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Anne Poirier is a nationally recognized body image expert, certified intuitive eating counselor, and author of The Body Joyful, where she traces her own path from self-loathing to self-acceptance. She’s also a pioneer in the body neutrality movement – a middle ground that’s often misunderstood but, as this conversation shows, might be exactly what so many of us need in midlife.
Transcript available for those who like to read, not listen!
Highlights
01:39 – How Anne’s eating disorder started in 7th grade gym class
05:42 – Working in fitness while struggling with her own body image
07:28 – The cultural pendulum swinging back toward thinness
10:39 – How she quieted her own food noise without medication
14:31 – Why perimenopause can also trigger eating disorders
15:45 – Body positivity’s origins vs. body neutrality
17:34 – Exhausting wellness trends: protein, heavy lifting, vibration plates
20:52 – Listening to her body instead of outside rules
25:15 – Why she refuses to weigh herself
27:00 – Where to begin
28:47 – Your body as “the vessel you get to experience your life in”
Connect with Anne Poirier
Books: The Body Joyful, Not a Fat Annie, The Body Neutrality Playbook
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Disclaimer
This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your treatment, supplements, or lifestyle.
