In this episode, I sit down with therapist and body image expert Zoë Bisbing, LCSW, to unpack the evolution of body positivity—what it is, where it’s gone, and whether it’s truly helping us heal. We explore the rise of “Skinnytok,” the shift toward body neutrality and food neutrality, and why these concepts may be more supportive for those recovering from a childhood shaped by diet culture.
Whether you're doing your own healing work, or you're a parent—or hope to be one—you'll find compassionate, practical strategies here. Zoë shares ways to support kids through body image struggles, weight changes, and how to talk about food, exercise, and health without linking them to worth or identity. This is a must-listen for anyone wanting to break the intergenerational cycle of body shame and raise resilient, body-confident kids!
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📌 WHAT'S IN THIS EPISODE
00:00 Introduction
03:55 Meet @mybodypositivehome
06:16 SkinnyTok vs. Body Positivity
14:33 When Weight Loss Doesn't Fix Body Image
17:29 What Parents Need to Know
18:51 What Is Body Neutrality?
23:16 What is Food Neutrality?
25:08 Is It Resistance or Misunderstanding?
29:00 Navigating Conflicts as Parents
34:26 Talking About Exercise with Kids
38:39 Separating Food From Kids' Self-Worth
42:13 Talking to Kids About Food
44:24 If Your Child Has Body Image Struggles
46:35 Does My Kid Have a Bad Body Issue?
50:53 The Impacts of Body Shaming
55:30 Closing Comments
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💁🏻♀️ ABOUT NATALIE ROSE
Hey, I’m Natalie Rose—a licensed therapist and virtual coach. I help women navigate the real, raw healing of food and body image struggles, and break free from judgment to live more peacefully and confidently.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for medical advice.