When we talk about eating disorders, the conversation often revolves around body image – from the harmful effects of body shaming to the empowering message of body positivity. But there's another aspect of this conversation that often goes overlooked: beauty ideals.

There are so many tough questions to answer:

Is there such a thing as a "perfect" beauty standard? How does makeup fit into the narrative of body positivity? Can beauty ideals coexist with self-love? And most importantly, how can we redefine beauty on our own terms?

In this episode, I'm joined by my dear friend, Nechami Tennenbaum. Nechami isn't a typical guest on the show – she's not a clinician or a therapist, but her journey is just as fascinating. She is the founder and CEO of Defiance Beauty, a high-performance, natural cosmetics brand that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in the beauty industry.

Tweetable Quotes

"If you're able to look in the mirror and point out things that you're appreciative of, then you're already ahead of the game." - Rachelle Heinemann

"I want every woman to feel seen and feel visible... when you see yourself, you don't have to start changing your body or changing your face to look like someone else." - Nechami Tennenbaum

"There's something so powerful about feeling like we belong that allows us to be individuals." - Rachelle Heinemann

"Unfollow if someone's making you feel lost." - Nechami Tennenbaum

Resources

Grab the replay of my Basics of Assessment and Early Treatment of Eating Disorder Webinar

Grab my Journal Prompts here!

Connect with Nechami on her website: https://www.nechami.com/

Connect with Nechami on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nechamit/ https://www.instagram.com/defiancebeautybn/

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