10% Happier with Dan Harris A Thing Most Men Won’t Talk About | Aaron Flores
Apr 18, 2022
Aaron Flores, a Los Angeles-based registered dietitian and expert in intuitive eating, discusses the often-ignored topic of men's body image issues. He delves into how societal pressures and capitalism associate worth with weight, advocating for the idea that our bodies aren’t projects. Aaron introduces intuitive eating as a healthier alternative and emphasizes the importance of self-compassion. He also explores the 'health at every size' movement and its relevance in promoting body diversity, offering guidance for parents on nurturing healthier relationships with food.
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Aaron's Journey
- Aaron Flores's journey to intuitive eating began with his personal struggles with food and body image, leading him to restrictive dieting.
- Witnessing societal changes in how he was treated based on his weight, he initially aimed to teach others his dieting methods.
Intuitive Eating vs. Dieting
- Dieting involves rigid rules, while intuitive eating emphasizes unconditional permission to eat and honoring internal cues.
- Intuitive eating focuses on physical hunger and fullness, along with noticing how food makes you feel physically.
Men's Silence on Body Image
- Men often avoid discussing body image issues due to societal expectations of masculinity, fearing mockery or ridicule.
- The fear of vulnerability and not feeling safe to express emotions contributes to this silence.
