AD | In this powerful episode of Millennial Mind, we sit down with boxing icon Nicola Adams to explore the impact of toxic beauty ideals, body talk and the journey to self-confidence. From breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport to pushing back against the narrow standards of the Y2K era, Nicola shares how she embraced authenticity over appearance.We also cover the concept of "Body Talk" the everyday comments, whether well-meaning or critical, that reinforce narrow beauty standards and shape how we see ourselves. Nicola opens up about how these messages have affected her and how we can all work to change the conversation. Together, we explore how shifting our focus from appearance to effort, energy, and personal strength can alter the way we perceive ourselves and others.This episode is presented in partnership with Dove and their Self-Esteem Project, which offers science-backed tools to help improve body image and build lasting confidence.Join us in this inspiring discussion about confidence, self-worth, and the small shifts that can lead to big changes.If you want more support, Dove has created a journal full of body confidence exercises. You can find it at dove.com/why2k 00:00 Introduction to the Competitive World of Sports

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