Ep. 111 ~ Lipoedema Professional Alyce Katsanos

In this episode of the Lipoedema podcast, hosts Shell and Tiana welcome leadership and empowerment coach Alyce Katsanos, who shares her personal journey with lipoedema and chronic illness. Alyce recounts her early experiences with body image issues, starting from childhood, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of her condition. She discusses the challenges of being active while feeling heavy and the emotional toll of not being diagnosed until her thirties. The conversation delves into the importance of self-compassion and the shift from being at war with her body to embracing it with kindness and understanding.Alyce emphasises the significance of community and support in navigating chronic illness, highlighting her work in coaching women to find their voice and identity. She shares practical insights on how to reconnect with oneself, set boundaries, and prioritise self-care. The episode concludes with Alyce encouraging listeners to pause and listen to their bodies, reminding them that they already possess the strength and resilience needed to navigate their journeys. This heartfelt discussion resonates with anyone facing similar struggles, offering hope and practical advice for self-empowerment.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Alyce Katsanos01:07 Alyce's Early Experiences with Lipoedema05:04 The Journey to Diagnosis09:18 Shifting from War to Compassion11:39 The Importance of Community16:51 Navigating Life Changes and Coaching21:35 The Power of Self-Leadership32:45 Practical Steps for Self-Carehttps://www.instagram.com/reveal.performanceHosts on InstagramShelley ⁠https://www.instagram.com/all_things_lipoedema⁠Tiana⁠https://www.instagram.com/me_and_my_lipoedema⁠The Lipoedema PodcastInstagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_lipoedema_podcast/⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/thelipoedemapodcast⁠YouTube⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thelipoedemapodcast⁠Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/⁠thelipoedemapodcast