The Radically Well Podcast

S1 Ep8: Reclaiming Confidence: Body Image, Aging, and Self-Love


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In this episode of The Radically Well Podcast, Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar dive into confidence, body image, and the societal perceptions of aging. They unpack how cultural biases shape self-worth, attractiveness, and wellness—especially for women navigating midlife. From beauty standards to self-acceptance, masculinity, and mindful transformations, this conversation explores what it means to embrace authenticity, confidence, and personal evolution.

Three reasons to listen to the entire episode:

🔹 How do societal pressures shape our body image?
🔹 Can confidence redefine attractiveness as we age?
🔹 The balance between wellness, self-care, and self-worth.

Join us for an insightful and raw discussion on embracing change with confidence and curiosity!

💬 What’s your take on confidence and aging? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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Timestamps:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:00) The Allure of Confidence
(00:04:36) Societal Biases Against Aging Women
(00:09:16) Navigating Body Image and Aging
(00:12:59) The Dilemma of Beauty Standards
(00:19:01) Cognitive Dissonance in Wellness
(00:24:08) The Power of Confidence in Attractiveness
(00:26:37) Attraction and Masculinity
(00:28:10) Confidence and Body Image
(00:32:10) Navigating Exercise and Obsession
(00:36:29) Mindfulness and Food Relationships
(00:41:16) Dopamine and Behavioral Change
(00:45:21) Finding Balance in Transformation
(00:51:03) Embracing the Journey of Change

Resources:
Rosie’s membership Program: https://www.radicallyloved.com/membership
Dopamine Nation By Dr. Anna Lembke: https://a.co/d/6ZBH1Qi

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