Before we build a new model, we must diagnose the old one. Traditional wellness culture is rooted in what researchers call the "weight-normative approach." This approach assumes that weight is the primary marker of health and that pursuing weight loss is the best path to well-being.
Social media catalyzed a move toward "radical self-love" and challenging beauty standards (e.g., #EffYourBeautyStandards). 2. Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality Body Positivity and Weight Management