12/04/2025
This time of year, clients say things that sound like backsliding… but they’re really bids for safety.
“I’ve given up dieting, but I’m nervous to see family who haven’t seen me since I gained weight.”
“Maybe I should go back on WW just to get through the holidays.”
“I’m okay with my body… but my aunt/grandma/mom will definitely comment.”
These aren’t signs of resistance.
They’re signs of someone bracing for impact.
Someone trying to stay regulated in environments that taught them to distrust their bodies in the first place.
As weight-inclusive providers, these are the moments where compassion, not correction, does the real work.
If you want more support navigating the nuance and emotion of holiday-triggered food + body conversations, DM HOLD SPACE and I’ll share what supervision can look like for you.