Breaking Down Diet Culture: A Chat with Fiona Sutherland
We've grown up in a world that's encouraged us to fix our bodies and to do things to our bodies, as opposed to be alongside our bodies.
Ever felt overwhelmed by the endless rules about what you 'should' be eating? In this episode of Soul Sessions, Jodie Gale sits down with Fiona Sutherland, also known as The Mindful Dietitian, to tackle the confusing and often toxic world of diet culture. Fiona opens up about her own struggles with body image and how diet culture has been misleading women for generations.
They chat about the black-and-white thinking that labels food as 'good' or 'bad', the fear of carbs, and the pressure to follow strict food rules. Fiona and Jodie dive into how these issues can lead to binge eating and a troubled relationship with food. But it's not all doom and gloom; they also discuss ways to heal through intuitive eating, self-compassion, and trauma-informed yoga.
If you're tired of feeling lost in the maze of diet advice, this episode offers a refreshing perspective and practical tips for reconnecting with your body, mind, and soul.