Have you ever felt like your relationship with your body and food is a constant battle? Do you find yourself caught in cycles of dieting, emotional eating, or self-criticism? In this empowering episode of the Shine Within Podcast, I sit down with Marla Mervis-Hartmann, a dynamic speaker, bestselling author of Befriend Yourself, and the creator of Love Your Body, Love Yourself. Marla’s mission is to help individuals transform their relationship with their bodies through self-compassion and spiritual practices, moving beyond shame and restriction into a space of acceptance and freedom.
Marla opens up about her personal journey of overcoming body shame, restrictive dieting, and emotional eating, shedding light on the deep-rooted beliefs that often keep us stuck in self-judgment. Together, we explore the harmful impacts of diet culture, the power of self-compassion, and the importance of befriending yourself—offering insights on how to cultivate a healthier mindset rooted in love rather than control. Marla’s expertise in Reiki and integrative somatic trauma therapy adds another layer to the conversation, revealing how energy work and mindfulness can be powerful tools for releasing stress and reconnecting with our authentic selves.
This episode is packed with practical tools to help you break free from emotional eating, identify your triggers, and integrate grounding techniques into your daily life. Marla also shares how spiritual practices like Reiki can create inner calm, foster self-awareness, and guide you toward greater self-love.
If you’ve ever struggled with body image, food freedom, or finding peace with yourself, this conversation will remind you that true healing begins from within. You deserve to feel at home in your body and embrace your journey with kindness. Tune in for an insightful and uplifting discussion, and be sure to check out Marla’s book Befriend Yourself and her transformative offerings, all linked in the show notes! 💖
Website: https://www.loveyourbodyloveyourself.com/
TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/nEVjlT9B6dU
Book: https://www.loveyourbodyloveyourself.com/book
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Course: https://goloveyourbodyloveyourself.com/emotionaleating
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