In this episode of Squidge the Podcast, host Teri engages in a heartfelt conversation with Brina, a body image bootcamp leader and photographer. They explore Brina's journey from childhood to her current work, discussing the impact of personal growth, community support, and the importance of self-love. Brina shares her experiences with fear, vulnerability, and the transformative power of creative expression. The conversation also touches on the overflow principle, gratitude practices, and the significance of finding joy in life. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their own journeys and seek out supportive communities.
Follow Brina here:
https://www.instagram.com/barebybrina/
https://www.barebybrina.com/
In this conversation, Kristen Chavez shares her journey of embracing her body and the societal pressures surrounding body image. She discusses the concept of 'joy maxing' and how she has chosen to accept her body as it is, rather than conforming to societal expectations. The discussion delves into childhood experiences, the impact of parenting on body image, and the importance of self-compassion and awareness. Kristen emphasizes the need to listen to our bodies and the genetic influences on body shape and size, ultimately advocating for a shift from self-hatred to self-love.
Find Kristen on all platforms at @boudoirbykc
In this deeply personal episode of Squidge the Podcast, I open up about my challenging journey of leaving behind a successful photography career. I share the discomfort and humility of stepping away from a well-known and validated identity to pursue new passions. I discuss the impact of workaholism, my search for joy beyond the lens, and the humbling lessons I've learned along the way. Join me as I reflect on the importance of internal validation and the courage to embrace new beginnings. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about growth, identity, and the power of choice.
To continue to the convo, join me in the Reform School for Good Girls here: patreon.com/reformschoolforgoodigirls
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Amber and I are chatting about the discomfort that rarely gets talked about in the healing process. We explore our own experiences with letting go of the identities that got us relatively far in our lives, but no longer fit. This episode is more conversational than most, but it's because we both had so much fun chatting about this kind of stuff.
You can find out more about Amber here:
instagram.com/therapy_withamber
In this episode, I chat with Natalie Tischler and explore the themes of love, self-acceptance, and the journey of personal growth. We discuss the impact of childhood experiences on adult relationships, the importance of rituals and affirmations in cultivating self-love, and the interplay between love and fear. We get into the significance of vulnerability, community, and the creative power of meaning-making in shaping one's life. Essentially we want to inspire you to make LOVE your highest calling.
Give Natalie a follow here on all platforms (IG, TikTok, YouTube) @natalietischlermoves
andwww.natalietischler.com
I chat with Master Mindset Coach Felicia Reed to discuss the transformative journey of personal development, emphasizing the importance of mindset, taking action, and embracing tough love. We explore the challenges of procrastination, the significance of identity in achieving goals, and the power of visualization through techniques like creating a 'mind movie.' The discussion highlights the necessity of self-reflection, the acceptance of failure as a stepping stone to success, and the daily practices that can help individuals align with their true selves and aspirations.
Follow Felicia here:
Www.feliciareed.comWww.instagram.com/feliciareedphotographyWww.instagram.com/feliciareedcoaching
In this conversation, Holly & I explore the transformative journey of intuitive living coaching, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with one's body, merging spirituality with body image acceptance, and the detrimental effects of hustle culture. We discuss the significance of creating safe spaces for self-discovery, the intuitive pivot for personal growth, and the necessity of taking action without attachment to outcomes. We also get into the role of community support and creativity in healing, culminating in a call to embrace rituals and spiritual practices for a fulfilling life.
Give Holly a follow on instagram:
instagram.com/hollytoscanini
and make sure to download all of her amazing resources here:
https://hollytoscanini.com/#cta_section
Takeaways
Childhood experiences shape our adult selves.
Healing the inner child is crucial for personal growth.
Merging body image acceptance with spirituality is powerful.
Stop waiting for the perfect moment to live your life.
Hustle culture distracts from true self-acceptance.
Creating safe spaces is essential for self-discovery.
Intuitive eating requires trust in your body.
Taking action is necessary for change.
Detaching from outcomes allows for personal exploration.
Community support is vital in breaking free from diet culture.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Intuitive Living Coaching
02:42 Childhood Influences and Personal Growth
05:47 Merging Body Image and Spirituality
08:31 The Concept of 'Stop Waiting' in Life
11:25 The Impact of Hustle Culture
14:14 Creating Safe Spaces for Self-Discovery
17:10 The Intuitive Pivot: Steps to Reconnect
19:57 The Importance of Taking Action
22:56 Detaching from Outcomes and Embracing the Journey
25:34 Navigating Diet Culture and Body Image
28:35 Finding Community and Support
31:09 The Role of Creativity in Healing
33:59 Rituals and Spiritual Practices
36:56 Conclusion and Resources
When I first came across Arielle's instagram I was immediately hooked. Her words, her soothing voice, her imagery was all a beautiful balm to the sharpness of the online world. I figured it would be an important time to have a conversation with her since a lot of us are holding this duality of a crumbling society with the desire to stay attached to beauty and it's starting to get really heavy. So this beautiful storytelling healer is here to share her message of positivity, light, & quiet rebellion.
Please give her a follow here: instagram.com/arielleestoria
Listen to her album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/52EeMQ9GcaAO6ISd85LzjH?si=N5OmrAOYQ4GUUtRxdNrOvQ
Buy her book here: https://arielleestoria.com/the-unfolding
Now, this episode might make people a wee bit ticked off, but I want to reiterate that this has just been my experience and the feelings I have re: the current marketing trends I've been seeing on social media. On this episode I'm discussing and sharing my thoughts around slow marketing and the pull away from traditional pain-point marketing masked as empowerment.
If you like this convo, come join me in The Wandering where we have a lot more content just like this: https://patreon.com/wanderingwithteri
This episode is a follow up to the last one where I explore the different ways that I have come to reclaim my girlhood over the past few years! I hope it will show you a few things: just how long it takes to come back home to yourself, the variety of ways in which you can connect to your girlhood, and that you aren't alone in the complexity of feels that happen on this journey.
If you want to continue this convo, join us in The Wandering:
This month we are focusing on the theme of reconnection and today I want to talk about why it might be squidgy at first! Whether you are reconnecting with old friends, your younger self, your body, your finances, or the goals you set at the beginning of the year, you can't know where you're going if you don't take note of where you are!
We are exploring this theme deeper in the community at The Wandering:
patreon.com/wanderingwithteri
I had an epiphany the other day that what I've been actively trying to do with all the work that I do has been to encourage people to get back to who they once were. This idea of reclaiming girlhood, the period of our lives where we grew up too quickly for a variety of reason, and the art of integrating that with our adulthood. In this episode I share with you how I lost my girlhood and in part 2, I am going to share how I refound it!
Join me for more of this type of convo in The Wandering, my community for folks looking to reclaim their own lost girlhood through the lens of body image & self acceptance:
With the resurgence of diet culture in the form of #skinnytok it's important to be having conversations with our younger friends about the messages they are receiving and this is why I am SO jazzed about having Tallulah come on the podcast, as she is a confidence coach and founder of The Body Conversation which focuses on body image education for teens and tweens.
To learn more about Tallulah, head here:
https://www.thebodyconversation.co.uk/
and here:
instagram.com/tallulahohea
For information on the workshop I will be hosting alongside Miranda Charlotte in London that I mentioned:
https://terihofford.com/reframing-reflections
For more of this goodness, feel free to join us at The Wandering:
patreon.com/wanderingwithteri
I was contemplating some of the obstacles that get in the way with learning as adults and I realized one of the biggest things is the squidginess of taking action. We love a good theory moment and consuming all the content - but the application of that content? Forget about it! It's VERY uncomfortable which is why we just go back for more books, podcasts, courses, etc! In this episode I break down the reality of learning and where we can start to shift our body image!
Resources mentioned:
https://teri-hofford-photography.teachable.com/p/6-weeks-to-help-you-embrace-yourself-in-photos
terihofford.com/the-geode-theory
https://terihofford.com/freeresources
Feeling overwhelmed and on the brink of burning out? Well, get ready to learn the art of rest & repair with boudoir photographer, rest advocate, and Yoga Nidra Instructor (and BIBC facilitator!!) In this episode, Natasha shares her experience of falling into burnout and how finding out that she had ADHD was a huge component to her finding her way back to herself. Natasha shares practical tips and really great suggestions on how we can reconnect to our bodies in order to thwart off burnout and learn how to thrive.
Natasha Kaufman is a small business owner, boudoir photographer, rest advocate, and certified Yoga Nidra facilitator dedicated to helping photographers break free from burnout and build sustainable success. With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and nearly a decade running a six-figure boudoir photography business, she has guided over 450+ women toward self-acceptance and confidence.
As an ADHD entrepreneur, Natasha understands the toll of overwork and exhaustion. Through Yoga Nidra, nervous system regulation, and energy-first business practices, she helps fellow ADHD and overwhelmed photographers stay booked, profitable, and confident—without running on empty.
Links:
• Stan Store –https://stan.store/NatashaAnne
• LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-kaufman/
• Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Dtasha21
[To learn more about Body Image Bootcamp/BIBC: bibcgonewild.com ]
Join me for this conversation with Confidence Coach Kasturi as we discuss her vulnerable search for confidence in her body and self while growing up in the Indian culture and having heard more criticism than positive dialogue about herself as it pertained to finding a partner. We discuss how a comment made by a boy in her youth reaffirmed what her parents had told her and how it continued into her adulthood. For anyone that brings their past narratives into their present, this conversation is going to be a good one for you on how to move forward and find your own truth!
You can find our more about Kasturi here: www.kasturijoglekar.comhttps://www.instagram.com/kj_confidencecoach
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasturi-joglekar-561ba112/
In this conversation, Teri sits down with Amie McNee for a deep dive into creativity, artistic rebellion, and the pressures society places on work and self-expression. They explore the power of curiosity, the risks of audience capture, and the challenge of staying true to oneself while navigating cultural expectations.
Together, they unpack the awakening that comes from questioning traditional ideas about work, the struggle to maintain a creative identity in a productivity-driven world, and the grief that can come with unfulfilled dreams. They highlight the importance of redefining work, honoring personal rhythms, and embracing a meaningful life—while acknowledging that fulfillment looks different for everyone.
Throughout their discussion, they touch on autonomy, creativity, and the value of having options. They challenge the rigid ideas society has about success and encourage listeners to reclaim their time, embrace their artistic potential, and expand their understanding of what art truly is—both personally and in a larger cultural context.
To grab Amie's newest book head here: https://www.amiemcnee.com/pre-order-we-need-your-art-book-amie-mcnee
and give her a follow here:
instagram.com/inspiredtowrite
Welcome to February, my beautiful people! Today's episode I am sharing a little bit of my experience from the SPEAK workshop with Sue Bryce and the 1st of many biases that impact body image: Authority Bias.
Ever wonder where you learned to talk so harshly to yourself? Good news, most of those things you inherited, which means you can get rid of them! On today's episode I share how!
To learn more or work with me, head to:
terihofford.com
In this episode of Squidge the Podcast, Teri Hofford interviews Carly Ashworth, the psychic coach, exploring the themes of intuition, authenticity, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of reconnecting with one's intuitive gifts, navigating chaos in life, and the balance between logic and intuition. Carly shares her insights on how to trust oneself, the significance of meditation, and the power of choice in shaping one's path. The conversation emphasizes the need for validation of one's unique experiences and the ripple effect of intuitive guidance in personal and professional realms.
Give Karly a follow on instagram: instagram.com/thepsychicoach
Check out my upcoming Writer's course:
terihofford.com/writing-workshops
The past 2 months have been full of loss, sadness, grief, and....joy? I didn't think I'd be kicking off the new year with someone so heavy, but listen, the Squidge doesn't wait for perfect timing - that's what makes it squidgy!
If you are new to the podcast, welcome! If you're a returning listener, thank you so much for your continued support!
Right now The Writer's Workshop is open for registration, check it out here: https://terihofford.com/writing-workshops