Ditch the Ick with Katie Carson: Redefining Relationships, Self-Worth, and Building Your Dream Life as Millennial and Gen X Women

69: Doing the Damn Thing: Heather Reese Talks Confidence, Advocacy, and Resilience


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In this week’s episode, Katie chats with the inspiring Heather Reese, a plus-size model, content creator, and attorney, about finding confidence, building community, and embracing life’s curveballs. Heather opens up about her journey from being adopted from Peru and raised in a Jewish household to rediscovering her Latina roots and redefining herself after a life-changing divorce.


This episode dives into:

  • How trauma and therapy helped Heather reshape her identity.
  • Her journey to becoming a plus-size model and using her platform to advocate for marginalized communities.
  • The power of showing up authentically in a world that often tries to dim your light.
  • Practical advice for being a true ally and fostering change in today’s turbulent environment.
  • Why boundaries are an act of self-love and how Heather uses them in every area of her life.

  • Heather’s humor, vulnerability, and no-nonsense approach will have you feeling seen, supported, and ready to take on the world unapologetically.


    **All opinions expressed are Heather's and do not reflect any firm or associations she’s affiliated with**


    Connect with Heather:

    • Instagram: @heather_rxoxo


    Quote of the Episode:

    “Loving yourself is rebellious, but it’s the most powerful thing you can do for yourself and the next generation.” – Heather Reese


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