It’s time to move on – beyond body confidence
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by Judi
5M ago
Moving beyond body confidence In this post, I explore what it means to move beyond body confidence, PLUS I’ve got an important announcement about Heart Your Body. Listen or read below: Time for something different This post is going to be a bit different from my usual posts. Well, actually, quite a lot different! I want to talk about moving beyond body confidence – what that means to me personally and professionally, and what it might mean for you. What does beyond body confidence mean? For me, moving beyond body confidence means no longer striving to be confident in your body and being okay ..read more
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How to feel your feelings
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by Judi
1y ago
In this post, I explore how to feel your feelings, especially the way you feel about your body. Specifically, I cover: Why avoiding how you feel isn’t healthy What it means to feel your feelings Why discomfort is part of healing A 6 step process to feel your feelings Listen or read below: https://youtu.be/iA4tHOhePFg Sitting with your feelings Only a few years ago I didn’t get what it meant to ‘sit with or feel your feelings’. I’d heard people talk about sitting with their feelings, but I had no idea HOW to do this. So, if you feel the same way – I get it!  We aren’t taught how to feel ..read more
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How to deal with body comments at Christmas
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by Judi
1y ago
Body comments at Christmas Are you worried that your family will comment on your body over Christmas? This is an issue that many clients struggle with when they’re around family for an extended period over the festive season. So, in this post I explore: The reality of family gatherings at Christmas Why family can be a trigger for body anxiety 3 approaches to deal with body comments at Christmas Listen or read below: https://youtu.be/8md7NXw0Wek The reality of family gatherings at Christmas Christmas is culturally revered as a ‘magical’ time filled with family togetherness. But Christmas isn ..read more
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Body image and high sensitivity – how sensitivity influences body image
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by Judi
1y ago
Body image and high sensitivity Do you identify as an HSP (Highly Sensitive Person) and struggle with your body image? If so, your high sensitivity may influence the way you feel about your body. In this post, I explore: What it means to be an HSP 3 ways high sensitivity may influence your body image (and how to manage these) Why being an HSP is a gift, not a curse! My experience of body image and high sensitivity This post is inspired by a conversation with my friend and colleague Lisa Parkes, an Intuitive Coach for Sensitives, about body image and high sensitivity on her podcast, The Wildh ..read more
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Body acceptance myths to watch out for
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by Judi
1y ago
As a body image coach, there are a few body acceptance myths I wish more people knew about. These body acceptance myths can keep you from improving the relationship with your body if you believe them. In this post, I’m sharing the four most common body acceptance myths and misconceptions that I come across when working with clients. Listen or read below: It’s hard to accept your body Before I get into the body acceptance myths, I want to start by acknowledging that body acceptance is hard. It’s hard to go against deeply ingrained cultural beliefs about bodies and appearance. We’re not taught ..read more
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Toxic body positivity – how to recognise and handle it
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by Judi
1y ago
Have you ever experienced toxic body positivity? Like many people, you may never have considered that body positivity could be toxic. So, in this post I explore: What toxic body positivity is Its impact on body image How to recognise toxic body positivity 3 tips to help you deal with it Listen or read below: What is toxic (body) positivity? So, I want to warn you, this post is a bit ‘ranty’. That’s because, for some time, I’ve noticed a theme of toxic body positivity in the world of body positivity and body confidence coaching. But before I get into my rant, let’s look at what toxic positiv ..read more
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2 secrets that make a healthy body image easier
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by Judi
1y ago
A healthy body image is a lot easier than you think (yes, really!). To help you understand why this is, in this post, I share 2 secrets about body image that help my clients feel better in their body. Listen or read below: I see many women wanting to feel better in their body making it a lot harder for themselves than they need to. And I totally get WHY! There’s this expectation that having a healthy body image means that you LOVE your body – but the bar for a healthy body image is a lot lower than you think! So, let’s dive into why that is. I’ve got two things to share with you about body im ..read more
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How to feel better about your body after cancer
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by Judi
1y ago
In this post, I explore what you can do to feel better about your body after cancer if you’re struggling to come to terms with it. I share three ways to help you accept your body changes and feel better about your body after cancer. Listen or read below: Cancer and body image This post is the second in a two-part series on cancer and body image. In Cancer and Body Image, I explored: The impact of cancer on body image. How to validate what you’re currently feeling about your body. Why positivity can be toxic, invalidating, and unhelpful! Real life experiences of clients dealing with cancer an ..read more
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Cancer and body image – the impact of the Big C
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by Judi
1y ago
If you have, or are in recovery from cancer, you may also struggle with the way you feel about your body. In this post, I’m exploring how cancer diagnosis and treatment can impact body image, and what you can do to improve your body image if you’re living with cancer and/or a very altered body. Listen or read below: Cancer and body image I’m seeing more women receiving treatment for, or in recovery from cancer, who are struggling with their body image. And with one in two people in the UK expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime (according to Cancer Research UK), it’s a sad real ..read more
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Intuitive eating and body image – 3 practical ways to feel better in your body
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by Judi
1y ago
In this post, I’m sharing how to combine the principles of intuitive eating and body image work to heal the relationship with your body and food. Specifically, I share: Why quitting dieting is only one part of healing your relationship with food. The reason intuitive eating and body image go hand in hand. What makes intuitive eating and body image work a win-win combination. Three practical ways to apply the principles of intuitive eating to feel better in your body. Listen or read below: The intuitive eating and body image series This post is the final one in a series of three about intuit ..read more
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