Recovery Reclaimed: Older Women on Body Image, Menopause & Diet Culture

In this raw, unfiltered episode, I reunite with the incredible Susan and Christina to answer YOUR questions about recovery, body image, menopause, and navigating the complexities of diet culture—especially as women in their later years of life.We open up about the real symptoms of recovery, how our bodies and minds changed through the journey, and the deeper emotional shifts that come with true healing. From feeling out of breath during a walk to redefining what movement means, we speak to the very human experience of recovery.💬 Topics We Dive Into:The hardest physical symptoms in recovery (and how we coped)Recovery during and after menopauseWhat it really means to feel “part of the club” and how that changesLetting go of feeling superior through restrictionOur experiences with puberty, body change, and emotional impactHow we coped with weight gain (including scale addiction!)Why diet culture is not just harmful—but oppressiveTools we use daily to keep grounded in food and body freedomWhy true connection becomes possible only through authentic recovery💫 This is an especially important listen if you’ve ever thought:“I’ve been trying to recover but keep wanting to lose weight again”or“I feel like recovery isn’t for me at my age.”Spoiler: It absolutely is.🎧 Listen in and walk away with compassion, clarity, and a fresh breath of freedom. Recovery is possible at any age—and it is so worth it.Read Glennon Doyle's wise words here: https://community.kleinsman.co/c/free-support-group/glennon-doyle-s-wise-words📌 CONNECT WITH ME:✨ Instagram: @victoriakleinsmanofficial✨ Website: https://victoriakleinsman.com/✨ Email me with your thoughts or questions – I love hearing from you!🖤 And as always… you are worthy of love, freedom, and rest—no matter your size, no matter your age.