
In this episode of the Unfiltered Wellness Podcast, hosts Mackenzie and Amanda delve into the complexities of shifting from diet culture to a healthier relationship with food and body image. They discuss personal experiences, client insights, and the emotional and psychological mechanisms behind diet mentality. They highlight the importance of community support, gradual changes, and habituation in overcoming the fear of letting go of dieting. The discussion also emphasizes the benefits of achieving food freedom and mental well-being, despite potential body changes. The episode concludes with lighthearted mentions of TV shows like 'Love is Blind' and 'The Traitors.'
00:00 Introduction to Diet Mindset
00:47 Personal Experiences with Dieting
02:27 Challenges of Letting Go of Dieting
03:49 The Process of Healing
06:28 Desire for Weight Loss vs. Healing
07:57 Intuitive Eating and Body Image
12:12 Habituation and Food Freedom
31:37 Mental Health and Dieting
35:33 Conclusion and TV Recommendations