The Body Grievers® Club

WELCOME to EP. 54 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast. This is a part 1 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance. how to the identify between the parts/ levels to body image distress how to reclaim choice in moments of distress  The multifaceted parts to body image healing [and why healing is so hard] 00:49 Introducing the Seven-Step Framework03:18 Understanding Body Image Distress06:06 Exploring Physical and Mental Sensations08:52 Short-Term vs Long-Term Outcomes16:45 Building Awareness and Self-TalkClick HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

WELCOME to EP. 53 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast. This is a part 2 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.In this episode we will discuss: two criteria to measure your self talk why reassessing self talk usually fails the importance of changing internal narratives to reduce distress related to body image the need for kind and compassionate internal dialogues Various methods to reassess and improve your body talkWe provide 3 tangible tips to help you REASSESS Self Talk [STEP 2]TLDR? Check out our timestamps for the episode: 01:02 Understanding the Impact of Self Talk01:47 Finding Small Wins in Body Image Healing02:30 Muscle Memory and Body Image05:09 Reality Testing Your Thoughts06:53 Building Awareness and Reassessing Self Talk08:39 Practical Tips for Body Image Awareness11:00 Creating Space for Grief14:49 Personalizing Your Healing Journey⁠Click HERE⁠⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox⁠ ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠⁠To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at⁠ ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠⁠

Welcome to episode 52 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast. This is a part 3 of this 7 part mini series. Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.In this episode the hosts will discuss: why body love or positive affirmations don’t work understanding why body distress occurs And how to examine in a trauma informed wayWe provide 3 tangible tips to help you INVESTIGATE [Step 3]TLDR? Here are the timestamps for this episode. 01:36 Exploring Body Image Triggers04:43 Common Body Image Distress Scenarios06:49 Understanding Body Image Triggers09:43 Coping with Body Image Distress12:49 Digging into Trauma-Informed Exploration18:08 Building Your Coping Skills Toolbox25:40 The Importance of Community SupportClick HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

WELCOME to EP. 51 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast. This is a part 4 of this 7 part mini series. Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.In this episode we will discuss:• what SEXY permission looks like• the difference between self efficacy + self esteem• how permission can shift you from people pleasing to a courageous communicatorTLDR? Timestamps for the episode include:00:30 Living Your Best Life Now01:41 Grieving in Costa Rica03:56 Managing Grief and Embracing Joy09:07 Creating Unapologetic Memories14:53 Reflecting on “the Journey”17:51 Journaling Prompts and Final ThoughtsWe provide 3 journal prompt questions to help CREATE sexy self permission [Step 4] at the end of this episode!Click HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

WELCOME to EP. 50 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast. This is a part 5 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.In this episode we will discuss:• what it means to live your BUBBLe [best, unapologetic, big beautiful life]• How Bri + Jana live out their BUBBLe• How grief + joy exist together, not separately We provide 3 journal prompt questions to help you begin living your best life NOW [Step 5]TLDR? Timestamps for the episode include:00:30 Living Your Best Life Now01:41 Grieving in Costa Rica03:56 Managing Grief and Embracing Joy09:07 Creating Unapologetic Memories14:53 Reflecting on “the Journey”17:51 Journaling Prompts and Final ThoughtsClick HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

WELCOME to EP. 49 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast. This is a part 6 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps from Body Grief to Body Acceptance.In this episode of the Body Grievers® Club, hosts Bri and Jana discuss the 6th step of Bri’s seven-step framework: identifying and meeting your NEED for body image work.In this episode we will discuss: What makes it difficult to ask for our needs + wants How to shift the black + white thinking Lean into the HELL YES + satisfaction factor of body imageWe also provide 3 journal prompt questions to consider highlighting your NEEDS for body image work [Step 6]TLDR? Here are the timestamps for this episode:00:14 Understanding Your Needs in Body Image Work01:08 Challenges of Identifying Personal Needs01:46 What Does Body Image Work Mean?02:19 Daily Practices for Body Image Work02:54 The Importance of Safe Environments03:04 Self-Esteem and Body Image04:20 Advocating for Your Needs05:38 Body Talk and Communication06:56 Scapegoating and Blaming the Body07:40 Overcoming People-Pleasing Tendencies11:48 Collaborating with Your Body16:05 Practical Tips for Body Image Work19:45 Reflective Questions and ConclusionClick HERE⁠ for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox ⁠DOWNLOAD HERE!⁠To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at ⁠@bodygrieversclub⁠

WELCOME to EP. 48 of the Body Grievers® Club Podcast. This is a part 7 of this 7 part mini series: Bri's 7 Steps From Body Grief to Body Acceptance.In this episode Bri + Jana will discuss: What motivates your for CHANGE We talk about the enneagram + how personality + values collide We provide 3 journal prompt questions to consider when thinking about Aligning to Your Values [Step 7]00:27 The Importance of Community00:41 Navigating Body Image Challenges01:59 Authentic Communication03:19 Embracing Courageous Communication04:18 Setting Boundaries and Self-Respect10:46 Perception of Value and Personal Preferences16:26 Aligning to Your Values for Joyful Living17:11 Reflective Questions and ConclusionClick HERE for the most up to date ways to work with Bri.To Get Bri’s 7 Step Framework with all the reflection questions sent right to your inbox DOWNLOAD HERE!To find out how to work with Jana, message her on instagram at @bodygrieversclub

Christine, a fat liberation and neurodiversity advocate, discusses promoting plus size fashion, challenges faced by plus size women, and size inclusive brands. The hosts explore the emotional connection with clothing, TikTok for fashion, and myths about extended size clothing. They also discuss size inclusive brands and the upcoming launch of the Body Image Vault program.

In today's episode, Bri is joined by dating coach Lily Womble to discuss the intersections of dating + body image.Lily is an entrepreneur, like Bri, who helps others find their way through the dating world to confront their fears when it comes to love and datingLily says in the episode, "How have we been socialized to believe about ourselves and what we are worthy of and what is possible for us, especially in our love lives". They discuss coming into your own agency for your pleasure in life, instead of relying on outsourcing.To find Lily - check her out on tiktok @datebrazenListen to her podcast Date Brazen (especially the episodes mentioned 135 & 91 or MY episode as a guest -- 139)PLUS a reminder to UNLOCK BRI'S BODY IMAGE VAULT : Access to all of Bri's top resources to help shift your understanding of body grief to body acceptance.Click HERE to UNLOCK ACCESS.Not sure the VAULT is right for you? Send us your questions here.

In today's episode, Bri & Jana discuss the how the cult mentality shows up in diet culture and how difficult it can be to get out. • what gaslighting is and what it looks like in diet culture • 3 reasons why people get sucked into cults • A journal prompt exercise to explore your identity around your involvement in "cults" • They also tackle difficult questions like "What would you say to someone who tries to call HAES a cult?"In the episode the documentary we reference is Nexium on HBO Max. PLUS a reminder that BRI'S BODY IMAGE VAULT UNLOCKS 8/10/2023Access to all of Bri's top resources to help shift your understanding of body grief to body acceptance.Click HERE to UNLOCK ACCESS.Not sure the VAULT is right for you? Join us for our Master Class: Healing Body Image WoundsOR send us your questions here.