302-‘Tis the Season (to smash down diet culture) with Unyime Oguta
'Tis the season to smash down diet culture... and if we want that, we need to understand the roots of the holiday season so that we can smash down the roots of oppression.
"Indulgence” is rooted in diet culture – it makes you feel bad for enjoying holiday foods and it sets you up for eating out of control. It is a stepping stone on the path to binging because this mentality towards food is tied up in your self-worth and body image.
What you'll learn listening to this episode on 'tis the season (to smash down diet culture):
- The origin of the holiday season & how it became commercialized
- How holiday norms perpetuate patriarchal ideals
- Why holiday “indulgence” is harmful to your self-worth
- How to bring awareness to diet culture during the holidays
Mentioned in the show:
Rebellious Eating Solution Masterclass