We Can Do Hard Things 10. OUR BODIES: Why are we at war with them and can we ever make peace?
Jul 13, 2021
The conversation dives into the struggle for self-acceptance and the burdens of societal beauty standards. It critiques the obsession with body size and challenges flawed metrics like BMI. Embracing gentle movement, the speaker shares a journey from intense workouts to kinder self-care practices. There’s a powerful discussion on how parents can foster body positivity in their children, urging a shift away from harmful narratives. Finally, the importance of trusting one's body over societal expectations is emphasized, promoting authenticity and resilience.
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Glennon's Body Image Struggles
- Glennon Doyle shares her lifelong struggle with body image and disordered eating, including bulimia from age 10 to 26.
- She still struggles with obsessive thoughts about food and body image, highlighting the lasting impact of societal pressures.
Control vs. Love
- Glennon realizes that control in relationships stems from a lack of trust.
- She connects this realization to her relationship with her body, recognizing her desire to control it comes from distrusting it.
Getting Weird
- Glennon describes her "getting weird" with food and exercise, driven by anxiety and the need to control her body size.
- She admits to spending 50% of her thoughts on food, workout, and body image, finding it embarrassing and hindering to her potential.