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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Rewired, we sit down with the wonderful Florence Gillet, founder of Beyond Body Image, co-host of The All In Podcast, and certified Mind Body Eating Coach. We unpack the realities of body image struggles, with Florence sharing her insights on breaking free from societal pressures, challenging harmful beauty standards – and learning to reconnect with your body on your own terms.From the resurgence of the "thin ideal" to the rise of weight loss drugs, we explore how today’s shifting trends impact body image and self-worth (and what we can do to push back). Plus, Florence shares some practical tools for those bad body image days, and how to separate quality of life from the way our bodies look. Topics covered:The return of the "thin ideal" and rise of weight loss drugs Body positivity vs. inclusivity: what’s the difference?Social media, AI filters and extreme beauty standardsWellness culture: staying mindful without becoming obsessiveTips for navigating bad body image days Raising kids with a healthy body image in a digital worldWho profits from body insecurities – and how to resist the trapCreating a diverse, positive social media spaceWhat to do when you feel you need to “fix” your body Finding freedom – detaching self-worth from appearanceConnect with us:Florence Gillet:Instagram: @byond.bodyimagePodcast: The All In PodcastMeg:Instagram: @megsy_recoveryYouTube: Megsy RecoveryTikTok: megsy recoverySafia:Email: [email protected]: @safia_edrecoverycoachMember of the Beyond Body Coaching team: Beyond Body CoachingEm [copywriter & editor]:@em_schoneBook recommendations:More than a Body – Lexie and Lindsay Kite No Period, Now What? – Nicola J. Sykes, PhD [DISCLAIMER]Please keep in mind we’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions, as well as that of our guests, so it shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional to discuss your own situation and get professional help with your own unique recovery.
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