Julie Duffy Dillon and Vinny Welsby discuss the challenges of breaking free from diet culture and the journey towards body acceptance. They explore the emotional struggles faced by individuals trying to heal their relationship with food, emphasizing the importance of community support, self-compassion, and realistic goal-setting. The conversation highlights the process of unlearning harmful beliefs about dieting and body image, and the significance of acknowledging progress in recovery.

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Keywords: anti-diet, diet culture, body acceptance, self-compassion, recovery, community support, unlearning, intuitive eating, weight inclusive care, mental health

Outline:

00:00 Navigating the Anti-Diet Journey

07:20 Embracing Body Acceptance and Family Dynamics

07:42 Reconnecting After Time Apart

09:08 Understanding the Struggles of Change

10:32 The Weight of Societal Expectations

10:34 Escaping the Diet Culture Cult

13:37 The Unlearning Journey

16:34 Compassion and Internal Family Systems

19:36 Fear of Losing Progress

22:15 Community and Support in Recovery

25:24 Unpacking Beliefs and Evidence

28:29 Setting Realistic Goals for Change

30:26 Current Projects and Future Directions

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