Episode 27 - Holly Matthews: Confidence & Diet Culture

Together, we unpack the impact of diet culture on self-esteem and explore actionable steps to escape its grip.

Key Takeaways

1. Holly’s Journey with Confidence

• Holly’s story of being in a smaller body yet still feeling insecure.
• The myth of “thin equals happy” and why confidence isn’t tied to size.
• The internal work Holly did to shift her mindset and build self-worth.

2. Building Confidence Beyond Weight Loss

• Why tying confidence to appearance alone is a losing battle.
• The importance of focusing on strengths, values, and achievements unrelated to physical appearance.
• Tools and strategies Holly used to feel empowered in her own skin.

3. Escaping Diet Culture

• How diet culture perpetuates insecurities by setting impossible standards.
• The long-term impact of restrictive diets on mental health and self-esteem.
• Steps to reclaim your autonomy from diet culture:
  • Challenging harmful beliefs around food and body image.
  • Finding freedom through intuitive eating and body neutrality.

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