Cultural Double Standards: Food and Body Image with Allen-Michael Lewis, LMFT

Heal Your Roots Podcast

Join us for the season finale of Season 3 on Heal Your Roots Podcast, where Kira Yakubov Ploshansky, LMFT, and Dr. Katie Manganello, host Allen-Michael Lewis, LMFT - one of the newest team members at Heal Your Roots Wellness. Dive deep into the cultural narratives around food, body image, and relationships. Allen-Michael discusses the double standards and societal pressures faced by individuals regarding diet and body image. With a blend of personal anecdotes and professional insights, he highlights the impact of parental and cultural expectations on eating behaviors and mental health.

Episode Highlights:

• Cultural Perspectives on Food and Relationships (0:00):
  Allen-Michael explores cultural double standards in food and body image, sharing personal and professional insights into addressing these issues in therapy sessions.
• OCD, Eating Disorders, and Cultural Differences (8:01):
  Dr. Katie Manganello discusses the manifestation of OCD in food habits and the pressures leading to eating disorders in children due to parental influence.
• Societal Double Standards (13:24):
  Examination of how men and women are differently judged based on their eating habits and body image, with a focus on societal and familial expectations.
• Body Positivity and Internalized Shame (19:48):
  Discussion on the importance of mindfulness and body acceptance, particularly among younger generations influenced by social media.
• Impact of Family and Societal Comments on Body Image (25:41):
  Insights into how negative comments from family and society can shape one's self-esteem and body image, with a discussion on the myths around body health and size.
• Eating Disorders and Sensory Processing Conditions (33:19):
  Addressing disordered eating and sensory processing issues such as ARFID and pica, and the associated stigma and shame.
• Psychedelics in Therapy (39:26):
  Exploring the potential of psychedelics in disrupting harmful mental narratives and creating pathways for healing, compared to traditional therapy methods.

This episode is a thoughtful exploration of how cultural narratives and personal experiences shape our relationships with food, body image, and mental health. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation!

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Episode Resources:

• Follow Allen-Michael Lewis on Instagram @MFTFoodie
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