This week, I’m joined by award-winning author Paulette Stout for a powerful conversation about her latest novel, What We Give Away—a book that absolutely blew me away.
We explore how fiction can illuminate truths in ways facts and figures can’t, and why Paulette’s story of a woman navigating disordered eating, body image, and diet culture feels so real, so needed, and so affirming.
We talk about:
- Why she chose to tackle diet culture in a novel
- The impact of weight stigma, even in straight-sized bodies
- The power of relationships, food, and cultural identity in healing
- How fiction can become a bridge for deeper understanding—especially for those new to these ideas
We also chat about favorite characters (everyone needs a Dot!) and how this story is already changing lives.
Whether you’re deep in your intuitive eating journey or just beginning to question the rules you’ve always followed, this episode will speak to your heart.
🎧 Plus—listen to learn how you can win a free copy of What We Give Away!
Resources + Links:
- Email me: michelle@waysahealth.com – I’d love to hear your thoughts on this one!
- Learn more about Paulette at www.paulettestout.com
- Amazon link: See Paulette’s books here
- Learn more about how to work with me at wayzahealth.com
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