In this week’s episode, Bonnie is joined by Dr. Alexis Conason, a clinical psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist.  In today’s episode Bonnie & Dr. Alexis Conason will discuss:   What we wish the public knew about “weight management” and “obesity research” What happens to one’s brain when they diet Why diets don’t work for most people Tips to practice mindfulness with your thoughts What positive body image really means and so much more!   Connect with Dr. Alexis:  Instagram: @theantidietplan Website: www.drconason.com  Book:  The Diet Free Revolution by Dr. Alexis Conason Tired of quick fix diets that leave you more guilt ridden, obsessed and out of control with food in the long run and ready to create a lifelong, healthy & sustainable relationship with food? Take the first steps today by taking my free quiz here.  Have you been listening to the podcast for a while & have found benefit from it? Leave an honest rating & review on Apple podcasts  here. 

Here's What Happens to Your Brain When You Diet

Bonnie Roney is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. She's here to help women eat without guilt by giving diet culture the middle finger & improving body image!

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Hey Rebel! Does existing in a larger body automatically lead to more joint pain and daily discomfort? You may automatically assume, "yes!"...but what if that's a myth? To help navigate this popular topic I brought in Dr. Lisa, a weight-inclusive physical therapist and body image coach, to help us dive deep into how diet culture infiltrates the physical therapy space and challenge many misconceptions surrounding body size and pain. Get ready to hear all about:  What actually causes pain (and how it’s not simply a result of body size). How to move away from the mindset that it’s your fault if you experience body aches, pains, or ailments. How to better understand the signals your body sends when you’re experiencing discomfort. One daily practice to help protect your body.  & more! Ps. Pay special attention to Dr. Lisa’s discussion on the shame people feel when they believe their body aches are their fault. You might hear some powerful parallels between the shame experienced from dieting failures and the shame related to physical ailments.   Connect With Dr. Lisa: https://www.healthyphit.com/ @healthyphit __________ Learn more about group coaching here:  https://dietculturerebel.com/group-coaching Connect with Bonnie on Instagram: @diet.culture.rebel

Does existing in a larger body cause joint pain? (with Physical Therapist, Dr. Lisa)

Hey Rebel!  Today we are answering a question submitted by a listener named Veronica. She asks, "What do you think about coaches who promote body transformations, the before and after, the way they work? I am a Pilates instructor, became a coach myself, but I don't agree with the system, so I don't promote it." In today's episode, I also share my opinion on topics like:  Progress pictures Weighing yourself every day Tracking macros And coaches who say you need to look a certain way because you are an example  If you have your own question that you would like addressed here on the Diet Culture Rebel podcast, then go to dietculturerebel.com/podcast to submit one!    Episode 38: Should You Weight Yourself?  Download 3 Easy Ways to Give Diet Culture The Middle Finger ________________ Learn more about group coaching here:  https://dietculturerebel.com/group-coaching Connect with Bonnie on Instagram: @diet.culture.rebel

How I Feel About Coaches Who Say You Need To "Look The Part" (Answering a Listener Question)

Hey Rebel! There's nothing I love more than hearing people who struggled with their relationships with food for so long recount how intuitive eating changed their lives for the better. That's the story you'll be hearing today, as my past group coaching client, Michelle, shares how she went from obsessing over food, struggling with her body image, and overcoming addiction, to now being in a place where she can go on spontaneous dates, listen to her body, and never diet again! Michelle shares so much wisdom about the mindset shifts she made to begin challenging her relationship with food. She realized that if you are going to have to eat every day for the rest of your life, you might as well make the best of it! You'll also hear her discuss:  The origin story of her body shame growing up When she realized her food struggles deserved help How she moved through the honeymoon phase The importance of embracing fear throughout the journey & more!  I know you'll walk away from this episode with inspiration!   Episodes mentioned:  Episode 157: Shedding shame and reclaiming the word fat with Mary Kate  Episode 150: Fat positivity and reclaiming the word fat with Kimmy Singh. ------- Learn more about group coaching here:  https://dietculturerebel.com/group-coaching Connect with Bonnie on Instagram: @diet.culture.rebel  

Overcoming 20 Years Of Body Shame and Stress About Food (Michelle's Story)

Hey Rebel! I am thrilled to have Elyse Resch, co-founder of Intuitive Eating, on the podcast today for an insightful discussion about the future of intuitive eating. As an anti-diet dietitian and a certified intuitive eating counselor, I've personally benefited from Elyse's training and am excited to share her invaluable insights with you! In this episode, we delve into  The future of intuitive eating through a social justice lens The importance of autonomy in food choices for raising the future generation of intuitive eaters How struggling with food could result from your needs not being met. & how "failing" at dieting could actually mean you are a success at ego development and not letting people tell you what to do (love this!).  Whether you're new to intuitive eating or a seasoned practitioner, this episode dives into those nuances of intuitive eating that you won't get off an Instagram post (we talk about some of the challenges of social media in this episode. too!)   Find Elyse Here:  Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/elyseresch  Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/elyse.resch   Website:  http://www.elyseresch.com   Episode References:  Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings Episode 137: Teaching Littles (including Your Inner Child) How to Eat Intuitively for Life with Megan McNamee of Feeding Littles Episode 122: Raising Kids Who Can Eat Intuitively with Jennifer Anderson of Kids Eat In Color   Quiz: Are You Living In Fear Of Losing Control Around Food? https://dietculturerebel.com/control-around-food-quiz/    Learn more about group coaching here:  https://dietculturerebel.com/group-coaching Connect with Bonnie on Instagram: @diet.culture.rebel

The Future Of Intuitive Eating With Elyse Resch, Co-Author Of Intuitive Eating!

Hey Rebel. Recently, an Oprah special came out titled "shame, blame and the weight loss revolution", all about the popular weight loss drugs right now... and it got a lot of attention. So I decided to watch the special so you don't have to and today I am breaking it down with all of my thoughts... and I have a lot.  Surprisingly, there are a few things I agree with. But there are more things that I have concerns about... Give it a listen to hear all about the special and even more about the science (or lack thereof) behind these medications. Resource from Medical Students for Size Inclusivity:  https://sizeinclusivemedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/MSSI-GLP1-Informed-Consent-1-1.pdf  ------- Looking to take the next step in becoming a Diet Culture Rebel? Apply for Small Group Coaching at https://dietculturerebel.com/group-coaching Connect with Bonnie on Instagram: @diet.culture.rebel

Here's What Happens to Your Brain When You Diet

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