Sometimes a scroll through social media can spark more than just comparison, it can shake your sense of safety in recovery. In this episode on One Body to Love, I share a personal story about unfollowing a business account I genuinely admired, and why that boundary was necessary for my healing. If you’ve ever felt sucker-punched by weight loss content or questioned whether you were “overreacting,” this conversation will remind you: your peace is reason enough. We explore the fine line between celebration and harm, how social media subtly shapes body image, and what it truly means to “feel like yourself” again, at any size.

In this episode, you will hear:
03:04 - Boundary setting isn’t judgment, it’s self-care
06:20 - Social media as a highlight reel, and silent comparison
08:37 - Ads, air quotes, and how diet culture disguises itself as wellness
10:51 - Why even “positive” content doesn’t always protect your peace
14:31 - What success looks like beyond the scale
17:27 - When weight loss silenced my voice and stole my presence
I want you to know, it's okay to feel what you feel. You don’t need to explain or justify your boundaries. Choosing what supports your healing is not selfish, it’s wise and it’s necessary.

I'd love to hear what came up for you while listening. Send me a message on Instagram and share what resonated. And if you're ready to take the next step in your healing, Food Freedom in a Weekend is a gentle place to start. You'll learn how to tune out the noise and tune back into your own body, one step at a time. And if you’re looking for deeper support, the One Body to Love program is here to guide you through lasting transformation, with weekly coaching, community, and a process that actually honors your lived experience.

Until next time, be kind to yourself. You don’t have to justify your boundaries, your needs, or your healing. You are allowed to feel like yourself. exactly as you are.
Food Freedom in a Weekend
https://meredith-mackenzie.mykajabi.com/food-freedom-weekend
Research article mentioned: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10363994/
One Body to Love 10-Week Intuitive Eating Program
https://meredithmackenzie.ca/intuitive-eating-program

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