Deb Malkin

In this insightful discussion, Deb Malkin, a mind-body practitioner and former massage therapist, shares her transformative journey from debilitating knee pain to empowerment. She emphasizes the importance of reclaiming agency and viewing the body as a safe space instead of a broken entity. Deb dives into the harmful impacts of internalized weight stigma and cultural narratives on body image. Her 'safety walk' exercise illustrates how mindset shifts can reduce pain, while she highlights the healing power of compassionate self-listening and radical acceptance in challenging times.