Summer is full of joyful moments—vacations, pool parties, sunshine—but sometimes, one photo can pull us out of the memory and into self-judgment. In this episode, Jess shares how to navigate body image triggers that pop up in pictures and social settings, and how to shift from insecurity to empowerment.

With a personal story from Water World, a relatable lesson from her son’s soccer tryout, and science-backed insights on emotion regulation and perception, this episode reminds you that you are more than what a photo captures—and you're probably farther along than you think.

Why body image tends to flare during summer—and what to do about it

How to use post-photo emotions as feedback, not failure

What Jess’s son’s soccer experience taught her about expectations vs. effort

The power of naming your emotions (backed by neuroscience!)

How hydration, food, and rest impact how we see ourselves

Why you should zoom out and take a fuller look at your progress

Sometimes frustration comes from not being fully honest with ourselves. Zoom out, get curious, and look at both what you have done and what’s still in progress.

Naming emotions reduces emotional reactivity.

Life is happening—don’t miss it trying to ‘fix’ your face or body.

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