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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 28 MIN

Ep. 11 Identity Crisis: "Who Am I Without Dieting?"

from Unlearning Beautiful · host Kristina Bruce

If you have ever been known as the "disciplined" one or the "picture of health," letting go of weight control can feel like a death. In this episode, Kristina Bruce breaks down the identity crisis that follows when we stop performing health for others and the surprising freedom waiting on the other side.In this episode, Kristina discusses:How health behaviors subtly transform into a moral self-concept.The "Dark Tunnel" of body peace and what waits on the other sideWhy letting go of dieting can feel like an existential threat to your safety.How to reconnect with your "is-ness"—the part of you that has inherent value simply because you exist.The difference between the roles we play and the pure awareness of who we actually are.✨ RESOURCES & SUPPORT🕊️ 1:1 BODY PEACE COACHINGIn-depth personalized support to make a real shift in feeling more at peace in your body👉https://www.kristinabruce.com/private-coaching💗 SMALL GROUP COACHINGYou don't have to do this work alone. Heal your relationship with your body alongside a supportive small group.👉 https://kristina-bruce.kit.com/group-interest📕 FREE GUIDE TO BODY PEACEFor women tired of trying to "fix" their bodies - and ready to feel free👉 https://www.kristinabruce.com/guide🌱 THE BODY PEACE VIDEO SERIESA short 3-part video series where you are guided through experiential exercises so you can feel more peace in your body now. (Special rate: $20 OFF for podcast listeners at checkout)👉 https://www.kristinabruce.com/bodypeace-podcast✨ CONNECT WITH KRISTINA🌐 WEBSITE: https://www.kristinabruce.com/📱 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/kristinabrucecoachThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

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