Stephan Neff
Stephan Neff
372 Rachel Lavin - The Doughnut Diaries: The Long Road of Learning to Love Yourself
372 Rachel Lavin - The Doughnut Diaries: The Long Road of Learning to Love Yourself
372 Rachel Lavin - The Doughnut Diaries: The Long Road of Learning to Love Yourself
Thursday 6th July 2023
Rachel Lavin discusses her journey of body acceptance, advocating for breaking free from diet culture and embracing self-love.
45 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Rachel shares her experiences with body shaming and non-conformity, shedding light on the intergenerational impact of guidance or lack thereof.
- Her transformation from a hyper-aware child to a personal trainer showcases her journey towards self-love and empowerment.
- Rachel advocates for trusting our bodies and dismantling the diet industry.
- She emphasises the importance of functional movement and the gentle approach to starting a healing journey.
- Rachel's message of hope and resilience resonates with anyone striving for self-acceptance and well-being.
I hope the takeaway was that you know now that you're never alone, that you weren't alone and you never will be.
Ever felt trapped by societal expectations about your body? Rachel Lavin knows that feeling all too well. In this heartfelt episode, Rachel, the author of 'The Doughnut Diaries', opens up to Stephan Neff about her lifelong battle with body image and diet culture. Growing up, Rachel faced constant pressures to conform to unrealistic standards, leading her down a path of restrictive diets and self-sabotage. But hitting rock bottom was just the beginning of her transformation.
Now a certified health coach and personal trainer, Rachel shares how she reclaimed her power and started to truly love herself. Her journey is a testament to resilience and the importance of self-acceptance. Rachel’s story is filled with raw honesty, touching on the impact of body shaming and the intergenerational messages that shape our self-perception. She advocates for trusting our bodies and moving away from the toxic diet industry.
This episode is not just about overcoming personal struggles; it’s a call to embrace functional movement and a gentle approach to healing. Whether you're grappling with body image issues or looking for inspiration to start your own journey towards self-love, Rachel's message will resonate deeply.