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4.46 AVERAGE
4.46 AVERAGE
informative
reflective
medium-paced
I love Aubrey Gordon but I think this felt kind of repetitive and disorganized - probably in no small part because i listened to it on audiobook and partially because I have heard her talk about some of these things before
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challenging
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sad
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I somehow came away from this book feeling worse about my body than ever (which I know is a me thing and certainly not what the author intended)
As a fan of Gordon's podcast Maintenance Phase, I was hoping this book would get into more nuance about fatphobia and the detrimental effects of diet culture. Alas, the book seemed rushed, disorganized and often repetitive in content (-including anecdotes). Buy or read Gordon's book to communicate to publishers that yes, this is a subject that warrants further acknowledgment, then listen to Maintenance Phase.
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Whatever your body size, READ THIS BOOK! This is an intersectional feminist look at body justice and addressing fatphobia and stigma. it is inclusive, clever, and breaks down the messages that we've been raised on. Maybe even give a copy to the person most "concerned" about your health.
The overarching content of this book was incredible yet horrendous to read. Anti-fat bias is real, vile and it permeates every aspect of our lives. Aubrey is an incredibly smart and well-researched author. I found this book being an avid follower of Maintenance Phase - a truly marvelous podcast debunking various aspects of wellness like fad diets and influencers.
Reading about Aubrey lived experience resonated deeply with me. I wanted to hear more about her and learn more about the woman behind this podcast I loved. Her stories echoed many of the feelings, fears and frustrations I have faced throughout my life with my weight.
I really struggled with the style of the book, thus my low rating. Aubrey’s storytelling approach was disjointed throughout making for a very redundant experience at times.
That said, I applaud Aubrey for this book and remain a fan of hers.
Reading about Aubrey lived experience resonated deeply with me. I wanted to hear more about her and learn more about the woman behind this podcast I loved. Her stories echoed many of the feelings, fears and frustrations I have faced throughout my life with my weight.
I really struggled with the style of the book, thus my low rating. Aubrey’s storytelling approach was disjointed throughout making for a very redundant experience at times.
That said, I applaud Aubrey for this book and remain a fan of hers.
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