by Barbara Spanjers
These books are just a few of my favorite resources from my “go-to” list – both for myself and for clients. These are not directly weight, body-image, or eating-related, but are very pertinent. Underneath diet mentality, disordered eating, body image concerns,...
by Barbara Spanjers
Allow me to climb up on my soapbox for a minute. The topic is around the idea of “expert,” and who gets to call themselves that. The short answer? Any damn person who wants to call himself or herself an expert can do it. But the word – and the attitude that goes with...
by Barbara Spanjers
Whatever body type you reside in, you’re likely to hear negative cultural messages. “You are too fat – you must not care about your health! Don’t eat that!” “You are too thin – you must be obsessed with your health! Eat a sandwich!” Compound...
by Barbara Spanjers
There is a delightful hanging wicker chair that I have ogled and admired for at least five years. I would stand in the store, imagining the stacks of books I could read and the gallons of iced tea – and maybe the occasional cocktail – I could sip as I gently swung in...
by Barbara Spanjers
When I tell people about my work, they often start nodding their head. They agree with the value of being tuned in to one’s body and having a positive body image. They’re onboard the “Diets Don’t Work” train with me. Thankfully, many people understand that stringent...
