Leslie Schilling, Sport Dietitian & Nutrition Therapist

12/08/2025

Her quote is spot on.

Kate Winslet Says Plastic Surgery in Hollywood Is ‘Devastating’ https://variety.com/2025/film/news/kate-winslet-plastic-surgery-weight-loss-drugs-hollywood-1236603242/

“If a person’s self-esteem is so bound up in how they look, it’s frightening. And it’s puzzling because I have moments when I think it’s better, when I look at actresses at events dressed how they want, whichever shape. But then so many people are on weight-loss drugs. It’s so varied. Some are making choices to be themselves, others do everything they can to not be themselves. And do they know what they are putting in [their bodies]? The disregard for one’s health is terrifying. It bothers me now more than ever. It is f*cking chaos out there," Winslet told The Sunday Times. “My favorite thing is when your hands get old. That’s life, in your hands. Some of the most beautiful women I know are over 70, and what upsets me is that young women have no concept of what being beautiful actually is.”

12/04/2025

Diet culture teaches us that confidence only comes when we like what we see.
But true confidence comes when we know we are worthy no matter what we see.
💛 Worthiness is unconditional. We are so much more than what our bodies look like.

12/04/2025

Holiday stress hits harder when food is scarce and military families feel that impact deeply. 🇺🇸💙

Irregular meals and limited access to food don’t just create hunger.

They can trigger eating-disorder behaviors, heighten shame, and make parents feel like they’re falling short during a season built around tradition.
For children and teens who are already more vulnerable these pressures can shape their relationship with food for years.

Support = Prevention.

When families have enough, stress decreases, shame softens, and the risk of Eating Disorder behaviors drops.

Your compassion can change the emotional tone of this season for a military household.

Stand with families facing food insecurity.

Be the light they need. ✨

12/04/2025

For my North Carolina pals!

You’re invited!

I’m thrilled to announce the first in-person book launch event for Unapologetic Aging at our community’s amazing independent bookstore in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on January 7th at 6:30 pm.

This event is free and open to all-because aging free of diet culture and internalized ageism is a conversation we get to have together. 💛

We’ll gathering to talk about mending our midlife and beyond body stories,releasing ageist beliefs, and reclaiming nourishment, movement, and rest on our own terms.

We’ll have a conversational book talk, I’ll read from the book, answer questions, and celebrate aging unapologetically as I sign your book!

Registration is recommended here:
https://bookmarksnc.org/DebraBenfield

You can also pre-order your book here:
https://www.debrabenfield.com

I would absolutely love to see you there.

This is more than a book; this is a movement! Join me on January 7th to celebrate and be a part of this.

12/01/2025

The Monday after a long holiday weekend can feel… loud.
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All the “make up for it,” “get back on track,” and “don’t let December be a free-for-all” vibes start creeping in.
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But here’s the truth:
A few days of rest, leftovers, and joy around food aren’t the problem.
The fear and restriction that follow are what can cause the real harm.
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If you’re feeling tempted to tighten up, compensate, or second-guess yourself today, take a breath.
Your body hasn’t betrayed you.
You don’t need to earn your way out of a weekend of being human.
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The best thing you can do today?
Trust yourself. Nourish your body. Keep showing up for it with consistency and care. Find compassion not punishment.
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You’re allowed to enjoy food all season long (and beyond) without spiraling into a December slump.
Your body is wise. You can trust it.
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How are you doing today after the long holiday weekend?👇

🌱 If you are looking for support this holiday season, the team at Conason Psychological Services is ready to help! DM or visit www.conasonpsychologicalservices.com to schedule a free consult call.

11/26/2025

Did you know you could listen to Feed Yourself on Spotify? I’ll read it to you. 👊🫶

Leslie Schilling · Audiobook

10/16/2025

Eating disorders in the military are not “rare.”

They’re overlooked, misdiagnosed, and too often punished instead of treated.

Every hidden case represents a service member whose readiness—and life—is at risk.

💡 True readiness means recognizing the problem, not ignoring it.
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10/16/2025

Restriction and other disordered eating behaviors are harmful for people of ALL body sizes, not just thin people. If you’d be concerned about a behavior for someone in a smaller body, you should be concerned about that behavior for someone in a larger body as well.

10/12/2025

COACHES, do not talk about your body or other’s bodies like this. Would help if parents, friends, and family members skipped negative body or weight loss talk, as well.

Thanks for sending to me Ashley Ludlow 👊🫶

09/29/2025

Have you heard about the Dietitian Development Hub?

The Hub brings together non-diet practitioners who want to elevate their counseling skills and strengthen their client relationships, enabling them to empower their patients and athletes to fuel well and perform at their best.

The Hub is where non-diet, sport RDs come to learn. Join us as a founding member.

Join a collaborative community where non-diet practitioners come together under the mentorship of Leslie, an experienced dietitian dedicated to elevating counseling skills and enhancing client relationships. This supportive space fosters open dialogue and shared learning among like-minded profession...