In this episode I explore breaking up with the Scales. I know it isn’t as easy as it sounds…
Diet Culture teaches us that our worth is tied to our weight, and weekly or even daily weighing is a big part of dieting, disordered eating and in eating disorders.
Letting go of the Scales is not easy work, but it is often worth it if when you are on a path of recovery and want to have peace with food, eating and your body.
In this episode I’ll explore:
- What is your current relationship with the Scales? And what would you like it to be like?
- How weighing your body is part of dieting and intentional weight loss pursuits
- The harm and disconnect that continuous weighing can cause
- How we hand over our power to the Scales
- How looking for happiness in a number is based on an illusion
- A couple of reflection questions for you to explore
Other episodes that are mentioned in this one or that may be of benefit when you are exploring this topic:
SE3 - Ep3: Let’s Talk About Food Rules
SE2 - Ep7: Understanding Orthorexia with Lynn McGovern
SE3 - Ep4: From Self Objectification to Selfcare with Anna Strickland
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How weight gain can happen despite calorie restriction
Why am I so afraid of gaining weight?
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