Be honest—does the thought of gaining weight hold you back from fully embracing intuitive eating? You’re not alone, and it’s not just about the number on the scale. The fear runs deeper, touching your relationships, sense of control, health beliefs, and even your identity.

In this episode, we’re digging into the 4 biggest fears that keep you from making peace with food and terrified of weight gain:

 

1. Fear of Social & Relational Consequences – How weight stigma and identity shifts impact friendships, family, dating, and even how you see yourself.
2. Fear of Losing Control – Why dieting feels “safe,” and intuitive eating feels like free-falling into the unknown.
3. Fear for Your Health – The real truth about weight and health (hint: it’s not what diet culture told you).
4. Fear of Losing a Goal or Sense of Purpose – What happens when weight loss is no longer the project you’re constantly working on?

 

And most importantly—we’ll talk about how to move through these fears so you can finally make peace with food and your body. You’ll walk away with powerful mindset shifts and actionable strategies to help you trust yourself, redefine health, and stop waiting for a “goal weight” to start fully living your life.

If this episode resonates with you and you’re ready for real, structured support, check out Non-Diet Academy - my signature program where I guide you step-by-step through healing your relationship with food and body image. DM me if you want to chat about whether it’s the right fit for you.

Because here’s the truth: You are already enough, exactly as you are.

Today’s Wellness Woo is Cucumber dipped in Stevia as a replacement for watermelon

 

Resources Mentioned

- Join us inside Non-Diet Academy! Doors close February 27!

- Book: The Dance of Connection by Harriet Lerner

 

Read the full episode show notes here.

Resources for Your Intuitive Eating Journey

• Intuitive eating education on the blog
• Work with Katy
• Explore the self-paced mini-course Stepping Off The Dieting Rollercoaster

 

Connect with Katy Harvey

Website: KatyHarvey.net

Instagram: @katyharvey.rd

Facebook: KatyHarveyRD 

 

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