“Fat” Is Not A Feeling
"I feel fat." It’s a phrase I hear often as an eating disorder therapist—but fat isn’t a feeling. In this post, we explore what’s really behind those words, why it's important to expand our emotional language, and how shifting the narrative can support healing and body acceptance.
A Therapist’s Insights on Body Image: Healing Beyond Appearance
Body image struggles run deeper than appearance—they reflect how we feel about ourselves, our worth, and our place in the world. In this therapist’s reflection, explore how cultural narratives, emotional needs, and somatic healing intersect in body image work, and how reconnecting with the body through compassion can lead to powerful shifts.