Show Notes
In this episode, we’re diving into the sneaky world of body checking — the mirror glancing, photo zooming, scale obsessing, pinching and pulling that quietly fuels body anxiety and keeps you stuck in the binge–restrict cycle. You’ll learn why these tiny habits make your body feel like the enemy, how they dysregulate your nervous system, and the gentle, realistic steps to break free (without going cold turkey on mirrors).
If one reflection or weigh-in can wreck your mood, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on — and how to feel safer, grounded, and more at home in your body again.
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