Ep08: We Don't Say The F Word Around Here

"We can't control what the world will say to our kids, but we can shape the voice they carry inside. And that voice? It starts with us."--AngelaIn this episode:Why the word “fat” is off-limits in our home—and what we say insteadHow early body image issues can take root, and what we can do to break the cycleThe subtle signs of disordered eating and the role control plays in itHow to model body kindness and reshape the inner dialogue for our kids and ourselvesGet your free 7-day trial to the FateCreator Life Coaching App!In this raw and powerful episode I open up about my personal journey with body image, disordered eating, and the long road to healing. I share the subtle ways shame crept in during my teenage years, how CrossFit helped me reclaim my body, and why my husband and I have banned the word “fat” from our family’s vocabulary.This isn’t just about raising confident daughters—it’s about reparenting ourselves too. Come along as I offer heartfelt reflections and practical tools for shifting the narrative around body image, food, and self-worth. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and felt not enough—or worried your daughter might—this episode is for you.Trigger warning: This episode discusses eating disorders and disordered eating behavior.If this conversation moved you, share it with a mama friend who needs to hear it. Don’t forget to rate the show and subscribe—your seat at this table is always saved.Connect with Angela:Follow Angela on InstagramSubscribe to The Balanced Mama BlogGet In TouchShop Our ProductsDisclaimerMusic by Mood Maze