
Nope, That's Not Normal
So much of what we consider normal in terms of our relationship to our body and food is NOT. Join us for bold, unapologetic conversations about the many ways disordered eating has seeped into our lives and how you can finally make shifts to break away from that way of being and thinking into freedom and joy. nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com
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Jan 2, 2025 • 40min
The Diet Culture-Fashion Connection (and Finding Your Authentic Vibe)
In this episode of Nope, That's Not Normal, Jessica and Jordan discuss the intricate relationship between body image, personal style, and the fashion industry. They explore Jordan's journey from professional ballet to celebrity styling, and how societal pressures around body size and appearance have influenced their perspectives. The conversation delves into the importance of finding clothes that fit well, the impact of fashion marketing on self-esteem, and the necessity of dressing for oneself rather than for others. Jordan shares practical strategies for discovering personal style, emphasizing the significance of comfort and self-acceptance in the process.Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/About Our GuestJordan is the founder of MiKADO and a virtual personal stylist. In this episode, she shares her unique approach to personal styling and image strategy, and discusses how she aligns fashion with personal authenticity and psychology to transform her clients' wardrobes and boost their confidence.instagram.com/mikadopersonalstylinghttps://mikadopersonalstyling.com/ FREE COURSE: https://mikado.mykajabi.com/stylist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 30, 2024 • 19min
The Weekly Ramble: 5 Facts That Helped Me Find Body Peace
In this episode of 'Nope, That's Not Normal', Jess shares five key insights that have helped her find peace with her body, emphasizing the natural changes women experience, the importance of self-perception, and the need to shift negative beliefs. The bottom line: body peace IS attainable and these ideas/facts can help you get closer to it!Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 27, 2024 • 40min
Where Did All the Compassion Go? (We're Bringing It Back!)
In this episode, Jessica and Becca explore their personal experiences with disordered eating, the impact of societal norms, and the importance of self-compassion in recovery. They share insights on recognizing unhealthy patterns, the role of anxiety with disordered eating habits, and practical steps to cultivate a kinder inner dialogue. If you’re ready for a no-fluff conversation about self-compassion (a phrase Becca doesn’t even use), this is the episode for you.Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/About Our GuestForward movement requires modern ways of thinking, which is why Becca combined her clinical training in psychotherapy models with holistic tools and spiritual practices to create her Forward Model of Change. With a commitment to show up in her humanness so you can too, Becca offers you permission to shift your patterns and propel yourself forward. Becca is a Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Therapist and Coach for wholeness seekers, trapped achievers, karmic breakers, family shakers, and emotional feelers, and the founder of Forward Healing, where we offer modern tools + personalized models for Therapy and After-Therapy.https://www.instagram.com/forwardhealing.co/https://forwardhealing.co/links/https://forwardhealing.co This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 23, 2024 • 23min
The Weekly Ramble (Wardrobe Therapy Edition): Dressing for Main Character Energy
In this Weekly Ramble, Jessica chats about how to feel good in what you wear regardless of body image struggles. She shares her personal journey of overcoming disordered eating and body image issues and how discovering her personal style and building a wardrobe that reflects comfort and confidence, has played a significant part in that journey. Tune in for practical strategies to embrace your unique style, dress for yourself (rather than everyone else), and feel amazing in everything you wear!Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/Links:Course mentioned in the episode: https://mikado.mykajabi.com/stylist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 20, 2024 • 33min
Less BS, More Peace: It’s Unsubscribe Season, Ya’ll
In this episode, Jessica and Jazzmyn explore the complexities of food relationships and mental health—and how the two can get easily get intertwined (and often do!). They get into the importance of setting boundaries (UNSUBSCRIBING!) during the holidays and how to ditch negative influences in social media. They also chat about joyful movement and the power of choice in shaping one's relationship with food and body image.Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/About Our GuestMeet Jazzmyn Proctor—your go-to therapist, attachment coach, and the powerhouse host of the All Our Partspodcast! Jazzmyn is all about helping you find your vibe, face life’s curveballs, and come out stronger. From navigating the highs and lows of love and relationships to embracing self-discovery and smashing through obstacles, she’s here to hype you up every step of the way. She knows that everyone’s journey is unique, and her mission? To help you unlock your full potential and level up your mental health game. 🌱 So, if you're ready to live your best life, hit play on All Our Parts and let Jazzmyn guide you straight to your happy place! Personal website: https://www.unalomewellnessllc.com/Threads: @unalomewellnessllcInstagram: @unalomewellnessllcTikTok: @unalomewellnessllcLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jazzmyn-proctor-m-s-lgpc-54121015b/Spotify Podcast Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/7osChWIXkYIFpSteEEpxgC?si=ac09b3e3ee1a4a08Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-our-parts/id1678336456 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 18, 2024 • 49min
Diet Culture Misinformation is Real (And Dangerous AF)
Jessica chats with Christy Harrison, a registered dietitian and author of "The Wellness Trap". They tackle the rampant misinformation in wellness culture and its impact on body image. Christy shares her personal battles with disordered eating and the societal pressures that fuel diet culture. They discuss the importance of critical thinking in health advice and introduce the SIFT method to help listeners discern reliable information. Expect insights on navigating alternative health practices and avoiding the pitfalls of restrictive diets.

Dec 16, 2024 • 21min
The Weekly Ramble: 3 Big Ideas to Help You See Through Diet Culture BS
In this episode, Jessica focuses on three “big ideas” that have shaped her understanding of health and body image, including the importance of viewing the body as an instrument rather than an ornament, the impact of social determinants on health, and the cycle of praise associated with thinness. The goal is to zoom out and start unlearning some of the BS! Healing from disordered eating and body image struggles is just as much about learning as unlearning.Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/Sources referenced:More Than A Body: Your Body Is an Instrument, Not an Ornament, by Lexie Kite (Author) and Lindsay Kite (Author): https://www.morethanabody.org/more-than-a-body-book/ More than a body Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beauty_redefined Social Determinants of Health: https://odphp.health.gov/healthypeople/priority-areas/social-determinants-healthThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding your individual needs and circumstances. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 11, 2024 • 46min
Wellness Culture is Diet Culture in Disguise (And It’s VERY Convincing)
In this convo, Jess and Alex dig into their personal experiences with disordered eating and body image, getting into the disordered complexities of wellness culture and its impact on mental health. They talk about the dangers of orthorexia, the importance of intention, and the need for self-compassion in navigating the massive onslaught of societal pressures. Stay until the end to get Alex's list of red flags for wellness culture BS and practical tips for ya'll to cultivate a more joyful and liberating relationship with food and body image.**Please bear with us on the sound! We know it's not ideal, but our team didn't realize the sound issue until post-production! We've worked to fix it as best we can.Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/About Our GuestAlex Joy Pucci is an Intuitive Eating and Body image coach empowering women to reclaim their right to a healthy relationship with food, fitness, and their bodies. https://www.instagram.com/alexjoypucci/https://www.tiktok.com/@alexjoypuccihttps://www.alexjoypucci.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 9, 2024 • 23min
Weekly Ramble: When it Comes to Healing... One Size Does NOT Fit All
In this episode of 'Nope, That's Not Normal', Jess wants to remind us all that there is no one way to approach healing from disordered eating or body image struggles. She explores the complexities of the anti-diet community, the significance of internal desires versus external pressures, and the ongoing nature of healing. True healing is about finding what feels good and authentic to oneself—and Jess shares a few ways to determine that path for yourself.Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding your individual needs and circumstances. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 26, 2024 • 19min
My Disordered Eating Story is Normal AF (Not in a Good Way)
Join us as Jessica shares her personal journey with disordered eating—a story that is painfully normal—and shouldn't be! She explores the impact of her childhood experiences on body image, the challenges of navigating health issues, and the societal pressures surrounding thinness. She emphasizes the importance of seeking support and recognizing the deeper issues behind eating disorders. She also reflects on her postpartum experiences and the realization that healing is a multifaceted process that allows individuals to embrace their bodies and food without fear or shame.Connect with Nope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathiefels/Connect with your host, Jessica, on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nopethatsnotnormal/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nopethatsnotnormal.substack.com/subscribe