Not For Everyone 132. Love Letter: When to Get New Friends + Spiraling About the Return of Skinny Culture
Jul 24, 2025
Dive into a heartfelt exploration of personal insecurities as the host reflects on friendship dynamics and societal pressures around body image. Discover how to navigate negativity and set boundaries with friends while laughing at the quirks of recent trends like 'labubus.' The discussion on the online #Skinnytok movement will resonate with anyone feeling the weight of others' expectations. Plus, enjoy a dose of humor as the host weaves in tales from reality TV, showing the importance of individuality in both friendships and self-acceptance.
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Jess's Reading Revival with Kindle
- Jess started reading books again after six years, motivated by receiving a Kindle as a birthday gift.
- The Kindle features like progress tracking and estimated reading time energized her reading habits.
Recharge with Solo Days Off
- Take intentional days off at home without plans or vacations to recharge.
- Make time off during normal workdays when others are working for optimal rest and peace.
Weight Loss Pressure & Skinny Talk
- The resurgence of "skinny talk" online promotes extreme thinness as a moral and social ideal.
- Pressure to lose weight for events like weddings often comes from societal approval, not personal confidence.
