Workshop: Ditching Diet Culture

How to improve your body image & find self-confidence

As we go through our life we receive messaging about our bodies, the food we eat and how we ought to improve ourselves. Women are especially targeted by ideas of what a “better you” would look like. This pressure extends even to our personalities, becoming intertwined with our physical appearance. Many women and girls I work with express their wish to improve their body image but get stuck on how they are supposed to combat their thoughts and disordered eating. In this workshop I will give you clear tools and strategies to combat diet culture and find peace with your body.

  • As a group we will learn about diet culture, the prevailing notions of femininity, and societal standards of desirability.

  • We will discuss important concepts connected to diet culture in order to expand your knowledge and give you a fact-based platform to move on from.

  • We will learn clearly defined strategies on how to achieve a better body image and peace with food.

What this course isn’t:

This isn’t a course rooted in make-believe positivity or saying positive affirmations in front of a mirror. This course is meticulously crafted to offer you genuine peace with your body and evidence-based insights, which will empower you to overcome diet culture permanently.

Next Workshop

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What we will talk about.

Knowledge

  • learn about diet culture, femininity and societal standards of desirability

  • we will learn about key concepts like: self-objectification, body neutrality, weight cycling, the male gaze and many more.

  • we will learn the actual science and history behind weight loss, BMI, beauty standards and calories

  • we will bust some common diet and food myths so you can make better informed decisions

  • we will dismantle how this isn’t an individual problem but a structural one and how this mindshift can be useful for us

Shared experiences

  • as a group we will discuss what assumptions we have about being pretty and being desirable

  • we will discuss negative internalised messages you have about yourself and how to free yourself of them

  • we will share our personal body image journey and our experiences as women

  • we will be able to ask questions, learn about thoughts and difficulties of other participants and find ways to support each other

Strategies and Tools

  • at the end of the workshop you all will have at least 3-4 personal strategies that are tailored to you, to combat bad body image and difficult thoughts and emotions connected to diet culture

  • you will have a clear path forward on how to build a new relationship with your body, enjoy food and be more confident in yourself

FAQs

  • After you sign up I will send you a booking confirmation and the bill for the event. You will need to pay within the next 3 days so your spot is reserved for you. I can’t wait to meet you in person!

  • I very much understand that it can be a little daunting to sign up for a workshop with a vulnerable topic like Body Image. Believe me that all participants will have some insecurities and are probably feeling a little shy. This is normal and only a sign that you’ll benefit from participating!

    You can share as much as you want and take it slow. I am very good at creating an environment where you feel comfortable and safe. And if there ever an issue I am available for a chat or you can take a break to clear your head. I’m here to support you.

  • I will have most things for you ready like drinks, snacks and all the course material. Closer to the workshop I will send you another email with the exact location and what you can bring to make yourself extra comfortable and prepared.

  • There is no minimum age requirement. All female identified humans are welcome, no matter what age. Please do note that the subject matter and language will be geared towards 16+.

    Teens are very welcome and let me know if you want to attend with your daughters or your mom since you can benefit from a reduced price for the workshop. I’m looking forward to having you!

  • Cancellations made 14 days before the workshop are eligible for a full refund of the workshop fee.

    Please not that cancellations received after the 14-day period need to paid in full except if you can find a replacement.

    Replacement Option: I understand that unexpected situations can arise, making attendance impossible. If you are unable to attend, you have the option to find a replacement attendee to take your place. The replacement attendee should be confirmed and communicated to me at least 48 hours before the workshop's start date.

    I want to make this as fair and as easy as possible for you so let me now if you have any more questions!

  • Answering this is always a bit difficult when I don’t know you so please be aware that we will talk in detail about body shapes, sizes, calories and BMI. I suggest that if you are in a vulnerable place and expect those topics to trigger you, that you postpone your participation and seek treatment first. If you are unsure if this workshop is for you please contact me an we will have a personal chat before we decide what’s best. I want you to have an amazing experience that will support your journey to a happier life!

Psychotherapy for Girls and Women by Franziska, Licensed Psychotherapist | Online Therapy in English and German

Psychotherapy for Girls and Women | Licensed Psychotherapist | Online Therapy in English and German

SPECIALIZED THERAPY FOR GIRLS AND WOMEN

Hi, I am Franziska and I am a licensed psychotherapist in Switzerland. I offer therapy to women of all ages for the unique challenges we face. I offer online therapy in English and German.