episode 74: the story about becoming a fat positive health coach with Tiana Dodson

In this week's episode, Ali and Hannah spend time with fat-positive health coach and body liberation facilitator, Tiana Dodson. From her beginnings as a mechanical engineer to becoming a passionate advocate for body liberation, Tiana's journey has led to a career all about helping people discover how personal, community, and global liberation are interconnected. In this episode, Ali, Hannah, and Tiana dive deep into what it's like to live in a multi-marginalized body, the quest for belonging, and how diet culture falsely promises to fulfill that need. They explore the evolution of Tiana's practice, shaped by her experiences as a resourceful, adaptable, biracial, queer, and neurodivergent powerhouse! What's it like attending health coaching school as a fat person? How can I find belonging without changing myself? What does a body liberation facilitator do? How is white supremacy connected to diet culture? Join the conversation and get ready for an enlightening discussion that challenges norms and empowers you to embrace your most authentic self! How to find Tiana Dodson: Website: https://tianadodson.com/ Instagram: @iamtianadodson Podcast: The Live Your Best Fat Life Podcast   Make sure to head over to the @eatcakepod Instagram account Thursdays at 3pm PST for a live support "Snack Time & Chill"- a chance for a supported snack at a physical distance, to ask your nutrition questions and have some laughs along the way.  Hannah and Ali are excited to announce a new way to work with them. Starting September 2024 they are offering a new Intuitive Eating program designed for individuals who are interested in learning intuitive eating principles and practicing these new skills with a safe, supportive community. It will be a 10 session program, with each session offering a 45 minute meal support at lunch, followed by a 45 minute process group exploring each of the intuitive eating principles. Space is limited so make sure to check out things out if you are interested Lunch Time & Chill: An Intro to Intuitive Eating  If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to take a screenshot and share it out on Instagram and tag @eatcakepod. We will be sure to share your comments and big takeaways on Instagram Stories as well. Also, once you've subscribed make sure to give us a review on iTunes (or Google Play, Stitcher, Android, TuneIn, Spotify).  The information presented in this podcast does not replace the individual nutrition recommendations from your health care providers. Visit https://www.dietitians.ca/Your-Health/Find-A-Dietitian/ to find a specialized dietitian in your area.