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Life Bliss Wellness is a holistic self-care approach for black women that focuses on spirituality, sensuality, joy, and relaxation. It challenges mainstream wellness narratives and addresses the unique needs of black women. By embracing femininity and pleasure without guilt, women can break free from societal …
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In this enlightening episode, host Holly Toscanini delves into the pervasive issue of unwanted body comments and provides actionable strategies for setting boundaries, maintaining self-respect, and reclaiming your narrative. What’s your dieting personality quiz? Click here to schedule your free coaching call. Key Takeaways
In today’s episode of “Say When!” we take a deep dive into the fascinating evolution of society’s definition of the “perfect body.” From ancient Greece’s muscle-bound gods to today’s broader acceptance of diverse body shapes, we explore how cultural shifts have shaped—and are still shaping—our …
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In today’s revealing episode, Holly Toscanini takes you behind the scenes of her holistic approach to health and well-being, which transcends mere physicality. As your trusted guide, she invites you into her world of intuitive eating, mindset management, emotional well-being, and spiritual connection. This episode …
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Holly Toscanini tackles that nagging worry lurking in the back of every woman’s mind when contemplating ditching diets for good—”But what if I gain weight?” She dives into the empowering framework of Intuitive Eating, where you’ll learn to reclaim your body’s natural intelligence to guide your food choices and find weight stability. And hey, while we’re at it, let’s give that ‘Thin Ideal’ a good shake-up, shall we? Holly also urges you to reframe your perception of control when it comes to your body, teaching you to tune into your own hunger and fullness cues. So, get ready for a soul-soothing, perspective-shifting episode that emphasizes the practice of self-compassion, body neutrality, and the crucial understanding that your weight is not your worth!
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In today’s illuminating episode, Holly Toscanini dives deep into the pervasive, damaging beauty standards that have led to an epidemic of negative self-talk and body dissatisfaction. And guess what? It’s high time we put a full stop to this! Holly guides you through the process of flipping the script—of taking control of the conversations that usually spiral into appearance-based judgments. Armed with the tools of self-compassion, body acceptance, and a non-diet approach to health, you’ll learn how to cultivate not just a healthier relationship with your body but a more nourishing mental landscape as well. So, whether you’re seeking strategies to redirect body-focused conversations or looking to amplify your mental well-being, this episode is your blueprint.
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In this insightful episode of ‘Say When,’ Holly Toscanini invites you to reframe your entire understanding of exercise through the liberating lens of non-diet self-care. The focus here isn’t about sculpting the ‘perfect’ body—no, this conversation is about embracing movement as a joyful act of self-respect, love, and holistic well-being.
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Are you tired of the endless cycle of dieting and body dissatisfaction? This episode is your invitation to a transformative journey toward self-empowerment and bodily confidence—no diets required. Through the lens of embodiment, we discuss how you can rekindle a harmonious relationship with your own body and boost your overall well-being.
When I decided to walk away from diet culture, my mindset was wrapped up in the idea that I needed to fix myself plus I had all these thoughts that I wasn’t good enough the way that I was.
The root cause of my problem was my unwillingness to acknowledge and feel all my feelings, especially the ones that made me uncomfortable. I had this fantasy that I absolutely believed in that once my problem (weight loss) was solved, everything aspect of my life would be perfect and I wouldn’t ever have to deal with my negative emotions.
Wanna know how to start recovering from chronic dieting?
First, you have to recognize your diet mindset and how it shows up in your life and decide to walk away from diet culture.
Second, learn about intuitive eating, and adopt a more neutral attitude about your body.
Next, introduce mindfulness to help you stay in the present moment instead of constantly thinking about the past or worrying about the future.
Then, start practicing self-compassion and curiosity instead of judgment.
