90s Toxic Diet Culture/ Disordered Eating: Anger & Healing ♡- Lora's Lounge Ep. #6

Lora's Lounge

Welcome back to Lora's Lounge, where we're no strangers to deep and meaningful conversations. Just like me, you might still carry the scars from the toxic 90s diet & tabloid cultures that manipulated our relationship with food, body image, and mental health. In this episode, I open up about my personal past struggles with body dysmorphia and disordered eating, a poignant reminder that the pursuit of perfection is a futile endeavor. We'll talk about the transition from the 90s 'heroin chic' look to today's unattainable, surgically-enhanced figures, and how things have changed (and how they haven't). As we look at society's relentless pressure to conform, we also celebrate the beauty of body diversity and the importance of recognizing our unique individuality. I was in my feelings about growing up in the 90s and what it did to my brain, and I wanted to speak on it because I've met countless women who have felt the exact same things. This stuff should be talked about more because you never know who may be listening or whose life you may touch by sharing your journey. Thank y'all for being here! Let's make a great day and keep striving to be our best selves.
Here are a few resources for anyone out there who may be dealing with disordered eating of any kind:
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) - NEDA is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders. Their website offers a wealth of information, resources, helpline numbers, and a community forum.
*Website: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders) - ANAD provides support, resources, and treatment referrals for individuals dealing with eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.
*Website: https://anad.org/
Eating Disorders Hope - This website offers articles, blogs, treatment options, and recovery stories related to various eating disorders. It aims to provide hope and information to those seeking help.
*Website: https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/
🔗BOOK RECOMMENDATION LINKS🔗
📘"Life Without Ed" by Jenni Schaefer - This book offers a personal account of the author's journey through anorexia and bulimia and provides practical advice for overcoming the "Ed" voice (representing the eating disorder) in your head.📘
https://amzn.to/3OAZGGj
📕"Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch - This book provides a comprehensive guide to rebuilding a healthy relationship with food by focusing on intuitive eating principles, rather than rigid diets or rules.📕
https://amzn.to/3qDqSMv
📗"8 Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorder" by Carolyn Costin - Written by a therapist specializing in eating disorder treatment, this book provides practical strategies and insights for navigating the recovery process.📗
https://amzn.to/4473HYF
📔"Brave Girl Eating" by Harriet Brown - Written by a mother whose daughter struggled with anorexia, this book offers insights into the challenges families face when dealing with eating disorders and explores the complex emotional aspects of recovery. 📔
https://amzn.to/45ds3Bu
📓"The Rules of "Normal" Eating" by Karen R. Koenig - This book offers practical advice and insights for developing a healthier relationship with food and breaking free from disordered eating patterns.📓
https://amzn.to/3OXVbqA
(Please note that some of the book links in the description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through those links, but it won't cost you anything extra ♡.)

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