“You’re for the few, not for the many. I really think that it’s possible for you, in the body that you’re in right now, to live this incredible, expansive life in so many areas, romance being one of them.”
So many of us have spent years believing we’re too much. Too emotional. Too sensitive. Too needy. Too loud. Or maybe we’ve believed we need to make ourselves smaller (physically or emotionally) to finally deserve love, acceptance, and belonging. In this conversation with author and founder of Date Brazen, Lily Womble, we’re talking about where those messages come from and why they impact so much more than our dating lives.
Lily shares her personal story of growing up believing she was “too much,” attending Weight Watchers at just 13 years old, struggling with body image, and staying in an unhealthy relationship because she questioned her own worth. Together, we explore how those same beliefs show up in our relationship with food, our bodies, our confidence, and the way we move through the world.
Whether you’re dating or happily partnered, this conversation is about so much more than relationships. It’s about letting go of the idea that your worth depends on your body size, learning to take up the space you deserve, and building a life that isn’t postponed until you lose weight. This conversation is a reminder to stop shrinking yourself and start trusting that you are already enough.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why believing you’re “too much” can affect your body image, confidence, and relationship with food
- How internalized messages about worth shape the way we show up in our relationships
- What the “weight loss fantasy” is and why it keeps so many women stuck
- How body neutrality can help you build a healthier relationship with yourself
- Practical ways to build self-compassion and become more resilient in the face of rejection
- Why you don’t have to change your body to be worthy of love, belonging, or a fulfilling life
I hope this conversation reminds you that your body has never been the thing standing between you and a meaningful, joyful life. You are worthy of taking up space, honoring your needs, and living fully…exactly as you are today!
Resources:
- Lily’s book: Thank You, More Please
- Date Brazen
- Grab the Hunger & Fullness Scale Guide at DietCultureRebel.com/hungerfullnessscale and take your next step toward building trust with your body and food.
- 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.
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