In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Bonnie speaks with Amy, a former client who spent over 30 years caught in the cycle of dieting, including time as a Weight Watchers leader before finding lasting food freedom through intuitive eating. Amy opens up about the emotional toll of decades of restriction, the burnout from chasing weight loss goals, and the healing that’s come from learning to trust her body again. Whether you’re just starting to question diet culture or decades into your own journey, Amy’s story is a resonant reminder that it’s never too late to heal.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- How Amy’s relationship with food began to feel difficult in high school
- What it was like being praised for weight loss as a Weight Watchers leader—while feeling increasingly trapped
- The emotional and social toll of dieting for three decades
- The turning point that led her to seek support with Diet Culture Rebel
- What sustainable food freedom looks like for Amy today
- How her family has noticed her transformation around food
- The unexpected joy of waking up without food stress
- Why it’s okay to approach healing slowly and imperfectly
- How support made the difference in her journey
- Amy’s advice to those still feeling stuck
Ready to Heal Your Relationship with Food?
My team of registered dietitians is now accepting insurance for one-on-one nutrition counseling! Spots are limited, so if you’re ready to start your journey toward food freedom, visit https://dietculturerebel.com/insurance to learn more!
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