Prompting 3,000 comments and ranking as one of the most read stories of 2023, the New York Times article Women Have Been Misled About Menopause by Susan Dominus made it clear that people going through menopause — about half the population, want to talk about it and want to be taken seriously. Instead of the doom and gloom, invisibility narrative of aging, the sweaty menopause jokes and just suck it up and deal with it (it’s not really that bad) attitude, we deserve a comprehensive, anti-shame, pro-embodiment approach. We want evidence-based facts, not information from a 32-year-old Insta-influ ..read more

Womentum March Onward 2024! The evening before International Women’s Day and during Women’s History Month, join Womentum as four local healthcare professionals share their stories that highlight the need for a paradigm shift in our approach to women’s wellbeing: separating wellness and our worth from weight, food, and our bodies. Thursday, March 7, 6:30-8 pm (doors open at 6), The National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole $40, purchase here. Scholarships available, complete request form here. The pursuit of health and wellness for women in our society too often leads to diminis ..read more

There’s no “right” way to have a human body. Yet “we’ve reached a point in history where nearly every person is in some way affected by society’s heightened focus on beauty, health and weight,” says co-founder of The Body Positive, Connie Sobczak. The “emphasis on how we look and what we weigh has influenced the way most people perceive and care for their bodies.” Girls as young as 3 years old report body dissatisfaction, thin-ideal internalization and self-objectification. Teens worry about the natural body weight increases during puberty while parents struggle to feed them in a “healthy” way ..read more

There’s no “right” way to have a human body. Yet “we’ve reached a point in history where nearly every person is in some way affected by society’s heightened focus on beauty, health and weight,” says co-founder of The Body Positive, Connie Sobczak. The “emphasis on how we look and what we weigh has influenced the way most people perceive and care for their bodies.” Girls as young as 3 years old report body dissatisfaction, thin-ideal internalization and self-objectification. Teens worry about the natural body weight increases during puberty while parents struggle to feed them in a “healthy” way ..read more

Curious about what’s the difference between coaching and therapy? Coaching and therapy are both forms of support and personal development, but they serve distinct purposes and have different approaches. Coaching or therapy? Coaching is primarily focused on helping individuals or groups achieve specific personal or professional goals, improve performance, and develop skills. Coaches work with clients to identify their strengths, set objectives, and create action plans to reach their desired outcomes. Coaching is forward-looking and future-oriented. Therapy, also known as counseling or psychot ..read more

Every year you’re introduced to some superfood promising to transform your health. Foods with fancy names like acai, agave, goji berries, wheatgrass and Yuzu (which is a Japanese grapefruit). But you already know about a simple superfood that has powerful health-boosting effects. That superfood is fiber. Yet only 5% of Americans eat the recommended amount. The American Heart Association recommends that women and men eat 25 grams and 38 grams of fiber a day from food, respectively. But on average, Americans eat only 10-15 grams of fiber a day. Are you getting enough fiber in your diet and why ..read more

What does it mean to be truly “well?” Not long ago, confused about what it meant to be “well,” I devoted myself to “wellness.” I drank the detox skinny teas and exercised with the purpose of earning and burning food. Being “well” was synonymous with physical wellness and doing it “right” meant achieving one look. But wellness isn’t a destination that you arrive at after drinking celery juice, achieving six-pack abs, seeing a certain number on the scale or even just eating your veggies. Yet as the year ends, you’ll be barraged once again with more “wellness” ideas. Wellness is the ever-changing ..read more

You’ve likely encountered that nagging voice inside your head saying, “I can’t do this” when you’ve tried to improve some aspect of your wellness: eating more veggies, moving more, getting more sleep, or maybe meditating. But don’t get disheartened. There’s some exciting neuroscience research that can help you understand and counteract that voice. Tame Your Brain and Negative Self-Talk The brain’s adaptability is one of its strongest features. However, with repeated negative thoughts, our brain strengthens specific neural pathways, making such thoughts occur more frequently. Think of this like ..read more

Are you truly who you want to be? Is this the life you really want? How would you answer those questions? Think about your daily life. Are you thriving, or going through the motions? Are your days full of work, relationships, and activities that are true to your authentic self, or do you feel trapped on a treadmill of responsibility? If you dream of a better life, now is the time to turn your dream into a reality. And the tools you need are within your grasp, to design a life that is fulfilling on the deepest levels. I invite you to identify who you are when you’re being your best self. I ..read more

What if you could declare your own authentic beauty and experience beauty as a creative, dynamic process? What if you could inhabit your body with more joy and confidence? These are the two goals of “Declare Your Own Authentic Beauty,” the 4th competency of The Be Body Positive Model. The Be Body Positive Model was created by Connie Sobczak and Elizabeth Scott, founders of The Body Positive. It’s a comprehensive framework that aims to promote self-acceptance, healthy body image, and overall well-being. The model comprises five interrelated competencies, each addressing a fundamental aspect of ..read more