Body image has been a hot topic for me my whole life because it has been a struggle for me my whole life. Working in the fitness industry for 16 years made me hyper-aware of how every woman battles her own body at some point in her life – sometimes for her entire life. Having worked with thousands of women, I can tell you that a woman who weighs 125 pounds often has then same insecurities as a woman who weighs 225 pounds.  Our insecurities are universal because they are programmed into us from a ridiculously young age.  Today I’m going to talk you through 5 ways to start deprogramming the lies you tell yourself about your body so you can start healing the relationship you have with the body that has served you well your whole life.  I’m going to give you a lot of information and a lot of resources, so take notes!  Then go follow these Badass Body Positivity Babes on Instagram: Sonya Renee Taylor: @sonyareneetaylor (author of This Body Is Not An Apology) Chrissy Metz: @chrissymetz (Kate from This Is Us) Mirna Valerio: @themirnavator (runner, writer, speaker) Jessamyn Stanley: @mynameisjessamyn (athlete) Danielle Brooks: @daniebb3 (Tasty from Orange is the New Black) Alizabeth Swaim: @curvyhipsandtintedlips Ashley Graham: @ashleygraham (model) Corissa Enneking: @fatgirlflow Mary Lambert: @marylambertsing (singer/songwriter with Macklemore) Keala Settle: @kealasettle (the bearded lady in The Greatest Showman) Jes Baker: @themilitantbaker (author, speaker, blogger) Erin Brown: @iamerinbrown (author, speaker, activist) Additional Links Mentioned: SMA Episode 19: No, I didn’t lose my baby weight Thank you to our sponsors: Canidae: We talk about families, and your pet is an important part of your family and they deserve the best. Go to Canidae to try CANIDAE for free by requesting a free sample and get other special offers! Canvas People: To get a FREE 11x14 canvas print (just pay shipping) of any of your photos, go to Canvas People and use the code SHAMELESS at checkout.