Body Positivity Isn't An Aesthetic - Exploring Body Positive Entrepreneurship With Alekhya Bhat (Part 1)

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Purposeful Professional Media

Surayya Walters

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Join our multifaceted host, Surayya Walters, as she delves deep into the cultural fabric of professionalism, seeking to define and redefine it through her very own experiences, and by unlocking the aspirations and ideals of her guests and listeners. Listen along with us as we challenge what it means to be a "professional" and encourage our listeners to boldly craft their lives and careers on their terms. Produced by TEALSAGE. Do you want to be featured on the podcast? Sign up here: https://purposefulprofessional.com/.

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Body Positivity Isn't An Aesthetic - Exploring Body Positive Entrepreneurship With Alekhya Bhat (Part 1)

Purposeful Professional Media

1 hour 7 minutes 48 seconds

9 months ago

Body Positivity Isn't An Aesthetic - Exploring Body Positive Entrepreneurship With Alekhya Bhat (Part 1)

The Pressure of Body Image and Representation: A Conversation with Alekhya In this episode of the Purposeful Professional Podcast, host Surayya welcomes Alekhya, an advocate, leader, entrepreneur, and body empowerment visionary, to discuss issues surrounding body image, eating disorders, and societal pressures.

They delve into topics like the glamorization of weight loss medications such as Ozempic, the objectification and sexualization of women's bodies, and the impact of fame and social media on mental health.

Surayya and Alekhya also explore how popular culture portrays body image and its influence on personal insecurities and eating disorders. They share their personal experiences with bullying and body image struggles, offering insights and advice for those facing similar challenges.

Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Purposeful Professional Podcast 00:32 Meet Alekia: Advocate and Entrepreneur 01:15 Pop Culture and Body Image 02:28 The Ozempic Controversy 04:34 The Impact of Celebrity Weight Loss 06:31 Mental Health and Body Image 11:05 Social Media's Role in Body Image Issues 15:34 The Pressure of Fame 21:53 Sexualization and Body Image 27:26 AD's Experience on Love is Blind 34:28 Stereotypes and Media Representation 37:28 The Impact of Media on Self-Perception 40:20 Personal Reflections on Body Image 42:15 Growing Up and Mental Health Conversations 45:30 Bullying and Its Long-Term Effects 59:42 Pop Culture and Disordered Eating 01:04:11 The Dark Side of the Entertainment Industry