Your Body Is Not The Problem

Jess Fry is back! In today's episode, we discuss anti-aging pressures and what thoughts we have found helpful to work through the shame we can feel for our bodies doing what bodies do: change.  We cannot wait to hear what you think, and if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!  Connect with Jess: @embodyconfidence_ on IG A Gentle Exploration of Anger for Women Event Confidence Closet   Previous Episodes: Body Image in the Summertime Your Body is Not the Problem, Fat Phobia Is

If you stop and think about it, does calling a day without a workout a rest day actually feel helpful for YOU?  I share some of the mindset/body image downsides to calling them rest days, how to prevent disliking yourself on rest days, and how to look forward to movement after long breaks away. YOUR BODY IS NOT THE PROBLEM 

Hello Beautiful! Happy new year I know it's been a hot minute since the last time I released an episode; life was very heavy in 2025 and I spent a lot of time taking care of my mental health and going to therapy. There have been so many things I wanted to share with you, and I figured starting with our most recent trip to Saint Lucia for the holidays would be a fun place to start.  I hope you find this episode helpful, and I can't wait to hear what you think! Your body is not the problem!

They're telling you your arms are the problem. I'm telling you... YOUR ARMS ARE NOT THE PROBLEM! What do YOU want to think? What are you WILLING to think? What do you NEED to think? It feels like I need to yell from the roof tops right now with everything I've seen online lately that YOUR ARMS ARE NOT THE PROBLEM. Typically, I don't see diety/toxic content on social media, but two body positive content creators I follow both posted about the same IMO unhelpful workout program.  So, today we're hopping on facetime and discussing WHY your arms are not the problem, with tips and challenges you can implement to begin seeing your arms as your friend.  YOUR ARMS ARE NOT THE PROBLEM!

For so many years I was solely focused on taking care of my weight loss instead of myself. And that makes the years I spent sick make a shit ton of sense. Today I discuss ways in which you may be taking care of your weight loss instead of yourself, where those beliefs could stem from, and what taking care of you may look like. I hope this episode is helpful! Your body is not the problem!

With more holidays approaching, I wanted to share with you 8 things you can start/stop in order to be an even better host! Obivously, you don't need to do any of them, but I believe they are all low energy/low stake actions that you can take that would provide extra energy/appreciation from your guests! Can't wait to hear what you think of today's episode and what actions you will take before hosting your friends/family this year. And if you're not hosting... feel free to share this episode to your stories in an indirect way of encouraging those who are hosting you to maybe make some simple changes. Cause the goal is that every one has fun right?  Your body is not the problem!

*This is not medical advice* At the beginning of this month I went to an allergist and denied being weighed. The allergist was fine with it... However, after I shared a reel on Instagram describing my experience, there were a lot of random men who were pissed.  That reel has since been taken down because Instagram continued to push it (300,000 views) to men who were making nasty comments, not just to myself but also to others who had left positive comments. I did share their Instagram handles in the episode because I thought it lightened the episode and was a friendly reminder that these strangers should not get to dictate how we feel about our bodies. But I chose the comments that were less mean and more so just uneducated/diet culturey and that we could have had a conversation about, IF they had been civil in the comment section. With that, I can't wait to hear your thoughts on today's episode! Have you ever wanted to or have denied being weighed at an appointment? Your body is not the problem!

I had the realization over the summer that for most of my life I have been a 'Be safe' person. Which like, there's nothing technically wrong with it but I experienced the difference of being told 'be safe' and 'have fun' about the same activitity and I was like holy shit do the two of those feel different. And I would love to implement saying 'have fun' more than I say 'be safe' to others and to myself.  As I continued thinking about the two statements I realized how it can be applied to our body image, and so that's what I share with you today!  Can't wait to hear what you think :) Your body is not the problem!

It's a reminder that is extra heavy this year but so helpful to remember to zoom OUT. YOUR BODY IS NOT THE PROBLEM!

This episode will be helpful if you find yourself thinking all or nothing/black & white thoughts, and/or you think that there's ONE thing that will completely change everything for you. YOUR BODY IS NOT THE PROBLEM!

Sharing what message I took from the emotional eating I've done recently Today, I share with you important reminders and things to think of when it comes to emotional eating and short rant about commenting on other peoples bodies. YOUR BODY IS NOT THE PROBLEM!

I noticed that I was giving the same advice to some friends recently and wanted to share it with you too since you're also my friend!  Can't wait to hear what you think of today's episode! Your body is not the problem!

Disclaimer: The tips I share in this episode very likely go against most, if not all of the things you have been taught about working out consistently and I ask that you keep an open mind because everything I share is backed by either science/biology and or experience! And no one if can hurt to try If you have any questions, please feel free to DM me on Instagram @_leahtang or you can email me [email protected]  Your body is not the problem! Here is the episode I mentioned: Anti Scale is Not Anti Health

Jess Fry is back and today we're sharing tips and mindset shifts so that you can actually ENJOY summer! Jess shares: Tips for neutralizing insecurities Wearing what you want to wear Navigating a summer full of BBQ's and parties and more! Here's our first episode discussing fat phobia Jess' Instagram Jess' Online Community Website We can't wait to hear what you think of today's episode! Be sure to tag us on Instagram when you listen and feel free to DM us with any questions you have! Your body is not the problem!

Got cheated on? Going through a break up? Beginning your last single era? This episode is for you! Today, Jess, AKA @betrayedbestie shares her best mindset shifts and tips for improving their body image for those who have been cheated on, going through a break up and are single! To work with Jess: Instagram Free Consult Call Online Course 1:1 Coaching We can't wait to hear what you think! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to either of us on Instagram! Your body is not the problem!

Today you get to hear from my second oldest brother, Jake Brown!  I'm excited for you to listen to our conversation today where we discussed: Stepping on the scale How fit/skinny does not equal healthy How social media impacts our goals and so much more! Be sure to tag us on IG when you listen and always feel free to reach out with any questions that you have! RedMars Podcast @astrojake24 Twitter/X Your body is not the problem!

Are you falling into the Menstrual Cycle Box?  You might be if you get mad at your body for not having energy when you're ovulating and or using your luteal phase as an 'excuse' for being grumpy etc. Don't get me wrong, I think it's VITAL to understand your cycle and to use it as a tool to listen to your body and decipher it's messages and I think that sometimes we get stuck in this box that leaves us feeling more frustrated or mad at our bodies than is warranted! Would love to hear what you think of today's episode! Please feel free to DM me on Instagram @_leahtang 75 Sun Challenge

Graeme and I were shopping for a tshirt a few weeks ago and I went in wearing a shirt that was an XL and tried on a shirt that was XXS. When we base our worth on our size we can realize how silly of a metric that is when it's capable of changing within one minute without our body changing. AND EVEN IF OUR BODY DID CHANGE, YOUR BODY IS STILL NOT THE PROBLEM!!!!!!! Can't wait to hear what you think of today's episode! Your body is not the problem.

I have been saving quotes I see on social media for you! They're not your typical quote but rather ones that I think pack a punch and will hopefully leave you feeling good and optimisitc! Can't wait to hear what you think of the quotes! DM me on Instagram @_leahtang or tag me in a story with the one you resonate with the most! Your body is not the problem!

Today we discuss five mindsets that can be holding us back from a healthier body image! These mindsets aren't an issue with you or your brain; they're protection mechanisms, they're influences from society to profit off us, they're learned behaviors. I hope this episode helps and I can't wait to hear what you think! Your body is not the problem! @_leahtang

I don't think you hear it enough from others or yourself, so I wanted to make sure you heard it from me   Your body is not the problem! Happy new year!   @_leahtang

YES! Today I share with you what to look out for and how to be prepared, whether you're getting your wisdom teeth removed and or any other kind of dental work or even going to the doctors for a procedure! I hope this episode helps support you and I can't wait to hear what you think! Your body is not the problem!

How many times do you find yourself saying "I need," or "I want," or "I should," and/or "I'll try,"? Today I share with you a word that can replace these and that I believe feels so much better.  Can't wait to hear what you think! Your body is not the problem!

Children can start being aware of their body as young as three years old. Most of us can remember comparing our bodies and feeling insecure as young as ten years old. Body Happy Organization works to help children and young people celebrate, respect and accept all bodies - especially their own. Molly and her team work to stop poor body image from ever starting in the first place! This episode is for anyone and everyone who has younger humans in their life. We all play a role (alongside society, social media, tv, etc.) in the body image of those around us. Molly shares realistic and doable mindset shifts and actions we can take as the adult to support the younger humans around us.  Today we chat about: What a parent should do if their child comes to them saying that they want to be healthy or go on a diet How social media imacts the body image of younger humans How to approach family members who make comments on your childrens body (even if they're positive/well-intentioned) How to know what is the right amount of exercise and how to help them fuel without it being diety And so much more! Molly has released two amazing books! For the Parents - Body Happy Kids For Children 9+ - Every Body   Connect with Molly and Body Happy Org on Instagram: @mollyjforbes @bodyhappyorg   Email: [email protected] We can't wait to hear what you think of today's episode! Please feel free to tag us on Instagram when you listen and you're more than welcome to reach out to us with questions!      

I saw this meme the other day: "I hate when I leave the house in my Idgaf clothes and then I start to gaf." And so I wanted to share some mindset shifts and reminders for when this happens to you! Let me know what you think of today's episode by DM'ing me on Instagram @_leahtang Your body is not the problem!

I used to say I needed to lose weight and I've heard so many others use the same wording and so I wanted to share a mindset shift that will support your body image when it comes to thinking you need to lose weight!  Your body is not the problem!

There are two sentences, comprised of 7 words to respond with INSTEAD of congratulating weight loss. Boring, try something else. Been there, done that and it doesn't actually feel good or help. Instead, I share with you two super simple sentences you won't forget for the next time you're in a conversation where someone is discussing how a body has changed. Your body is not the problem!

You've been hired as a lawyer and it's time for you to find the proof! What proof? Proof that your body (and isecurities) are not the problem!  Can't wait to hear what you think of this episode! Your body is not the problem!

One of the things I love to recommend to those who don't enjoy movement is to try a sport that you don't have bad memories of!  So today, I wanted to share with you tips for taking care of your body image when trying new sports! Your body is not the problem!

I hope you enjoy today's story and that it is a helpful reminder for you! Your body is not the problem!

August 7th marks Your Body Is Not The Problem Podcasts' 2nd birthday! Thank you so much for all of your support over the last two years! This podcast wouldn't be anything without you. Forever grateful to have you as a friend and to be able to support you on your body image journey! Your body is not the problem!

Graeme and I were in St. Paul for 4 days and I brought you along on my eating adventures!  Would love to hear what your thoughts are! Your body is not the problem!

Graeme and I are going on our frist work trip with Nextera this week and I wanted to share with you some mindset shifts and reminders in case you find yourself people pleasing with food when traveling! Your body is not the problem!

I've been reading a lot lately and was surprised when the two books I read for their body positive content wasn't actually very body positive and when two other books had some great unplanned body positive content! Today I share with you what books they are, what they did/said and my thoughts! Books in order: Curves For Days by Laura Moher The Plus One Pact by Portia Macintosh Murder, She Sold by Ray Riley Redeeming 6 by Chloe Walsh Your body is not the problem!

If you ask silly questions, you're likely to get silly answers that aren't helpful because you haven't actually communicated what you need and set your expectations for what the answers will do for you! It's time to have a conversation with whomever you live with or best friend so that they can actually be helpful and to prevent arguments or you feeling worse after asking the question! Your body is not the problem!

A viral tiktok came across my FYP that said "Hating your body, but eating is your comfort" and there were a lot of things I could unpack about that one sentence. Today, I share with you my thoughts on how that thought can lead us to different actions and the answers that I think are right in front of our faces sometimes. Can't wait to hear what you think! Feel free to DM me on IG @_leahtang or email me [email protected] Your body is not the problem!

Your cellulite is NOT cottage cheese. It doesn't even look like it. It looks like CELLULITE!  Today, I share my thoughts on a tiktok Drew Barrymore shared that had great intentions (I think) but I wanted to share my thoughts on it in case you saw it and didn't find it helpful. Please reach out and let me know what your takeaways were from her video! Feel free to DM me on IG @_leahtang or email [email protected] Your body is not the problem!

Our parents can play a HUGE role in our body image and today we get to learn from Ben, a trauma coach who focuses a lot of his work on childhood trauma/narcissistic parents. We discuss: Wanting validation from our parents Why it's helpful to know whether or not our struggles came from childhood/were traumatic What types of childhood trauma can lead to poor body image What a dog whistle insult is And SO much more!  We can't wait to hear your takeaways from today's episode. Please feel free to tag us on IG @Bencoleedwards and @_leahtang or feel free to DM us! Here is the link to Ben's TikTok: @bencoleedwards Check out his offers here!!! Your body is not the problem!

Today I share with you an Ah-ha moment I had when I was reflecting on the time that I binge ate back in 2018. I hope this episode is helpful and I look forward to hearing your thoughts! Your body is not the problem!

63 comments on body image!!! I don't cover all of them in today's episode, because you should read the novel if you're interested but Mile High by Liz Tomforde had some great body image content! Let me know if you decide to read it and what your thoughts are! I forgot to mention that I rated the novel a 3.9/5! It would have been higher but there was a trope that I don't enjoy. Your body is not the problem! Here's some links to purchase it: (NOT SPONSORED OR AN AD) Purchase on Amazon Purchase from Barnes & Noble Purchase from BAM

I'll be back here with new and fun episodes on June 3, 2024! In the meantime, here are some episodes you can get caught up on! If you're new here: How to reset on bad body image days - Apple Podcast How to reset on bad body image days - Spotify A simple method to help you choose what to eat - Apple Podcast A simple method to help you choose what to eat - Spotify Lose the weight in 30 days - Apple podcast Lose the weight in 30 days - Spotify   Veteran listener: Your body is not the problem, fat phobia is: With Jess Fry - Apple Podcast Your body is not the problem, fat phobia is: With Jess Fry - Spotify Saying 'it is what it is' is not acceptance - Apple Podcast Saying 'it is what it is' is not acceptance - Spotify Fear less, eat more: With Marc David - Apple Podcast Fear less, eat more: With Marc David - Spotify   If you have any questions, comments, concerns, requests, etc. please email me at [email protected] Your body is not the problem!

If you've ever judged someone and assumed they were a mean girl before interacting with them or if someone has ever assumed that about you, this episode is for you! Your body and theirs is not the problem!   https://therepproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/2022AllBodies_FatWomenInHollywood_Report_V2_TypoFixed.pdf

STOP LETTING YOUR BODY IMAGE DECIDE WHETHER OR NOT YOU WORKOUT! Ah, there, I said it! Today I share with you why you shouldn't let your body image decide whether or not you workout and share with you questions to ask yourself so that your BODY can decide! Can't wait to hear what you think of today's episode! Your body is not the problem!

This is an episode you're going to want to listen to multiple times! Today I had the honor of chatting with Stephanie Mara Fox! We dive into: What is Somatic Eating and how is it different from Intuitive Eating Understanding bloating and how to approach it How to work on reducing stress when chronically stressed Ways to make your body feel safe And so much more!  To connect and work with Stephanie Mara Fox: https://www.stephaniemara.com https://www.somaticeating.com The Enteric Nervous System and Body Psychotherapy: Cultivating a Relationship with the Gut Brain Stephanie Pollock, MA Book A Free Consult Call Satiated Podcast Instagram Facebook Linkedin Please feel free to tag us or send us any questions you have on Instagram!  Your body is not the problem!

I had some new thoughts that I wanted to share with you to help you feel more comfortable wearing a bikini and or any bathing suit this year! Your body is not the problem! Here are the other episodes that I mentioned: I discussed bikini shopping with special guest: Jennifer Kruse Be Bikini Ready All Year Long  

I heard it in a podcast I think from Andrew Huberman and it clicked in my brain when I related the information I learned to body image and so I wanted to share the information with you! I also share the books I've read so far this year AND some crazy (And disgusting) tea (gossip)! Your body is not the problem!

Something I've been thinking about a lot lately as I chat with so many of you about your definition of healthy, is what does actually make food healthy? Is it what research says the food's benefits are? OR is it what happens to your body when you eat it?  Can't wait to hear you opinions on this! Your body is not the problem!

Let's have a chat about Chelsea from Love is Blind and three other forms of media that I consumed in the last week that could impact someone's body image!   Can't wait to hear your thoughts! Your body is not the problem!

Today, I am joined by the Founder and Primary Teacher at The Institute For The Psychology Of Eating, Marc David. We discuss: Why it's important to stop fearing weight gain and how to stop fearing it Why eating more food does not always equal more weight Where the line between respecting your body vs. food freedom is How our relationship with our mother can track our relationship with food and body And so much more! This episode is one that you will want to share with your friends and save so you can relisten when you need certain reminders!  Get to know Marc David: Marc David, M.A., is the Founder and Primary Teacher of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating. He is the leading visionary behind the fascinating field of Eating Psychology, and the author of the bestselling books, Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet, which have been translated into more than a dozen languages. Marc holds a range of qualifications, including an M.A. of Psychology and a B.S. of Biology, and has participated in several Clinical Mind-Body Medicine programs, all of which have shaped his groundbreaking approach to food, body, and nutrition. How to connect + work with Marc: The Emotional Eating Breakthrough Program Transform Your Relationship With Food Program The Coach Certification I Just Completed - Highly Recommend! The Psychology Of Eating Podcast Free eBook Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Your body is not the problem!

Don't worry, nothing is TMI for us! Today, Consciously Cait joins us to teach us so much about our menstrual cycle that we maybe didn't learn at school and how it can play a role in our body image journey! We discuss: What is a Menstrual Cycle How each phase of the menstrual cycle can impact our body image How does our cycle impact our body image if we're on hormonal birth control Tips for reducing period pain How to connect with your body more when you don't have a period due to an IUD A new way to think about your period What Cait wishes all menstruaters knew about their cycle Be sure to share this with any menstruaters in your life!  We can't wait to hear what you think about this episode! Please feel free to tag us on social media when you're listening and here's how you can connect with Cait: Freebies + Working With Cait Follow Cait On Tiktok Follow Cait On Instagram! Your body is not the problem!