Body Image, Gardening, & Growing Self-Love with Jeralyn Miller EP 8

In this episode, Dawn sits down with Jeralyn Miller to explore the fascinating connections between body image, gardening, and overall well-being. Jeralyn shares her inspiring journey as a body image coach, opening up about the importance of healing our relationships with food and ourselves. Together, they discuss how cultural influences, including Jeralyn’s time in the Philippines, shape our experiences with food and the ways gardening can deepen our connection to it and to family.

The conversation touches on finding balance in health, embracing movement with gratitude, and the value of small steps in personal growth. Jeralyn shares practical advice for those new to gardening and reflects on how body positivity and mental health are so closely linked. Dawn and Jeralyn also chat about the challenges of maintaining healthy eating habits in busy lifestyles and the often-overlooked importance of protein in our diets.

Finally, they draw parallels between gardening and personal growth, highlighting how patience, care, and self-compassion can nurture both plants and people on their journeys.

Episode Highlights: mental health, eating habits, body image, emotional eating, self-care, nutrition, holistic health, food relationships, stress management, personal growth

Takeaways: 

• Mental health significantly influences eating habits
• Emotional eating can stem from various feelings, both positive and negative
• A regulated nervous system supports healthier food choices
• Body image issues are often tied to societal pressures and personal experiences
• Health should not be judged solely by body size or appearance
• Self-compassion is crucial in the journey of personal growth
• Nourishing the body is essential, even in busy lifestyles
• Patience is key in both farming and personal development
• Holistic health encompasses mental, emotional, and physical well-being
• The journey towards better health and body image is ongoing and requires effor

Links

Jeralyn’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jeralynmillercoaching/

Jeralyn’s Website | https://jeralynmillercoaching.ca/

Jeralyn’s Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553669398056

Dawn’s Website |  https://www.dawnsdirt.ca/

Dawn’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dawns_dirt/