Good Bodies—with Pam Moore

Content warning:Discussions of weight loss, disordered eating, obesity (medical term vs. medical slur) and body image, body positivity narratives.The word ‘fat’ -is used as a neutral descriptor when it appears in this conversation.Navigating Body Positivity, Weight Loss, and Societal Narratives with Pam MooreThis is the 1st in a 2 part series responding to the NY Times Editorial featuring former body positive 'influencer' Gabriella Loscano.In this episode, Real Over Ideal host, Vanessa Gorelkin, and friend of the podcast, Pam Moore, dissect the recent New York Times opinion piece on body positivity. Pam and Vanessa explore the societal implications of weight bias, the nuances of intuitive eating, and media narratives around health and body size. Key topics:The influence of media framing on societal perceptions of weight and body positivityThe history & original goals of the "Health at Every Size" movementHow influencer culture twisted body positivity and the importance of nuanceThe crux of disinformation around weight, health risks, and their correlationsThe role of language, such as terms "obese" and "overweight," and their societal connotationsThe importance of psychological flexibility and evolving self-beliefsFree NY Times Editorial with Gabriella Loscano: https://youtu.be/xXrGrsvR3wo?si=MPJDjkLE1-fV5u92Connect with Pam Moore:https://www.pam-moore.com/ This episode encourages compassionate, nuanced conversations about health, weight, and societal narratives. Remember, evolving your beliefs and understanding is part of self-trust and growth.Click here to get in touch Thanks for listening!Please share the show with anyone who may enjoy it. We'd love it if you'd leave us a 5 star review wherever you're listening- it helps listeners find the show and we read every review.If you'd like to submit an "Untangle This" question, a comment, or an episode idea-- Email us:[email protected] is available to consult professionally with individual clients. If you'd like to work with Vanessa , reach out here:https://vanessagorelkin.com/contact-us#12398ed6-3711-4e15-ae41-4711059fd6abIf you'd like to read about Vanessa's background, treatment perspective and techniques, or other handy information about her practice, check out her Psychology Today profile here:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/vanessa-gorelkin-scottsdale-az/809467