34: Here's What's Wrong With the Body Positivity Movement

Here's What's Wrong With the Body Positivity MovementThe body positivity movement has done a lot of good… but is it actually helping women in midlife, or is it subconsciously keeping us more stuck in criticism than ever?In this honest and nuanced conversation, we unpack the uncomfortable truth: 👉 Even body positivity still keeps us focused on appearance. 👉 It can disconnect us from true body love. 👉 And it may even prevent us from addressing real health and emotional needs.If you’ve ever felt like you’re supposed to love your body… but find yourself even more critical of your body as you hit your 40's and 50's, this episode will hit home.You are going to discover:Why body positivity still keeps us obsessed with appearance  How the movement ignores aging and the emotional reality of midlife bodies (and why that matters deeply in midlife)  Why affirmations like “I love my body” often don’t work The difference between not caring what others think and true stewardship of your body  How body positivity can sometimes ignore real health concerns The body positivity may reduce shame, which matters, but it doesn’t teach women how to: Truly connect with their bodies  Care for them deeply  Or love them through aging and changeWe’ll address the question: can you truly stop caring what others think about your body… without first learning to love it yourself?Join us in Costa Rica, October 2026 for our Retreat: Soul-Aligned - Design Your Extraordinary Next Chapter! Click here for details.Find us on instagram: @midlifewomenrising@jenreimercoaching