In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Nicole Swartz, a licensed therapist specializing in helping people heal from the damaging effects of diet culture and generational body-image trauma. Nicole shares her personal story of overcoming an eating disorder, offers insights into her revolutionary coaching program, and explains how shifting mindsets around food and body image can create lasting, positive change for both individuals and families. This conversation dives into how diet culture infiltrates our lives, generational differences in attitudes toward body image, and the transformative power of self-compassion and acceptance.

Episode Highlights:

[0:03] - Meet Nicole Swartz: Therapist, coach, and passionate advocate for breaking free from diet culture.
[5:00] - Nicole’s personal journey: From a childhood steeped in diet culture to finding healing and creating her coaching program.
[8:35] - How generational differences shape body image and food habits.
[13:28] - The rise of body positivity among Gen Z and its cultural impact.
[18:24] - Navigating the fine line between self-acceptance and the desire for change.
[25:52] - Addressing the challenges of an obesogenic culture and finding balance in food choices.
[29:12] - Transforming inner dialogue: How to move from self-criticism to self-compassion.
[34:00] - Teaching children a balanced approach to food and body acceptance.
[47:51] - Letting go of the shame around food and embracing a healthier narrative.

Resources:

Connect with Nicole Swartz: https://www.instagram.com/antidiet_therapist

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