Episode 116: Breaking the Weight Stigma Cycle with Dr. Catherine Harmon Toomer

Many people in our society think that having a thinner body is the healthiest option, while having a bigger body is not. However, it's important to understand that being healthy doesn't always correspond to a particular body size.  In this episode, Dr. Catherine Harmon Toomer, a Family Medicine and Community Health physician, and certified hypnotherapist, shares her experiences with weight shaming and discusses the biases and harm they inflict on people's self-esteem and body perceptions. She explores the prevalence of weight discrimination in society and its impact on employment opportunities and medical care access. Dr. Toomer also emphasizes the need to break the cycle of shame and educate others about the root causes of obesity. Additionally, she discusses strategies for overcoming weight stigma, such as emphasizing self-empowerment and reducing reliance on external validation. She underscores the importance of recognizing weight biases and shifting cultural perceptions of health at any size.  Join the conversation on redefining perceptions of health. Tune in now and help us break the cycle of shame!   Episode Highlights: About  Dr. Catherine Toomer-Harmon and her experience in weight shaming Definition of  weight shaming or weight bias and how does it manifest in our life way Progression from weight shaming to discrimination  How weight shaming affects body image and self-esteem Strategies to break the cycle of weight shaming  Breaking the myth that thinness is healthy and that being overweight is unhealthy   Connect with Dr. Catherine Harmon Toomer: Website |drtoomer.com Facebook | www.facebook.com/drtoomer Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/drtoomer Twitter | @drtoomer.com Youtube | www.youtube.com/@drtoomer   About Dr. Catherine Harmon Toomer Dr. Toomer is a Family Medicine and Community Health physician, certified hypnotherapist, NLP Practitioner, and a passionate collaborator with other rule breakers in wellness and weight health spaces. Dr. Toomer founded Health Wellness and Weight Loss Centers around the biopsychosocial program she developed from her own 107 pound weight loss, to empower those on the verge of giving up by maximizing their health and wellness through weight loss and optimizing weight loss through targeted health and wellness measures. Dr. Toomer is a TEDx and keynote speaker, best-selling author, popular podcast guest, and creator of Dr. Toomer Talks - highlighting leaders in their respective fields. When not painting, singing, and playing the violin or piano, she reads, travels, and spends time with her family.   Resources: FREE! Discover the 5 Reasons Your Weight-Loss Journey Has Gotten Derailed (And How To Get Back On Track!) 👉 Click