Millennial Body Image Project

Dana Monsees & Cristina Hoyt
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Millennial Body Image Project
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Raise your hand if your body image has been personally victimized by almond moms, wellness culture, or the rise of ozempic. You’re not alone - it’s in our DNA as millennials; we’re here to flip the script. Welcome to the Millennial Body Image Project, where we empower you with the tools to dismantle wellness culture, challenge weight stigma, and discuss the intersectional systems shaping the way we view our bodies. Because your body is not a problem to be fixed. Cristina Hoyt, MS CNS LDN and Dana Monsees, MS CNS LDN are on a mission to call out harmful messaging, discern fact from fiction, and ultimately guide you through the messiness of body image, how it impacts your health and your relationship with food.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Navigating Diet Talk at Holiday Events

    We’re diving into how to navigate diet talk during the holidays! With Thanksgiving and the December holidays coming up, conversations around diet and body image can be triggering and pervasive. This episode offers tips and scripts for responding to diet talk, creating boundaries, and protecting your mental health. Whether you choose to engage or step away, we've got practical advice and a downloadable PDF guide to help you handle these situations with confidence - or avoidance! Check out the guide here - https://www.patreon.com/posts/116323307/ Don’t miss the rest of the series: Body Image SOS Setting Holiday Boundaries for a Peaceful Season - Nov. 24 Taking the Stress Out of Holiday Fitness Routines (exclusively on Patreon) - Nov. 29 …and even more episodes coming in December! Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition

    23 min

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    Holiday Body Image SOS

    On today's episode, we’re kicking off our holiday food and body image support series! Join us as we discuss how the holiday season can amplify body image struggles - and what we can do about it. In this series you’ll learn how to reframe your mindset, set boundaries, and ensure you can enjoy the holiday season without letting body image issues disqualify you from the joy and connection that this time of year brings. Grab the PDF resource we mentioned in today's episode here! Don’t miss the rest of the series: Navigating Diet Talk at Holiday Events (exclusively on Patreon) - Nov. 22 Setting Holiday Boundaries for a Peaceful Season - Nov. 24 Taking the Stress Out of Holiday Fitness Routines (exclusively on Patreon) - Nov. 29 …and even more episodes coming in December!  Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject  @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition Reminder: the last episode of every month is available exclusively in our Patreon community and for Apple Podcasts bonus episode subscribers. Check it out here - patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject

    42 min

  3. NOV 13

    WTF is cortisol face??

    “You’re not ugly, you just have cortisol face”...so let’s get into it and debunk this madness. Today we’re unraveling the TikTok trend of 'Cortisol Face'. We break down what cortisol is, how stress affects our bodies, and why quick fixes like supplements and viral health hacks won't solve the problem. You’ll hear practical advice on processing stress, what works vs. what doesn’t work (hello apple cider vinegar), and explore the use of therapeutic tools in processing stress and inflammation.  Resources mentioned: Are you addicted to cortisol? Body image healing through somatic experiencing and IFS with Meg Doll Somatic exercise: helpful, or harmful? The functional medicine pipeline Book: Anchored, by Deb Dana Book: Burnout, by Emily and Amelia Nagoski  Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject  @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition Reminder: the last episode of every month is available exclusively in our Patreon community and for Apple Podcasts bonus episode subscribers. Check it out here - patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject

    44 min

  4. NOV 6

    Morals on a Plate: How the rise of Functional Medicine Shaped Body Image

    How did “nothing tastes as good as skinny feels” become “you are what you eat”, “food is medicine”, and a moral obligation to be healthy? In this episode we’re exploring the evolution of functional medicine and the influence of celebrity doctors from the early 2000s to the 2010s. We discuss the rise of food morality, the concept 'you are what you eat,' and the impact of documentaries like 'Supersize Me,' and the emergence of orthorexia. We also examine societal shifts in body image and health perceptions, highlighting the issues with the influencer-driven diet culture and the complicated relationship millennials have with food and body image.  Resources mentioned: Navigating body image struggles in the Ozempic Era The functional medicine pipeline Is it healthy? Or is it healthism?  Lemme fact check that: debunking natural GLP-1 and gut health trends Lab testing 101 Bonus episode: Is weight a symptom? Chronic symptom management: the Whole-Hearted Eating Way Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject  @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition Reminder: the last episode of every month is available exclusively in our Patreon community and for Apple Podcasts bonus episode subscribers. Check it out here - patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject

    38 min

  5. OCT 30 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Navigating body image struggles in the Ozempic Era

    In this episode, we dive into a casual but important chat about the Ozempic craze and how it's impacting everyone's thoughts on body image. We discuss how social media influencers, celebrities, and even doctors are pushing these weight loss trends, making it hard to love your body as it is - as if that wasn’t hard enough already! We also touch on the ethics of influencers not disclosing their use of weight loss meds and the struggles of dealing with body image in a world obsessed with quick fixes. Join us for a real conversation that validates your feelings and encourages embracing body autonomy.

    34 min

  6. OCT 23

    From Pop Princesses to Pinterest: the origins of Millennial body image struggles, with Pam Gocobachi

    In this episode, we sit down with pop culture and entertainment journalist Pamela Gocobachi to explore the intricate web of body image influences that have shaped millennials. We delve into iconic moments from the '90s heroin chic era to the rise of social media, discussing how these cultural touchpoints have contributed to our collective psyche. Pam shares her invaluable insights on the pressures and expectations set by pop culture, the impact of celebrity diets, and the evolution of beauty standards. Tune in as we unravel the complex narrative of body image, humor, trauma, and empowerment. Find Pam: Twitter/Instagram/Threads: @pamelagocobachi TikTok: @_pamelag Podcast - #Millennial: millennialshow.com What The Hype: whatthehypepodcast.com Pamela is an entertainment journalist and podcast host based out of the San Francisco Bay Area. Over the course of her career, she has written for Billboard, Entertainment Weekly, E!'s People's Choice Awards, and more. Currently, you can catch her breaking down all aspects of pop culture on the podcasts #Millennial and What The Hype?! Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject  @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition Reminder: the last episode of every month is available exclusively in our Patreon community and for apple podcasts subscribers - check it out at patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject

    46 min

  7. OCT 16

    Your body is not a report card

    In this episode, we dive deep into the idea that 'your body is not a report card.' This topic is inspired by a bonus episode we did on Patreon over the summer called “How do you make peace with weight gain?” that really hit home for a lot of people. Today, we discuss how societal norms and ingrained cultural messages have led many to view their bodies as a reflection of their worth and value. We’ll dive into the harmful implications of this mindset, the impact of fat phobia, discrimination, and the importance of taking morality out of body image conversations. We also explore strategies to help you cultivate body neutrality and protect your mental health in a judgmental world. More on this topic: Bonus: How do you make peace with weight gain? Bonus: Is weight a symptom?  Bonus: What if i don’t want to exercise? 304: Natural ozempic - does it exist?  252: The Body Liberation Project, with Chrissy King You CAN sit with us community Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject  @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition

    34 min

  8. OCT 9

    The Millennial Body Image Project

    In the inaugural episode of The Millennial Body Image Project, hosts Dana and Cristina dive into the unique body image challenges faced by millennials. In today’s episode you’ll learn about the inspiration behind the rebrand, the significance of body image in shaping our relationship with food, and what to expect in upcoming episodes including discussions on nutrition, pop culture influences, and the intersectional systems affecting body image. We’re excited to welcome you to this community to start reshaping the narrative around body image and creating a safe, inclusive space for everyone. At the end of the episode, we do a little “get to know your hosts” segment! Want more Millennial Body Image Project? Join the You Can Sit with Us Community over on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, access to the final episode of each month, additional resources every month to build off the recommendations and topics in our episodes, and a safe space to discuss your burning body image questions.  Resources mentioned: Why millennials can’t love their bodies How do you make peace with weight gain? You CAN sit with us community Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject  @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition

    30 min
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Raise your hand if your body image has been personally victimized by almond moms, wellness culture, or the rise of ozempic. You’re not alone - it’s in our DNA as millennials; we’re here to flip the script. Welcome to the Millennial Body Image Project, where we empower you with the tools to dismantle wellness culture, challenge weight stigma, and discuss the intersectional systems shaping the way we view our bodies. Because your body is not a problem to be fixed. Cristina Hoyt, MS CNS LDN and Dana Monsees, MS CNS LDN are on a mission to call out harmful messaging, discern fact from fiction, and ultimately guide you through the messiness of body image, how it impacts your health and your relationship with food.

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  • Creator
    Dana Monsees & Cristina Hoyt
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    122
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Millennial Body Image Project
  • Provider
    Dana Monsees

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