Episode #013: Navigating Family Holiday Gatherings: Fending Off Unsolicited Diet Tips (& other comments)
As the holidays quickly approach, those of us with plus-size bodies sometimes find that this joyous season can be marred by unsolicited comments about our bodies and uninvited diet tips from well-meaning family members.
In today’s episode, I chat about family holiday gatherings and the anti-fat bias that often comes with them. I’ll be sharing some tips and strategies to help you practice self-care and gracefully respond to those unwanted remarks.
Pick up Holiday Diet Talk, Body Comments & Food Policing Responses here: https://www.plussizeconfidence.com/holiday (the resource includes 30 responses you can use to put a stop to the unwanted comments)
Timestamps:
[00:00:00] – Anti-fat bias during holidays: unsolicited advice, comments.
[00:01:05] – How anti-fat bias shows up during Holiday family gatherings.
[00:04:27] – Preparation strategies to help you prepare mentally & emotionally.
[00:05:58] – A few example responses you can use to stop the unwanted comments.
[00:08:24] – Ways to protect your energy during these Holida gatherings with family.
Fairy Dust & Body-Positive Vibes,
The Body Positive Fairy Godmother Tish