If you’ve gained weight recently and feel ashamed, frustrated, or like you’ve somehow “failed,” this episode is here to offer something different: compassion and clarity instead of criticism.

What if your eating or movement changes weren’t you giving up… but your body and mind doing their best to cope with something hard?

In this episode, we explore:

• Why weight gain often triggers shame, fear, and self-judgment
• How life experiences shape our fears—and the protective behaviors that follow
• What safety strategies are, and why emotional eating or overworking aren't failures
• How to recognize the deeper purpose behind your behavior
• What it actually means to forgive yourself—and how to do it without abandoning your goals

Whether you’ve been through a tough time, are stuck in old coping patterns, or just want to feel like yourself again, this episode will help you replace blame with understanding—and guide you toward the next supportive step.

🎧 Listen now to explore how self-forgiveness creates space for real change—without giving up on yourself.

More Resources:

• Grab the free mini-course: Emotion Systems Audit – Download here
• Connect with Shannon on Instagram: @coachshannonbeer
• Learn more about compassion coaching: get the details here
• Join Body Image Fundamentals: learn more here