Episode #017: Revolutionary February: Choosing Body Love Over Societal Norms

Episode #018: Why I’m Choosing Weight Loss as a Body Positive Advocate

This is one of the hardest decisions I've had to make as a body positive advocate. I open up about my health, why this decision was tough, and all the nuances that go with this decision. Remember - choosing yourself is the most radical act of self-love even if your choice isn't something others understand. If you’ve ever felt conflicted about weight and wellness, this conversation is for you. 💖 Timestamps: [00:00:45] – Weight loss; a very emotional, very difficult decision. [00:01:33] – Feelings of letting my community down. [00:02:43] – How/why I came to this decision of weight loss. [00:08:39] - Remember, these are OUR bodies & we get to choose what is best for us. [00:10:06] - Weight loss, for me, isn't about vanity measures. [00:12:29] - An important reminder. If you liked this episode, please leave a review! It’s like giving your hype girl a virtual high-five 😉

Episode #017: Revolutionary February: Choosing Body Love Over Societal Norms

This February, let's fip the script on traditional Valentine's Day love and focus on the most important relationship you'll ever have, instead, - the one with your body. Join me in a powerful journey into body acceptance and learn why choosing to love your body is a revolutionary act. ==> Get your Body Positive Affirmation Cards here: https://shiningself.etsy.com/listing/1867616635/30-body-positive-affirmation-cards [https://shiningself.etsy.com/listing/1867616635/30-body-positive-affirmation-cards] ⏰ Timestamps: [00:01:19] - Fall in love with your body this month of "love" [00:05:39] - Your body is amazing... [00:07:02] - Body love: you have inherent value in the body you have today! [00:08:05] - Body acceptance (loving your body) doesn't mean you'll feel confident all the time [00:11:16] - Why body acceptance is an act of rebellion! If you liked this episode, please leave a review! It’s like giving your hype girl a virtual high-five 😉

Episode #016: Body Confidence: A Powerful Message for Plus Size Women

Your body isn't the problem. Your body was never the problem! In this episode, Tish, your body-positive fairy godmother, shares a little pep talk for plus-size queens because it's time we stop apologizing for existing and take up our space... unapologetically. Time Stamps: [00:00:29] – Unapologetic space for body acceptance. [00:03:35] – Plus size women need to stop apologizing for merely existing! [00:07:23] – Life is too short to spend more time hating your body. Deeper Dive Into Body Acceptance Resource Love Your Body, Love Yourself: A 21 Day Self-Love and Body Acceptance Journey [https://amzn.to/3ZuWzoO] (affiliate link & this is my journal) If you liked this episode, please leave a review! It's like giving your hype girl a virtual high-five ;-)

Episode 015: You Don’t Have to Love Your Body to Stop Hating It: A Quick Pep Talk

Is loving your body an impossible fantasy? In this episode, Tish, your body-positive fairy godmother, shares a powerful revelation she had during an anniversary trip to the Oregon coast with her fiancé. Tish shares that while we don't have to 'love' our bodies all the time, we don't have to hate them either! Listen in to learn why it's okay to not love your body 100% of the time, and discover a more compassionate approach to body image. Time Stamps: [00:01:12] - Is loving your body an impossible fantasy? [00:03:28] - The revelation Tish had. [00:04:14] - Release the body judgment & embrace it for what it is (a vessel) instead. Deeper Dive Into Body Acceptance Resource Love Your Body, Love Yourself: A 21 Day Self-Love and Body Acceptance Journey [https://amzn.to/3ZuWzoO] (affiliate link & this is my journal) If you liked this episode, please leave a review!

Episode #014: Body Positivity: Loving Your Bulges and Rolls with Confidence

In today's episode the body positive fairy godmother, Tish, answers a question from Fran. Fran wants to know how to stay positive when looking in the mirror and seeing those natural rolls and bulges that many of us have. You'll hear practical advice on practicing self-love, utilizing positive body affirmations, and discovering the beauty in focusing on the parts of our body we appreciate.  Timestamps: [00:00:36] - Fran's question [00:02:20] - Use body affirmations; reflect positively on yourself.  [00:03:48] - Affirmations for body positivity and self-love. [00:04:47] - Can't love your body? Try this instead. Resources Mentioned: Love Your Body, Love Yourself: A 21 Day Self-Love and Body Acceptance Journey [https://amzn.to/3ZuWzoO] (affiliate link & this is my journal) If you liked this episode, please leave a review!