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30. Lisa Branscomb and The LifeBliss Approach to Wellness

December 17, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #bodytrust, #communitysupport, #healthateverysize

Life Bliss Wellness is a holistic self-care approach for black women that focuses on spirituality, sensuality, joy, and relaxation. It[…]

29. Say ‘When!’ to Unwanted Advice: Handling Body Comments with Grace

December 2, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #bodytrust, #healthateverysize, body neutrality, body wisdom, feminism, gentle nutrition, self-acceptance

In this enlightening episode, host Holly Toscanini delves into the pervasive issue of unwanted body comments and provides actionable strategies[…]

28. Spiritual Feasts: Food, Heritage, and Intuitive Eating

November 18, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #bodytrust, #communitysupport, #healthateverysize, #healthcoach, #intuitiveeating, #mindset, #selfcompassion, antidiet, body neutrality, body wisdom, chronic dieting, embodiment, gentle nutrition, self-acceptance

Starting with the universal experience of gathering around a table, the episode digs deep into how food serves as a living connection to our ancestry, heritage, and even spirituality. Holly challenges the dogmas of diet culture and introduces the liberating concept of intuitive eating as a holistic approach to nourishment.

27. The Myth of the ‘Perfect’ Body

November 7, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #healthateverysize, feminism, self-acceptance

Join Holly as she takes a journey through time, challenging the ever-changing, often contradictory ideals that have defined what it means to have a “perfect body” through the ages.

26. Behind the Scenes: My Approach to Holistic Health and Well-Being

October 21, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #bodytrust, #communitysupport, #healthateverysize, #healthcoach, #intuitiveeating, #mindset, #selfcompassion, embodiment, gentle nutrition, intuitive eating, joyful movement, self-acceptance

This episode is a deep dive into the transformative power of body acceptance and body neutrality. Rooted in non-diet culture, this is a safe space that fosters self-love, self-care, and an unapologetic celebration of one’s authentic self. By embracing your beautiful imperfections, you can ignite real transformation.

25. The Art of Being ‘Enough’: Untangling the Paradox of Being a Woman

October 7, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #communitysupport, #selfcompassion, feminism, self-acceptance

Inspired by Greta Gerwig’s impassioned speech on the impossibilities of womanhood, Holly explores topics ranging from the paradoxes of health and beauty to the tightrope walk between career success and personal life.

The episode wraps up with practical strategies for navigating these complicated norms, offering a roadmap for women to find their authentic selves amidst the noise. You’ll come away feeling seen, understood, and ready to untangle the societal knots that bind you.

24. Fear of Gaining Weight

September 23, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #communitysupport, #healthateverysize, #healthcoach, antidiet, body neutrality, gentle nutrition, intuitive eating, self-acceptance

In today’s episode, Holly opens up about the most common challenge women face when deciding to stop dieting- the fear of gaining weight!

23. Challenging Negative Body Talk

September 9, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodyneutrality, #bodytrust, #communitysupport, #healthateverysize, #healthcoach, #mindset

In today’s episode, Holly discusses the prevalence of unrealistic beauty standards in society. This has led to the normalization of negative body talk and body dissatisfaction.

22. Embracing A Happy & Childless Life

August 26, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #antidietculture, #bodytrust, #communitysupport, #mindset, #selfcompassion, body wisdom, embodiment, self-acceptance

In today’s enriching episode, I sit down with Helen Gallagher, the visionary behind Happy and Childless, to delve into the often misunderstood realm of childlessness.

21. What’s Your Dieting Personality?

August 13, 2023 Holly-Toscanini #bodyneutrality, #bodytrust, #intuitiveeating, body neutrality, body wisdom, gentle nutrition, intuitive eating

Are you The Optimistic Struggler, The Confused Seeker, The Frustrated Quitter, or The Reluctant Accepter?
This episode emphasizes that diet culture does not determine our worth or happiness, and encourages people to take back their power, redefine their own standards of health and beauty, and embrace intuitive eating practices and body acceptance.