Episode 237: 5 Ways I’m Giving Diet Culture the Middle Finger

“I created Diet Culture Rebel because we truly do need to rebel against diet culture. Not politely sidestep it, not quietly disagree with it, but actively push back on the messages that keep us stuck struggling with food and our bodies.”

Rebelling against diet culture doesn’t have to mean flipping your entire world upside down overnight. After years of living with guilt, restriction, and pressure, I’m sharing the five real-life ways I’m giving diet culture the middle finger right now. I want you to feel more grounded, confident, and at peace with food, because accepting these small acts of rebellion has changed my life in sustainable and powerful ways.

In this solo episode, I get personal about what pushing back against the toxic messages of diet culture looks like for me today. From listening to my own hunger cues, to focusing on movement that feels good and fits my busy life as a mom, to refusing to praise weight loss above all else, I break down the exact mindsets and habits I practice every day. These aren’t just tips; they’re my ongoing journey, and I hope they’ll inspire you to reflect on what works for your body and needs too.

As always, my approach is all about kindness, compassion, and choosing what honors your health and happiness. You don’t need to do everything at once or do it perfectly. Start with one shift, build your confidence, and see how these acts of rebellion can bring you more joy, freedom, and trust in your body.

What You’ll Learn:

• How I focus on my body and my needs in the face of diet culture messaging
• Why listening to hunger, honoring cravings, and eating what you want are acts of rebellion
• The power of self-compassion and talking to yourself with kindness
• Why I call out toxic nutrition trends on social media, and how you can spot them too
• My reasons for refusing to compliment weight loss, and what I choose to celebrate instead
• Simple, actionable ways you can start giving diet culture the middle finger in your own life

Thank you for listening and for choosing a kinder, more compassionate way to approach food and your body. If this episode resonated, share it with a fellow Rebel, so more people can break free from dieting pressure!

Resources:

• Grab the Hunger & Fullness Scale Guide at DietCultureRebel.com/hungerfullnessscale and take your next step toward building trust with your body and food.
• Episode 209, How Diet Culture Harms Your Pelvic Floor (and What to Do About It) With Dr. Sara Reardon
• Connect with me over on Instagram at @diet.culture.rebel.

Struggling with food, but not sure where to start?

You don’t have to feel 100% ready to get support. If you’re tired of obsessing over food or feeling stuck in the diet cycle, my team of Registered Dietitians is here to help. We offer one-on-one nutrition counseling—and we accept insurance! Spots are limited, so head to https://dietculturerebel.com/insurance to see if we’re covered in your state and learn how to get started.