In this rerun of episode 36 hosts Dana, Sirius and Hilary discuss the importance of 'body stories,' defined as the narratives of living in one's own body, often shaped by cultural perceptions and lived experiences. The episode underscores the significance of these stories in body trust work, explaining how understanding them helps externalize self-blame, shame, and anger, ultimately contributing to healing and empowerment. They also touch on how oppressive systems impact body stories and suggest various ways to explore and reclaim these narratives. Additionally, upcoming events like the Body Story workshop and a GLP-1 webinar are highlighted. The episode features excerpts from body stories shared by members of their community, further illustrating the transformative power of this practice.

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Explore Your Body Story online workshop: January 31, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. PST

Annual Webinar on GLP1 Medications: February 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. to noon PST

Reclaiming Body Trust book (Chapter 2 on body stories)

A Letter from My Body by Sirius Bonner

Read some body stories on our blog here

Body story prompts

Men Unscripted Podcast

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In this rerun of episode 32 hosts Sirius, Dana, and Hilary delve into the topic of beauty through the lens of body trust, following a reflection on their recent menopause summit. They discuss the profound impact of the summit, how it broadened conversations around menopause beyond medicalization to include power, bodies, and gender. Transitioning to the podcast's main topic, they critique western beauty standards, the commercial and cultural forces behind them, and the societal implications, including gender norms and eugenics. They also explore the coping mechanisms people employ, such as shapewear and skincare, and discuss the deep-seated desire for desirability and safety, especially amongst younger generations. Along the way, they touch on regional differences, the impact of economic shifts on beauty norms, and the concept of the 'new chill girl' in current gender dynamics.

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The Menopause Summit by Center for Body Trust

As boys shift to the right, we are seeing the rise of the “new chill girl”

Reclaim Ugly - Vanessa Rochelle Lewis

The MAGA Beauty Esthetic Tells the Story of America Today

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In this rerun of episode 29 hosts Hilary, Sirius, and Dana delve into the complex emotions surrounding anger and rage in personal and political contexts. They discuss the stigmatization and manipulation of anger in marginalized communities, and the socio-economic and racial dynamics that fuel these emotions. The conversation transitions into the personal realm, exploring how anger is internalized, especially in women and marginalized groups, and the importance of acknowledging and processing these feelings. The hosts share insights on the intersectionality of anger with other emotions like grief, the cultural implications of anger, and strategies for harnessing and transforming this powerful emotion for personal and collective healing.

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Rage Becomes Her by Soraya Chemaly

Love & Rage by Lama Rod Owens

Eloquent Rage by Brittney Cooper

Good & Mad by Rebecca Traister

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