Body Image
The belief that our worth is tied to our appearance or health can be deeply damaging. Many of us are taught that being “unhealthy” or having a body type outside of the “norm” is a personal failure. In reality, the myth of “good”/”bad” foods, perfectionism, and fatphobia are rooted in racism, ableism, and white supremacy and have been tools of oppression for generations. Common responses to this form of oppression include shame, anxiety, depression, difficult relationships with food and eating, social isolation, and low sense of self-worth. In our sessions, we can explore the effects of cultural, societal, and familial messages around body image and work towards embodying self-love and self-acceptance.