This is one of the hardest decisions I've had to make as a body positive advocate. I open up about my health, why this decision was tough, and all the nuances that go with this decision. Remember - choosing yourself is the most radical act of self-love even if your choice isn't something others understand. If you’ve ever felt conflicted about weight and wellness, this conversation is for you. 💖

Timestamps:

[00:00:45] – Weight loss; a very emotional, very difficult decision.

[00:01:33] – Feelings of letting my community down.

[00:02:43] – How/why I came to this decision of weight loss.

[00:08:39] - Remember, these are OUR bodies & we get to choose what is best for us.

[00:10:06] - Weight loss, for me, isn't about vanity measures.

[00:12:29] - An important reminder.

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This February, let's fip the script on traditional Valentine's Day love and focus on the most important relationship you'll ever have, instead, - the one with your body. Join me in a powerful journey into body acceptance and learn why choosing to love your body is a revolutionary act.

==> Get your Body Positive Affirmation Cards here: https://shiningself.etsy.com/listing/1867616635/30-body-positive-affirmation-cards

⏰ Timestamps:

[00:01:19] - Fall in love with your body this month of "love"

[00:05:39] - Your body is amazing...

[00:07:02] - Body love: you have inherent value in the body you have today!

[00:08:05] - Body acceptance (loving your body) doesn't mean you'll feel confident all the time

[00:11:16] - Why body acceptance is an act of rebellion!

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Your body isn't the problem. Your body was never the problem! In this episode, Tish, your body-positive fairy godmother, shares a little pep talk for plus-size queens because it's time we stop apologizing for existing and take up our space... unapologetically.

Time Stamps:

[00:00:29] – Unapologetic space for body acceptance.

[00:03:35] – Plus size women need to stop apologizing for merely existing!

[00:07:23] – Life is too short to spend more time hating your body.

Deeper Dive Into Body Acceptance Resource

Love Your Body, Love Yourself: A 21 Day Self-Love and Body Acceptance Journey (affiliate link & this is my journal)

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Is loving your body an impossible fantasy? In this episode, Tish, your body-positive fairy godmother, shares a powerful revelation she had during an anniversary trip to the Oregon coast with her fiancé. Tish shares that while we don't have to 'love' our bodies all the time, we don't have to hate them either! Listen in to learn why it's okay to not love your body 100% of the time, and discover a more compassionate approach to body image.

Time Stamps:

[00:01:12] - Is loving your body an impossible fantasy?

[00:03:28] - The revelation Tish had.

[00:04:14] - Release the body judgment & embrace it for what it is (a vessel) instead.

Deeper Dive Into Body Acceptance Resource

Love Your Body, Love Yourself: A 21 Day Self-Love and Body Acceptance Journey (affiliate link & this is my journal)

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In today's episode the body positive fairy godmother, Tish, answers a question from Fran. Fran wants to know how to stay positive when looking in the mirror and seeing those natural rolls and bulges that many of us have. You'll hear practical advice on practicing self-love, utilizing positive body affirmations, and discovering the beauty in focusing on the parts of our body we appreciate. 

Timestamps:

[00:00:36] - Fran's question

[00:02:20] - Use body affirmations; reflect positively on yourself. 

[00:03:48] - Affirmations for body positivity and self-love.

[00:04:47] - Can't love your body? Try this instead.

Resources Mentioned:

Love Your Body, Love Yourself: A 21 Day Self-Love and Body Acceptance Journey (affiliate link & this is my journal)

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As the holidays quickly approach, those of us with plus-size bodies sometimes find that this joyous season can be marred by unsolicited comments about our bodies and uninvited diet tips from well-meaning family members.

In today's episode, I chat about family holiday gatherings and the anti-fat bias that often comes with them. I'll be sharing some tips and strategies to help you practice self-care and gracefully respond to those unwanted remarks.

Pick up Holiday Diet Talk, Body Comments & Food Policing Responses here: https://www.plussizeconfidence.com/holiday (the resource includes 30 responses you can use to put a stop to the unwanted comments)

Timestamps:

[00:00:00] - Anti-fat bias during holidays: unsolicited advice, comments.

[00:01:05] - How anti-fat bias shows up during Holiday family gatherings.

[00:04:27] - Preparation strategies to help you prepare mentally & emotionally.

[00:05:58] - A few example responses you can use to stop the unwanted comments.

[00:08:24] - Ways to protect your energy during these Holida gatherings with family.

Fairy Dust & Body-Positive Vibes,

The Body Positive Fairy Godmother Tish

A quick episode to share an update - that the podcast is back with a new name and why!

Have you ever felt like your self-worth was defined by your body size, the size of your jeans, or a number on the scale? If so this episode is for YOU! I chat about why our self-worth isn't defined by body size, etc.

You'll hear some actionable tips to help you embrace your self-worth today.

Remember, your self-worth has nothing to do with your body size.

Highlights:

[00:00:26] – Where the belief that self-worth is determined by body size, # on a scale, etc. comes from.

[00:02:05] - Why your size doesn't define you.

[00:04:18] – Negative outcomes of tying self-worth to appearance.

[00:06:41] – Tip #1 for embracing your self-worth today.

[00:07:10] – Tip #2 for embracing your self-worth today.

[00:07:35] – Tip #3 for embracing your self-worth today.

[00:08:12] - Tip #4 for embracing your self-worth today.

And hey, before I forget – I would LOVE it if you would take a few minutes to leave a review of the show on your favorite podcast app. And of course, don’t forget to subscribe too, so you get notified when new episodes get published. 

In this episode, we'll dive into the emotional rollercoaster I've been riding this week. From the struggle with medical gaslighting to the quest for a compassionate and holistic healthcare approach, I'll be sharing my journey navigating the ups and downs of dealing with doctors as a fat person.

You'll hear about my strange new symptom(s) and because of that, I'm being referred to a cardiologist. I have huge anxiety about this because in the medical professional world, 99.9% of the time they equate weight with health/wellness.

Highlights:

[00:00:36] - backstory; medical gaslighting

[00:03:57] - working with a naturopath doctor

[00:05:01] - unexpected news from doc; cardiologist referral

[00:06:14] - why I'm struggling with waiting for a cardiologist appt (eating disordered, disordered eating related)

[00:10:23] - the biggest struggle right now (focusing on health without it being weight loss/body size related)

And hey, before I forget – I would LOVE it if you would take a few minutes to leave a review of the show on your favorite podcast app. And of course, don’t forget to subscribe too, so you get notified when new episodes get published. 

Today, we're diving into 3 problems I've seen with some plus-size body positivity influencers. A community that once was my saving grace (the body positivity community), is sometimes challenging to be a part of. I've lost some respect for a few body positivity influencers and I'm going to share what I see as problems.

Highlights:

[00:00:23] - Problem #1

[00:02:46] - I had/have a huge issue with a body-positive influencer, her weight loss & what came to light (my beef has nothing to do with her losing weight).

[00:06:00] - Problem #2

[00:08:07] - Problem #3 (I struggle with this one because I believe all people can be body-positive but... if we go back to the roots then this one really isn't a problem and they are right).

And hell, sometimes I feel like I don't belong in the body positivity community because I have such different views about things than some of the major influencers.

And hey, before I forget – I would LOVE it if you would take a few minutes to leave a review of the show on your favorite podcast app. And of course, don’t forget to subscribe too, so you get notified when new episodes get published.