Nia Patterson (they/them) went viral after taking a photo of themselves in a Torrid change room in a bathing suit. Since then, Nia has become an influencer, social media manager, singer, podcaster, and coach. In this conversation, they share their journey and also their top three tips for staying joyful while living in marginalized bodies and with marginalized identities. We also talk about fat secrets and podcast dream guests.

Nia Patterson is a well-respected Black and Queer mental health advocate, writer, artist, and business coach. They are the creator behind @TheFriendINeverWanted and the artist behind @SelfLoveToolChest. They are also the host and producer of the Body Trauma Podcast. Their work mainly centers around Social Justice, Eating Disorder Recovery, Fat Activism, LGBTQIA+, and the Self Love community. Nia is passionate about advocating for people in marginalized bodies and seeks to bring resources to those who do not readily see representation and healthcare for themselves.

Please connect with Nia through their website, IG, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.

This episode’s poem is called “Will Know Nothing” by Arisa White.

Bonus content with Nia through Apple Podcast Subscriptions and on Patreon.

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