How To Fail With Elizabeth Day ON BODY IMAGE… With Martine Wright and Paloma Faith
Oct 27, 2025
Martine Wright, a British sitting volleyball player and 7/7 bombing survivor, shares her inspiring journey of turning trauma into triumph. She discusses how losing both legs transformed her identity and motivated her to create new opportunities, like becoming a certified pilot. Paloma Faith, a talented singer, opens up about her early ballet experiences that fueled her body dysmorphia, emphasizing the impact of societal expectations. Their candid conversations offer profound insights into resilience, self-acceptance, and the beauty of every version of ourselves.
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Early Ballet Rejection Shaped Body Image
- Paloma Faith was expelled from ballet school at age 10 for 'showing signs of becoming curvy.'
- That rejection created a lifelong obsession with body image despite no major weight changes.
The Inner Bully Drives Yet Torments
- Paloma describes an 'inner bully' that motivates success while also tormenting body perception.
- She notes body dissatisfaction often reflects a drive to prove oneself rather than literal physical truth.
From Trauma To New Memories
- Martine Wright woke in hospital after the 7/7 bombing and initially felt her life was over without legs.
- She chose to create new memories and pursue opportunities like flying to reclaim purpose.