In this episode of Integrated Wholeness, Angela welcomes Florencia Moynihan, founder of The Catholic Nutritionist, to discuss the journey of healing and self-acceptance for women. They explore the importance of body image, community support, and the connection between body, mind, and soul. Florencia shares her personal experiences with disordered eating and how she transformed her relationship with food and her body. The conversation emphasizes the need for women to embrace their identity as daughters of God, the significance of traditional skills, and the impact of generational healing. They also discuss practical steps for planning a balanced life in 2026, reflecting on past experiences, and the importance of nourishing meals shared in community. Florencia introduces her upcoming book, “Made Good: Overcoming the Lies that Keep Women at War with their Bodies.“

Takeaways:

• Healing begins with understanding one’s identity as a daughter of God.
• Community support is essential for healing and transformation.
• Women often struggle with negative self-talk about their bodies.
• Food should be viewed as nourishment, not an enemy.
• Generational healing can impact future generations positively.
• Traditional skills and self-sufficiency are important for women.
• Competency in daily life fosters confidence and resilience.
• Incarnational community is vital for physical healing in addition to emotional and spiritual growth.
• Reflecting on past experiences helps in planning for the future.
• Gentleness and reverence towards oneself are crucial for healing.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Integrated Wholeness

02:23 Florencia’s Journey to Becoming the Catholic Nutritionist

05:45 The Importance of Body Image and Self-Care

09:15 Understanding Identity and Healing

12:51 The Role of Community in Healing

15:42 The Connection Between Body, Mind, and Soul

18:40 The Impact of Generational Healing

22:14 Returning to Traditional Skills and Self-Sufficiency

25:17 The Importance of Competency in Daily Life

28:52 The Need for Incarnational Community

32:26 Planning for 2026: Balancing Work and Life

35:39 Setting Non-Negotiables for a Healthy Life

37:38 Reflecting on 2025 for a Better 2026

40:42 Recognizing the Signs of Overwhelm

44:07 The Healing Power of Meals and Community

45:20 Introducing the Book: Made Good

48:32 Final Thoughts on Healing and Transformation

To learn more about Flo and her new book you can find her below:

Website: The Catholic Nutritionist

Instagram: Catholic Nutritionist

Made Good Podcast on Spotify: HERE

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