Episode CW: we talk about our bodies, restrictive eating, diet culture, sexual repression

In this soulful episode of Holy Ghosting, Meg and Sarai Johnson delve into the deeply personal journey of embodiment and the common struggle of feeling disconnected from our own bodies—something many of us face, especially if we grew up in high-control religious settings. They unwrap how cultural and religious scripts have shaped our views on body image and why it’s crucial to cultivate self-care and self-love.

Together, they tackle the tough stuff: the impacts of purity culture and diet culture, and why intuitive eating can be a game-changer. They champion the idea of radical self-care, urging everyone to weave together the pieces of self and body to reclaim their personal power and agency.

In this first episode of their "In This Body" Series, Meg and Sarai share some practical tips on embracing change and making yourself a priority because sometimes, the most revolutionary act is choosing to love yourself.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Embodiment

02:28 Awakening to Physical Awareness

06:45 Cultural and Religious Disconnection

10:21 The Impact of Purity Culture

13:02 Food, Body Image, and Self-Love

18:11 Intuitive Eating and Self-Care

20:50 Reclaiming Sexuality and Pleasure

24:05 The Power of Self-Ownership

27:27 Navigating Community and Expectations

31:26 Integration vs. Separation

36:18 The Importance of Self-Care

38:59 Redefining Selfishness

41:56 Embracing Needs and Vulnerability

47:01 The Process of Becoming

52:44 Finding Freedom in Embodiment