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Body Truth with Katelyn Parsons

Body Truth with Katelyn Parsons

By Katelyn Parsons

Cozy up and join me in the quest for creating a more thoughtful & enriched life. In every episode, you’ll hear inspiring stories, explorative conversations, & advice from experts in creative living, intuitive eating, psychology, body image, style, entertainment, & more.
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Episode 091: Breaking Bipolar + Eating Disorder Myths With Ayanna Bates

Body Truth with Katelyn ParsonsNov 23, 2021

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Episode 129: Thriving as a Multi-Passionate Creative with D’Ana Joi

Episode 129: Thriving as a Multi-Passionate Creative with D’Ana Joi

D'Ana Joi, is a coach for multi-passionates and host of the Multi-Passionate Mastery Podcast. She believes having many passions is a gift, not a burden, and is on a mission to rewrite the narrative around “choosing one thing” being the only path to success.

Through her signature group coaching program, podcast, and content, Joi teaches creatives from all walks of life how to create clear priorities and bring their ideas to life on a completely stress-free timeline.

Click HERE for the complete show notes + podcast transcript!

In this conversation we talk about:

  • Joi’s personal body image story- navigating conflicting messages around her body & how she created her own self-acceptance.
  • Deciding to leverage her many passions, rather than looking at them as a burden.
  • Her signature 3-part Focus Framework and how Human Design has played a role in her success.
  • Joi’s experience hitting burnout, what she learned through the process, and how she’s shifted.
  • Decision-making & how we can each build this skill more effectively.
  • Deciphering social conditioning vs. what works best for you, when it comes to a work schedule.
  • What it means to “date your ideas” and why it’s so valuable for multi-passionate people.
  • Joi’s relationship with her body now and how her foundational self-beliefs transfer into the work she does today.

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Nov 15, 202201:14:40
Episode 128: Modeling, Influencing, & Creating an Inclusive Fashion Line with Gia Sinatra

Episode 128: Modeling, Influencing, & Creating an Inclusive Fashion Line with Gia Sinatra

Gia Sinatra has worked for over a decade in the beauty & entertainment industry as a hairstylist. She started modeling in 2018 and her passion for plus-size representation inspired her to grow her influence, & the creation of her own clothing brand. In March 2022 she launched Gia IRL, for women sizes 12 and up. Gia IRL came from the frustration of not being able to find the clothes she wanted in her size and she knew so many other women shared her frustrations.

Click HERE for the full show notes + transcription!

Pssst! Have you grabbed your free Body Acceptance Starter Kit? Here's the link!

In this conversation we talk about:

  • Gia's personal body image story- her experience feeling different in her body growing up, how she used her personality to compensate, & the impacts of dieting from an early age.
  • Moving to LA at the height of the "skinny" era in Hollywood & how it impacted her personal relationship with food + body image.
  • Behind the scenes of modeling + influencing- how Gia broke into the industry, created her own success, & began healing her own body image in the process.
  • Gia's advice for navigating tough feedback, negative body image days, and self-doubt.
  • The idea for her fashion brand Gia IRL, how she brought this business concept to life, & what she's learned being on the other side of the casting table for photoshoots.
  • Success tip's for breaking into the modeling + influencing the industry.
  • Why representation is crucial within fashion + media and Gia's personal passion for creating change.

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Nov 01, 202201:04:46
Episode 127: All of Your Hormone Questions ANSWERED with Lauren Papanos

Episode 127: All of Your Hormone Questions ANSWERED with Lauren Papanos

In this episode we sit down with...Lauren Papanos

Lauren Papanos is a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics who helps women balance their hormones naturally after birth control, put an end to PMS, and eat for strength - rather than deprivation - so they can feel like queens, inside & out. In her clinical work with Olympic athletes and overseeing sports departments at UCLA and Texas Tech, Lauren kept running into active, high-achieving women who were dealing with a host of hormonal conditions including stubborn acne, PCOS, Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (missing periods), and low energy. As a lifelong gymnast and top-tier college cheerleader, Lauren knows the hormonal struggle first-hand. She tried every allopathic and integrative doctor and ultimately became a functional RD so she can help active women tap into their strength - physical, mental, & emotional - to access their highest potential in life.

Click HERE for all of the show notes!

Pssst...Don't forget to download your free Body Acceptance Starter Kit. Grab it HERE.

In this conversation we talk about:

  • Lauren’s personal body image story: growing up a competitive cheerleader, how the pressure to lose weight impacted her relationship with food, & her path from rigid eating to a flexible relationship with food.
  • The 3 fundamental root causes of most hormone issues, and how to take a proactive, non-obsessive approach to your health.
  • How eating disorders influence hormone issues later in life and the best ways to heal in the present.
  • The intersection of hormone preoccupation triggering eating disorders + disordered eating and the best way to take a more balanced approach to awareness.
  • The complexities of stress and how our immune system plays a role in hormone health.
  • Defining & expanding the nuances of PCOS, Endometriosis, Hypothalamic amenorrhea, infertility, digestive issues & more from a hormone + holistic perspective.
  • Why weight loss is not the answer for solving most hormone-related issues, and what we should be focusing on instead.
  • How to approach body shame & live a more empowered life while healing.
  • What to do if “something feels off” in your body, but nobody can give you an answer.
  • The importance of connecting with any provider you choose to work with when seeking help.
Oct 18, 202201:09:39
Episode 126: Fat Liberation, Business Building, & Style With Virgie Tovar

Episode 126: Fat Liberation, Business Building, & Style With Virgie Tovar

Virgie Tovar is an author, activist, & one of the nation's leading experts and lecturers on weight-based discrimination and body image. Click here for the full show notes!

In this conversation we talk about:

  • Virgie’s personal body image story- how being called ‘fat’ when she was 5 years old influenced her relationship with herself for the next 15+ years.
  • How the primal desire for love and safety influences diet culture.
  • Key pieces to consider for shifting the cultural narrative around food and body.
  • How celebrating food and body can be as detrimental as shaming them, and what to aim for instead.
  • Her body acceptance process and entry into fat activism.
  • Virgie’s first few years in business- how she used her curiosity and commitment to say ‘YES’ to catapult her career.
  • Living and working as a creative person. Some of the key pieces for building a successful business from landing a book deal to leading a TED Talk and beyond.
  • Her love for fashion- how style played a role through her body image journey from hiding, to rebellion, and now deep authentic expression.
  • The importance of trusting your body and the choices you make for yourself to live a fulfilling life.

Psst! Grab your free Body Acceptance Starter Kit HERE.

Oct 04, 202201:15:31
Episode 125: Hollywood, Body Image, & Creating an Ethical Talent Agency with Val Emanuel

Episode 125: Hollywood, Body Image, & Creating an Ethical Talent Agency with Val Emanuel

Val Emanuel is a mother, earth activist, and founder of Rif Care and Role Models Management. Click HERE for the full show notes!

In this conversation we talk about:

  • Val’s personal body image story: growing up a child model in LA, overcoming sexual abuse, eating disorders, drug use, and low self-worth.
  • The impact of Hollywood culture on her self-esteem, self-censorship, and body autonomy as an adolescent.
  • Her experience as a black woman, how this has shaped her identity, & the problems that stem from not addressing the “middle skin color”.
  • Finding recovery and the most influential steps within her healing journey.
  • The importance of choosing friends & environments that foster the person that you want to be.
  • Letting go of the fear of how others will judge you and living an honest, authentic life.
  • Money, dieting, body image, fame- the disordered intersections between these life areas and how control plays a part.
  • The role of social media in business, influencer culture, and how we can create a healthier relationship with these platforms.
  • The journey of building her company, Role Models Management, and her mission behind creating an ethical talent agency.
  • Why comparison is the thief of joy and how to begin appreciating what you have.
Sep 20, 202201:13:23
Episode 124: Summer Break Babyyyy!! (Solo Episode- no I’m not pregnant)
Jul 12, 202207:12
Episode 123: Binge Eating, Anxiety, & Re-Defining “Normal” Eating with Mikala Jamison

Episode 123: Binge Eating, Anxiety, & Re-Defining “Normal” Eating with Mikala Jamison

In this episode, we sit down with Mikala Jamison, journalist and publisher of Body Type: The Newsletter. We discuss the secrecy and shame of binge eating, the importance of fitness professionals shifting their message from diet culture and weight-centric language, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Mikala is producing a live storytelling show about bodies and body image as part of the local Capital Fringe Festival. "The Body Show" will run on July 16, 17, 23, and 24 in Georgetown, Washington, D.C. For more details follow visit capitalfringe.org.

Jul 05, 202201:09:25
Episode 122: Leaving Social Media & Diet Culture to Liberate Life With Amelia Hruby

Episode 122: Leaving Social Media & Diet Culture to Liberate Life With Amelia Hruby

In this episode, we sit down with writer, speaker, & founder of feminist podcast studio Softer Sounds, Amelia Hruby. We discuss her journey to reclaiming her body liberation, the parallels between diet culture + social media, Amelia’s decision to leave Instagram, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Jun 28, 202201:12:15
Episode 121: Anorexia Recovery & Learning To Listen To Your Body With Katherine Herbison

Episode 121: Anorexia Recovery & Learning To Listen To Your Body With Katherine Herbison

In this episode, we sit down with wellness blogger Katherine Herbison. We discuss her personal journey recovering from anorexia, tools she cultivated to handle difficult emotions, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Jun 21, 202251:56
Episode 120: Ideas To Slow Time & Embrace Life (Solo Episode)
Jun 14, 202218:03
Episode 119: How to Manifest a Life That You Love with Efia Sulter

Episode 119: How to Manifest a Life That You Love with Efia Sulter

In this episode, we sit down with Mindset + Manifestation Coach, Efia Sulter. We discuss Efia’s childhood leading to her work today, common misconceptions of manifestation, practical steps to begin shifting your mindset, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Jun 07, 202201:04:49
Episode 118: Part 2 of The Curvy Surfer Girl Journey With Elizabeth Sneed

Episode 118: Part 2 of The Curvy Surfer Girl Journey With Elizabeth Sneed

In this episode, we sit down for Part 2 with the visionary and pioneer of the Curvy Surfer Girl movement, Elizabeth Sneed. We discuss how the movement started, behind the scene truths of online influencers, advice for feeling comfortable in your skin for Summer, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

May 31, 202201:09:59
Episode 117: Part 1 of The Curvy Surfer Girl Journey With Elizabeth Sneed

Episode 117: Part 1 of The Curvy Surfer Girl Journey With Elizabeth Sneed

In this episode, we sit down with the visionary and pioneer of the Curvy Surfer Girl movement, Elizabeth Sneed. We discuss her experiences with surfing and finding the confidence in being a curvy athlete, trusting the divine timing of her life, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

May 24, 202201:17:52
Episode 116: Community Makeover, Body Acceptance, & Living Joyfully (Solo Episode)
May 17, 202226:12
Episode 115: Becoming An Interior Design Star With Carmeon Hamilton

Episode 115: Becoming An Interior Design Star With Carmeon Hamilton

In this episode we sit down with the winner of HGTV’s Design Star: NextGen, star of HGTV’s Reno My Rental, and CEO of Nubi Interiors, Carmeon Hamilton. We discuss the relationship with her body in front of the camera + behind the scenes, the milestones that paved the way for career success, and her perspective on grief after losing her husband. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

May 10, 202201:16:29
Episode 114: Emotional Eating (Solo Episode)
May 03, 202236:50
Episode 113: How to Have Great Sex with Gigi Engle

Episode 113: How to Have Great Sex with Gigi Engle

In this episode we sit down with Award-winning Feminist Author and Certified Sex Educator, Gigi Engle. We discuss her relationship with her body through her deep dive into sexual exploration, practical ways to improve your sex life, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Apr 26, 202253:15
Episode 112: Fashion + Body Image (Solo Episode)
Apr 19, 202214:33
Episode 111: Redefining Makeup with Undone Beauty founder Ann Somma

Episode 111: Redefining Makeup with Undone Beauty founder Ann Somma

In this episode, we sit down with Undone Beauty founder, Ann Somma. We discuss self-expression through beauty, the intentionality and mission behind Undone Beauty, tips for career success, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Shop Undone Beauty by clicking here! Ann’s favorites are their Poppa Gloss and Lip to Cheek Palette.

Apr 12, 202201:13:53
Episode 110: How To Create Structure In Intuitive Eating (Solo Episode)
Apr 05, 202223:33
Episode 109: Taking Up Space with Serena Nangia

Episode 109: Taking Up Space with Serena Nangia

In this episode we sit down with Body Activist, Serena Nangia. We discuss our culture’s fatphobia, the importance of education around fat activism, Serena shares numerous resources, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and all of the resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Mar 29, 202201:14:34
Episode 108: Re-Setting Expectations To Achieve Your Goals (Solo Episode)
Mar 22, 202229:15
Episode 107: Human Design 101 with Erin Claire Jones

Episode 107: Human Design 101 with Erin Claire Jones

In this episode, we sit down with Human Design Guide, Erin Claire Jones. We discuss her experiences as an entrepreneur, all the details of human design and Erin provides practical wellness tips for each type. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

To find your human design type before listening, click here!

Use code lovekatelyn to get 10% off your Blueprint: Click here

Mar 15, 202201:12:31
Episode 106: Making Peace With Fullness (Solo Episode)

Episode 106: Making Peace With Fullness (Solo Episode)

In this episode, I share practical action steps for you to begin exploring and healing your relationship with fullness. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that I discussed in this episode, click here.

If you're not on my weekly email, come join the party 🎉 Every Sunday, you'll receive an email from me filled with a personal note, reflection questions, inspirational quotes, & trusted food and body image resources.

Mar 08, 202228:38
Episode 105: Staying Motivated in Movement (And Life!) with Kim Hagle

Episode 105: Staying Motivated in Movement (And Life!) with Kim Hagle

In this episode we sit down with Certified Personal Trainer and Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Kim Hagle. We discuss shifting your thoughts from a diet mindset, red flags for a disordered relationship with movement, and much more. For the full show notes, transcription and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Mar 01, 202201:07:09
Episode 104:Making Peace with Hunger (Solo Episode)
Feb 22, 202233:36
Episode 103: Genetics, Culture, & Health With Dalina Soto, MA, RD, LDN

Episode 103: Genetics, Culture, & Health With Dalina Soto, MA, RD, LDN

In this episode, we sit down with MA, RD, LDN, Dalina Soto- commonly known as your.latina.nutritionist on IG. We discuss cultural and communal effects on health, Dalina’s personal belief changes throughout dietitian school, the racism in wellness culture, and so much more. For the full show notes, transcription, and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Feb 15, 202201:02:60
Episode 102: My Top Unconventional Health Habits (Solo Episode)
Feb 08, 202238:44
Episode 101: Pelvic Floor & Body Image With Jenn Lormand

Episode 101: Pelvic Floor & Body Image With Jenn Lormand

In this episode, we sit down with Jenn Lormand, cofounder of Tighten Your Tinkler. We dismantle the shame around pelvic floor health, discuss the common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction and its correlation with eating disorders. For the full show notes, transcription and resources that we discussed in this episode, click here.

Feb 01, 202201:20:43
Episode 100: Why Celebrating Is Important For Healing (Solo Episode)
Jan 25, 202216:56
Episode 099: Faith & Healing Sexual Shame With Maya Wilson
Jan 18, 202201:06:23
Episode 098: How To Stop Scale Drama (Solo Episode)
Jan 11, 202225:40
Episode 097: Unpacking Binge Eating Recovery With Ali Bonar
Jan 04, 202201:21:42
Episode 096: The Truth About Detoxing (Solo Episode)
Dec 28, 202118:09
Episode 095: Redefining Body Resilience With Jayne Mattingly
Dec 21, 202101:15:41
Episode 094: Breaking The Sugar Struggle (Solo Episode)
Dec 14, 202124:28
Episode 093: Midwifery Beyond Birth + Body Image With Aiyana Davison
Dec 07, 202101:21:06
Episode 092: Boundaries + Body Talk (Solo Episode)
Nov 30, 202132:38
Episode 091: Breaking Bipolar + Eating Disorder Myths With Ayanna Bates
Nov 23, 202101:13:48
Episode 090: How To Stop Binge Eating (Solo Episode)
Nov 16, 202120:25
Episode 089: Making Food Fun Again With Nicole Coulter & Katelyn Parsons
Nov 09, 202133:36
Episode 088: Intuitive Eating Vs. Eating Intuitively (Solo Episode)
Nov 02, 202122:41
087: Separating Style From Self-Worth With Dacy Gillespie
Oct 26, 202101:20:38
086: Untangling Success From Our Bodies With Justine Sloan
Oct 19, 202101:06:24
085: Solutions For Thigh Chafing + Creating Confidence With Brittany Lammon
Oct 12, 202101:03:59
084: Healing Binge Eating With Jenna Free
Oct 05, 202101:00:55
083: The Truth About Weight Loss With Ragen Chastain
Sep 28, 202101:20:38
082: Embracing Life As A Highly Sensitive Person With Alissa Boyer
Sep 21, 202101:13:33
081: The Truth About Eating Disorder Recovery With Chelsea McCurdy
Sep 14, 202101:19:33
080: Body Image, Roller Skating & Owning Your Authenticity With Rubina Bernabe
Sep 07, 202101:12:19