About this episode

Maureen Kritzer-Lange discusses the impact of societal pressures related to weight on self-esteem and confidence.

EP 123 RE-BROADCAST EP8. 5lbs to Happiness If only I lost 5 pounds I'd be more popular, if only I lost 5 pounds I'd be more confident, if only I l ost 5 pounds I'd be so much more attractive... You can you fill in the blank how many times you said or heard someone say if only I lost 5 pounds. I said that over and over again to myself the voice telling me to lose 5 pounds was was constant. - Maureen Kritzer-Lange MSW, LCSW - The Queen Of Self Esteem Please join the "Dont Trust The Mirror MOVEMENT at http://www.donttrustthemirror.com Maureen’s life mission is to help women be all that they can be – by improving self esteem,help them find their voice and find freedom from shame, guilt and negativity. “I change women’s lives by empowering them to trust THEMSELVES not the mirror.” This podcast represents the opinions of Maureen Kritzer-Lange and her guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast are our own and do not represent that of…

People in this episode

Host: Maureen Kritzer-Lange MSW, LCSW

Topics covered

• self-esteem
• body image
• eating disorders
• confidence
• mental health

Keywords

• eating disorder
• self-esteem
• body image
• confidence
• mental health
• weight loss
• shame

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dont Trust The Mirror MOVEMENT

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