Have you ever tried to “just love your body,” only to have those critical thoughts come rushing back the second you see a photo of yourself? You aren’t doing anything wrong—you’re up against biology.

In this episode of Unlearning Beautiful, we pull back the curtain on why our brains are “addicted” to self-criticism. We explore the science of survival mode, why your body treats negative thoughts as a safety mechanism, and why positive affirmations often feel like they won’t “stick.”

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why 90% of your thoughts are repetitive and how they lock you into a cycle of body dissatisfaction.
• The biological reason your nervous system views body positivity as a "threat"
• How to use "Heart-Brain Coherence" to physically shift your body out of stress and into peace.

Stop the full-time job of policing your thoughts and start returning to your natural state of worthiness.

RESOURCES FOR BODY PEACE:

📕 Get the Guide to Body Peace: For women tired of trying to "fix" their bodies - and ready to feel okay in them https://www.kristinabruce.com/guide

🕊️ Explore Body Peace Coaching: https://www.kristinabruce.com/private-coaching

CONNECT WITH KRISTINA:

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/kristinabrucecoach
• Website: https://www.kristinabruce.com

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.