This episode of Becoming Anchored is hosted by licensed therapist, Laura Deneen.
Laura answers your most asked questions around body image and provides practical tools and tips.
Key Takeaways:
- My Friend Is On a Diet, What Do I Do?: Laura encourages you to identify the emotions that show up for you around this topic and give yourself compassion. Remember your “why”; ask yourself why you started on healing your body image? Laura invites you to explore what you may need from a friendship in which one of the parties is on a diet. Perhaps you want to be assertive and set boundaries or it may feel safer to take space from this person. Then, find your safe people during this season to support you.
- I Am Afraid of Gaining Weight: We live in a society that praises the “thin ideal” and is fatphobic. Laura encourages you to tend to the fear of weight gain and ask yourself what you are afraid of. You may have fears that you will be rejected or mocked if you gain weight or, on a deeper level, that you believe you will be unlovable. It is also important to explore your values and unpack traumatic experiences you have had regarding your body in a therapeutic space. Finally, Laura invites you to explore your own beliefs around fatphobia.
This episode provides insight into common body image questions and invites you to explore these questions with compassion and curiosity.
Homework: Explore your boundaries with your friend who is on a diet and explore your beliefs around weight gain.
Affirmations: “ My body is allowed to grow and change.”
Friend, we are passionate about offering more support beyond the insights and advice in this podcast.
Becoming Anchored Co. is rooted in the belief that hope is fundamental to our human experience. The body image program + resources were created to support you in accessing hope and in shifting your relationship with your body. Our commitment is to authenticity, living in harmony with our values, and embracing the incredible resilience and adaptability that define the human spirit. On this podcast, you will find topics covering topics related to body image and embodiment. We are here to support you as you navigate towards peace, kindness, tenderness, and curiosity with your body.
⚓Becoming Anchored In Peace With Your Body Program: This evidence-based body image program is designed to equip you with 100+ practical skills and tools to navigate the challenges of body image, from diet culture to self worth.
⚓Becoming Anchored In Peace With Your Body Card Deck: This 61 card deck will provide you with support to become more at peace with your body. With practical, therapeutic tools you will learn how to become more embodied. It’s like having your therapist in your back pocket!
⚓ The Safe and Connected Masterclass: This free masterclass is your guide to identifying and cultivating relationships with safe people.
⚓ Self-Confidence Masterclass: This free masterclass teaches you how to release doubt and confidently trust yourself. Self acceptance begins here.
⚓How To Practice Boundary Setting: This compassionate course teaches you necessary skills for self awareness, improved relationships, and fostering confidence. Let’s embark on a rewarding journey that empowers you to live authentically!
⚓Navigating Friendships as an Adult Woman: Gain the tools to enhance communication, trust, and genuine connection in this educational wellness course. This isn’t just theory; it’s the very foundation Laura used to transform her own relationships, bringing more depth and satisfaction in her own life.
⚓Recovering People Pleaser: This evidence-based mini course will teach you how to advocate for yourself, so you can have healthy relationships and connection with others. You will learn how to advocate for yourself and access your innate self-worth.
⚓Pivoting From Perfectionism: This compassionate course will show you that you do not have to be perfect in order to be loved and will give you practical tools to live authentically. This course provides practical insights and tools for tackling perfectionism.
We have also curated a selection of thoughtfully designed products to help you stay anchored, that you can wear on your path to discovery and growth.
Additionally, for those seeking personalized guidance on their mental health journey, our team located in Brentwood, TN offers professional therapy services tailored to meet your individual needs, fostering a path to healing and growth. If you are not located in the greater Nashville area, we gently encourage you to find a licensed therapist local to you.
We hope you embrace the Becoming Anchored community by subscribing to this podcast. We are so honored to provide you with resources, inspiration, and support on your journey to wellness.
