Style as a Wellness Practice with Michaela Leitz

What if style wasn’t about what you wear, but how you reclaim your voice? In this powerful conversation  on One Body to Love, I sit down with visibility strategist and cultural consultant Michaeala Letiz to explore the deeper meaning of style, representation, and self-worth. Michaela opens up about her journey through body exclusion, reclaiming confidence, and helping brands move beyond tokenism into true inclusivity. If you’ve ever held back from showing up because of your size, or waited to live fully until your body changed, this conversation will challenge, affirm, and empower you.In this episode, you will hear:02:34 – How Michaela’s early years in fashion were shaped by toxic body ideals10:10 - Why most fashion isn’t truly made for diverse bodies and how industry gaps perpetuate harm14:03 -Posting outfits online and finding community in vulnerability24:00 - Living your energetic signature: reconnecting to who you were before the world told you to shrink30:54 - Michaela’s approach to helping women rediscover their confidence through clothing45:12 - Busting the myth that plus-size people don’t invest in themselves48:21 - Curating your social media to support your self-worthIf today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your reflections. Send me a message on Instagram and let me know what stood out most. If you're feeling ready to step out of hiding and into your fullest self, style and soul, my One Body to Love program is here to walk alongside you.And a heartfelt thank you to Michaela Leitz for sharing her powerful story, expertise, and unapologetic energy with us. Her work continues to challenge the status quo and create more space for all bodies to be seen, valued, and celebrated. You can find Michaela on Instagram or visit her website to learn more.Until next time, be gentle with yourself. You deserve a life of peace, visibility, and joy, just as you are!One Body to Love 10-Week Intuitive Eating Programhttps://meredithmackenzie.ca/intuitive-eating-programMichaela’s LinksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aboutmichaelaWebsite: https://confidence-style.com.LinkedIn🎟️ Join a room of like-minded women - Save your seat for the One Body to Love Retreat — www. meredithmackenzie.ca/retreatOne Body to Love 10-Week Intuitive Eating Program💻 Book a Connection CallWebsite - www.meredithmackenzie.caInstagram - @Dr.MeredithMackenzieFacebook - Meredith MacKenzie Coaching Pinterest - pinterest.com/drmeredithmackenzieYoutube - @Dr.MeredithMackenzie