If you have ever felt defined by how you look, this episode will resonate with you. Christina continues her story of living with a congenital deformity. She shares her experience of reconstructive surgery and the anxiety that came along with it.

In this episode, Christina discusses:

• The expectations put on women by society to look a certain way.
• Why being judgmental towards ourselves can destroy us
• How her insecurities affected her relationships.
• The power of the mind and how important our self-image is

Memorable Quotes:

• “We should do whatever makes us happy and whatever makes us feel good.”
• “Many women are so full of insecurities due to the fact that in today’s society, we are very much defined by how we look.”
• “We act in accordance with what we believe to be true. That’s why our thoughts are so powerful.”
• “Everything happens for a reason, and you are capable of overcoming every single obstacle that you are dealt.”
• “No matter where you are in your fitness journey or your journey of life, know that today is an essential part of who you are becoming.”
• “You might be going through some dark shit right now. But you have the choice of how to respond to it. You can succumb to it and be overruled by life’s obstacles. Or you can use those obstacles to make you stronger.”

Links Mentioned:

Christina’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knifina

Coaching Application - https://form.jotform.com/cutandconquerfitness/coaching-application

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