

Next Week:

Ep. 33 | What’s the best way to market a healthy body?

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