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Trust and Believe with Shaun T

Breaking Up With Toxic Weight Loss Culture

Ep. 435

Shaun is joined by Katie Bramlett, a trailblazer who has broken up with toxic weight loss culture and is trying her hand at reshaping the fitness and wellness industry.  Katie, having personally experienced the detrimental effects of society's weight loss obsession, especially on women, decided to challenge the norms. She created a company that switches the focus from weight loss to self-love, happiness, and holistic wellness.


Despite facing numerous obstacles, Katie has managed to build a thriving business that challenges the toxic norms of the industry. She is passionate about bridging the gap between happiness and self-love, empowering individuals to stop seeking external validation and instead connect with themselves to foster personal growth and success in their fitness, wellness, and mental health journeys.


In this episode, Katie discusses the detrimental effects of weight loss culture, while providing practical strategies on how to break free from its clutches. She also offers valuable advice on how to move forward in life, thinking better of yourself, and placing less emphasis on external measures like the scale. Tune in to explore the transformative power of self-acceptance, and learn how to navigate the overwhelming expectations placed on us by society. Through Katie's experiences, we gain the tools needed to cultivate a positive mindset, prioritize well-being, and build a life based on self-love and personal growth.


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