In some recent conversations with plus-size women, a 'theme' has popped up—they're looking for a more realistic way (than body positivity) to have a relationship with their bodies—body neutrality. In this episode, we'll explore what body neutrality means, why it's important, and 6 ways to start practicing it right now.

Timestamps to check out:

[02:00] - Body Neutrality Definition

[05:56] - Diet culture messages fuel comparison and body dissatisfaction struggles.

[07:28] - Struggle with body acceptance, aim for neutrality.

[11:33] - Ditch diet culture.

[14:45] - Stop talking negatively about your body.

Key Takeaways:

• Why unconditional body positivity can be challenging & how it can be "easier" to find a more neutral approach - body neutrality.
• The importance of body neutrality.
• 6 practical ways to practice body neutrality in your own life.

That's it for today's episode! Please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast app :-)

Next week, we'll dive into body positivity VS body neutrality.

Resources:

• Body Neutrality definition from Web MD: https://www.webmd.com/beauty/what-is-body-neutrality
• Body Neutrality definition from Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/eating-disorder-recovery/202312/moving-beyond-dichotomies-about-our-bodies
• Learn more about Soft Hiking here (I called it gentle hiking in the episode - ooops!): https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wellbeing/a45137114/soft-hiking/