The Yellow Chair Collective Podcast explores identity, intersectionality, and mental health. Hosted by Soo Jin Lee and Linda Yoon, co-directors of Yellow Chair Collective—a group private practice offering culturally responsive mental health services—this season highlights the unique challenges and resilience of eldest daughters. Join us for conversations that uncover the intersections of culture, family, and personal growth.
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The Yellow Chair Collective Podcast explores identity, intersectionality, and mental health. Hosted by Soo Jin Lee and Linda Yoon, co-directors of Yellow Chair Collective—a group private practice offering culturally responsive mental health services—this season highlights the unique challenges and resilience of eldest daughters. Join us for conversations that uncover the intersections of culture, family, and personal growth.
Body Image, Eating Disorders, & the Holidays with Jen Gold, LMFT
Yellow Chair Collective: The Podcast
44 minutes 22 seconds
11 months ago
Body Image, Eating Disorders, & the Holidays with Jen Gold, LMFT
In this conversation, Jen Gold, a therapist specializing in eating disorders, discusses the complexities of body image and disordered eating, particularly during the holiday season.
Mindfulness practices like walking can help reduce anxiety.
Body image issues are common but do not always lead to disordered eating.
Eating disorders can stem from societal pressures and personal experiences.
Recovery from eating disorders is possible with the right support.
Dieting often leads to harmful metabolic effects and can trigger disordered eating.
The holidays can exacerbate body image issues due to societal expectations.
Family comments about weight can significantly impact self-esteem.
Empathy is crucial for therapists working with clients with eating disorders.
Understanding the emotional roots of eating disorders is essential for treatment.
Food should be viewed as fuel rather than categorized as good or bad. Even kind comments about body image can trigger shame.
Cultural messaging can deeply affect personal body image perceptions.
Disordered eating often stems from a desire for acceptance.
It's important to recognize the insidious nature of societal beauty standards.
Recovery involves aligning daily actions with personal values.
Secrecy and shame are common in those with eating disorders.
Community support is crucial in overcoming negative body image.
Parents should model healthy attitudes towards food and body image.
Children notice discrepancies between words and actions regarding body image.
Focus on the functionality of the body rather than appearance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Mindfulness Practices
03:01 Understanding Eating Disorders
05:50 Distinctions: Body Image Issues vs. Disordered Eating
08:57 Pathways to Eating Disorders
11:59 The Role of Food and Dieting
15:02 Holidays and Body Image Challenges
17:57 Evolving Perspectives on Eating Disorders
21:00 Empathy and Growth as a Therapist
23:55 Family Influence on Body Image
24:39 The Impact of Body Image on Mental Health
30:00 Understanding the Roots of Disordered Eating
36:03 Cultural Pressures and the 'New Year, New You' Mentality
38:07 Strategies for Combatting Negative Messaging
41:06 Raising Body-Positive Children
Yellow Chair Collective: The Podcast
The Yellow Chair Collective Podcast explores identity, intersectionality, and mental health. Hosted by Soo Jin Lee and Linda Yoon, co-directors of Yellow Chair Collective—a group private practice offering culturally responsive mental health services—this season highlights the unique challenges and resilience of eldest daughters. Join us for conversations that uncover the intersections of culture, family, and personal growth.
