EPISODE · Apr 20, 2025 · 45 MIN
She Finally Stopped Fighting Ageing & Did THIS Instead — Here’s What Happened Next
from The Balance Theory · host Erika De Pellegrin
In this empowering episode, Erika sits down with Luisa Dunn — a model, photographer, and advocate for age positivity— to explore why she stopped fighting the ageing process and embraced a new narrative around beauty, self-worth, and expression. From the pressures of anti-ageing culture to the emotional and financial cost of “looking young,” Luisa shares her powerful journey of unlearning societal standards and reclaiming her identity. This episode will challenge everything you’ve been taught about ageing, especially if you’re in your 20s or 30s and already feeling the pressure to maintain your looks. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST 📸 Instagram TIME STAMPS (00:00) Introduction (02:50) What did Luisa want to be growing up? (07:48) What were your thoughts around ageing growing up? (13:40) Aim for body neutrality (16:03) What was your core belief about ageing? (18:31) Acknowledging ageist comments / conversations (23:50) Advice to someone on the fence about aesthetic choices? (28:25) How do you know if you genuinely want to make these choices or not? (34:25) How do you deal with backlash and hate from people online? (39:46) Universal Rule for Ageing? NUTRAORGANICS Today's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the collagen powder and bone broth range. ✨ GET 15% OFF USING CODE: THEBALANCETHEORY www.nutraorganics.com.au THE STUDIO 🎥 We filmed this incredible conversation in the beautiful Pivotal Conversations Studio on the Gold Coast, Australia. Check them out if you're looking for high quality production, we couldn't recommend them enough: https://www.pivotalconversations.ai/ Studio Instagram here 👉🏽 My FREE Work Life Balance Workshop WHO AM I? My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG! RESOURCES ▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon ▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge ▶︎ Goal Setting System E-Book LET’S BE FRIENDS 📸 Instagram 📱Tiktok MY FAVOURITE STUFF 💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this empowering episode, Erika sits down with Luisa Dunn — a model, photographer, and advocate for age positivity— to explore why she stopped fighting the ageing process and embraced a new narrative around beauty, self-worth, and expression. From the pressures of anti-ageing culture to the emotional and financial cost of “looking young,” Luisa shares her powerful journey of unlearning societal standards and reclaiming her identity. This episode will challenge everything you’ve been taught about ageing, especially if you’re in your 20s or 30s and already feeling the pressure to maintain your looks. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST 📸 Instagram TIME STAMPS (00:00) Introduction (02:50) What did Luisa want to be growing up? (07:48) What were your thoughts around ageing growing up? (13:40) Aim for body neutrality (16:03) What was your core belief about ageing? (18:31) Acknowledging ageist comments / conversations (23:50) Advice to someone on the fence about aesthetic choices? (28:25) How do you know if you genuinely want to make these choices or not? (34:25) How do you deal with backlash and hate from people online? (39:46) Universal Rule for Ageing? NUTRAORGANICS Today's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the collagen powder and bone broth range. ✨ GET 15% OFF USING CODE: THEBALANCETHEORY www.nutraorganics.com.au THE STUDIO 🎥 We filmed this incredible conversation in the beautiful Pivotal Conversations Studio on the Gold Coast, Australia. Check them out if you're looking for high quality production, we couldn't recommend them enough: https://www.pivotalconversations.ai/ Studio Instagram here 👉🏽 My FREE Work Life Balance Workshop WHO AM I? My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG! RESOURCES ▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon ▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge ▶︎ Goal Setting System E-Book LET’S BE FRIENDS 📸 Instagram 📱Tiktok MY FAVOURITE STUFF 💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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