The Dark Side of Chasing the Perfect Body

In this episode, we have an honest conversation about body dysmorphia and how it impacts both men and women. We share our personal experiences, including the influence of bodybuilding, performance goals, and constantly chasing a standard that never feels like enough. This episode explores how tying your worth to the scale or your appearance can distort your identity, and why building self-esteem outside of your body is essential for long-term health and fulfillment. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling like you’re never “there,” this conversation will help you see where that comes from and how to start shifting it.We talk about:-Our lived experiences with body dysmorphiaThe impact of bodybuilding and physique-focused goalsThe feeling of never being “enough”Living and dying by the number on the scaleWhere self-esteem actually comes fromFinding identity and meaning beyond your bodyHealth implications of extreme mindsetsWhy shame doesn’t create lasting changeTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction1:28 Maverick’s experience with body dysmorphia14:09 men and self-esteem issues18:22 coming off HRT24:08 breaking an old mindset28:00 identity outside of your body35:35 dealing with health implications41:38 current struggles & inadequacies49:50 you can’t shame people into change53:37 diversify your self esteem CONNECT WITH KAIT & MAV:Get 1:1 coaching here: https://app.iclosed.io/e/elev8/1-1-strategy-call-podcastGet our weekly emails: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listEbook: https://go.elev8coaching.net/consistency-book