In today’s episode, I am answering two more questions from our listeners. Can I really trust myself? &  How to release old emotions that keep coming?  The answer to both of these questions will reinforce the importance of mindset work and body image. What you’ll learn listening to this episode:  The answer to the question, “I know in my head what I’m doing is right but my feelings towards myself are so ingrained. I feel like I can’t change them. Help!” The answer to the question, “I don’t know if I can trust my body: What does it mean? Where is it in my body? Can I really trust my body?  Mentioned in the show:  Rebellious Eating Masterclass Quiz: Is It You or Your Diet? Podcast Roadmap Undiet Your Life Coaching Program

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Welcome to the feminist well-being podcast! 

Join well-being expert Stephanie Dodier as she guides on how to feel damn good by reshaping your mind instead of your body. We beyond the food and fight diet culture & patriarchy by living powerfully. Through solo episodes and special guest interviews, you’ll walk away with ressources to embrace your well-being & health in a way that will expand your freedom and power. New episodes drop every Tuesday and bonus episodes when available on Thursday.

Your host Stephanie Dodier is a Non-Diet Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and  Cognitive Behavorial Coach. She earned a PhD in diet culture at the age of 40 after graduating from a 25 years dieting career.


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This is the secret to aging powerfully (without buying into anti-aging BS) In this must-listen episode of the It’s Beyond The Food podcast, Deb Benfield of Aging Body Liberation drops truth bombs on embracing your changing body, dismantling diet culture's influence, and showing up fully at every age. What you’ll learn listening to this episode:   How to recognize and unlearn the internalized ageism we’ve all been exposed to   The importance of dismantling anti-fat bias alongside anti-aging culture    Practical tips for staying comfortable in your changing body as you age   Mentioned in the show: Health At Every Size Health Sheets Free Resources and Training Connect with our Guest: Website - Deb Benfield Instagram - Deb Benfield Facebook - Deb Benfield

389-Aging Powerfully with Deb Benfield From Aging Body Liberation

388-The #1 Mindset Holding You From Not Giving a F*ck About Your Body Looks

This episode discusses the nuances between body positivity and body satisfaction, highlighting the issue of conflating body image with true satisfaction and well-being. The conversation, led by Stephanie Dodier, a non-diet nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and cognitive behavioral coach, along with guest Brie Campos, a licensed mental health counselor, delves into the origins of the body positivity movement and its transformation over time. They critique the diet culture's co-opting of body positivity, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of body image and its impact on individuals' mental health and self-esteem.  The discussion unpacks the misguided equating of health with thinness and challenges societal norms around body image, advocating for a shift from external motivations to intrinsic self-esteem and personal well-being. They propose self-esteem work detached from physical appearance as a solution to the limitations of the body positivity movement, focusing on empowerment, autonomy, and a broader perspective of health that encompasses mental, emotional, and psychological dimensions. What you'll learn listening to this episode:  The true definition and origins of body positivity, and how it has been misinterpreted Why body positivity alone is not an effective solution for healing our relationship with our bodies The importance of rebuilding self-esteem and redefining our worth beyond physical appearance The difference between "having to" and "wanting to" when it comes to self-care and wellness The understanding that body image work is a lifelong journey, requiring ongoing self-exploration and growth  Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training Connect with our Guest: Website - Bri Campos Instagram - Bri Campos

387-When Body Positivity Doesn’t Work

In this episode, Stephanie discusses the concept of feminist well-being. Stephanie shares her journey from a traditional nutrition practice to founding her non-diet coaching certification business. She delves into her personal transformation through intuitive eating and cognitive behavior coaching, highlighting the impact of hiring a mindset coach and embracing feminist principles.  Stephanie critiques the traditional definitions of health, proposing a more inclusive and process-oriented view that accommodates diversity and addresses systemic issues affecting women's well-being. Introducing the concept of 'feminist well-being,' she encourages listeners to think critically about diet culture, patriarchy, and the role of their bodies, advocating for an understanding of well-being that encompasses physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.  The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to actively participate in redefining well-being and supporting the movement through engagement and critical thinking. What You'll learn listening to this episode:  The limitations of traditional health-focused well-being - How to reframe well-being through an intersectional feminist lens - The importance of challenging societal expectations placed on women - Ways to reclaim our worth beyond the physical body - A holistic approach to well-being that goes beyond physical health  Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training

386-Feminist Well-Being 1.0

In this episode of 'It's Beyond the Food', host Stephanie Dodier, a non-diet nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and cognitive behavior coach, discusses the complexities of weight loss, diet culture, and the use of weight loss drugs. The episode critically analyzes a TV special by Oprah on her weight loss journey, drawing on input from Dr. Natalie Gentile, a board-certified family medicine and lifestyle medicine physician. The discussion explores the use and effectiveness of weight loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy, the societal pressures that drive individuals towards these drugs, and the nuanced approach needed in treating obesity and related health issues. The episode also addresses the recent recommendations of weight loss drugs for children and the risks and ethical concerns surrounding such treatments. Furthermore, it critically evaluates the messaging around weight loss drugs and diet culture's impact on individual and societal perceptions of health and body image. What you'll learn listening to this episode on Oprah and Weight Loss Drugs:  The truth behind claims that "obesity is a disease" and the "obesity gene" myth Potential benefits and risks of drugs like Ozempic from a medical perspective How internalized weight bias may drive the experience of drugs "turning off food obsession" Insights on the delicate balance of childhood weight loss interventions  Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training Connect with our Guest: Website - Dr. Natalie Gentile Instagram - Dr. Natalie Gentile Facebook - Dr. Natalie Gentile

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