Steven

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“Wanting to not feel anything in response to physical and mental beatdowns is a normal response to systemic oppression.

When the pain is just too much, overeating leaves you feeling sedated. This is a useful short-term coping mechanism. But the problem is the effect doesn’t last.”
― Dalia Kinsey, Decolonizing Wellness

tags: eating, health, wellness

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“The diet industry is not here to help you.

The diet industry is not here to battle some imaginary healthcare crisis.

The diet industry is here to take advantage of you and consume your resources.”
― Dalia Kinsey, Decolonizing Wellness

tags: diet, diet-industry, dieting, eating, healthcare, wellness

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“It is entirely possible (but not mandatory) to say no with love in your heart.”
― Dalia Kinsey, Decolonizing Wellness

tags: love, mindfulness, self-love

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“Asking the survivors of abuse to captain personal improvement projects for members of the dominant culture adds to the chronic stress that already compromises our well-being.

Chronically expecting free labor, emotional or otherwise, is colonizer trash if I’ve ever seen it.”
― Dalia Kinsey, Decolonizing Wellness

tags: decolonization, labor, survivor, wellness

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“Nurturing yourself protects your peace and energy. Self-love is a survival skill, not a luxury for the privileged.”
― Dalia Kinsey, Decolonizing Wellness

tags: peace, self-love, wellness

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