Do It Fat Mini Series: Embodiment with Domini Anne
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In this episode, they chat about: what embodiment truly means beyond the buzzword, and how Domini personally defines it. the feeling of having a spirit “too big” for the body and how inhibition, conditioning, and permission influence that experience. the role of agency, pacing, and self-permission in expanding into your full embodied self. learning to separate internal truth from external narratives and recognizing the voices that shape your self-perception. using visualization, meditation, and humorous reframing to distinguish “your stuff” from the world’s projections. ...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: Body Confidence with Camellia Jade
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In this episode, they chat about: Camellia Jade’s journey as a body confidence advocate and founder of Confidera and the Body Confidence Dance Party. what it means to be a “body confidence advocate” and how Camellia began helping women embrace their bodies. her personal path to body confidence, including confronting internalized negative self-talk. the creation of the series Your Body Is Not the Problem, Your Clothes Are and the power of social media to show real bodies. insights on body dysmorphia and shifting self-perception through mirror work and positive language. the...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: The Truth About GLP-1s with Dr. Bonnie Brock
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In this episode, they chat about: Sara’s personal experience with GLP-1 medications, her journey with insulin resistance, and how medical validation reshaped her relationship with her body and health. Dr. Bonnie Brock’s integrative approach to medicine and her explanation of how GLP-1 medications and peptides work in the body. the myths, misinformation, and stigma surrounding GLP-1s — including how cultural narratives about weight, willpower, and “cheating” distort medical realities. the idea of “food noise” and how these medications can shift emotional and psychological...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: Your Body is Not Your Brand with Shine Image Consulting
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In this episode, they chat about: leaving corporate life to build Shine Image Consulting and empower others through authentic self-expression. the link between personal style, confidence, and identity beyond clothing or trends. how inner transformation supports showing up authentically and being seen. addressing body insecurities and shifting from self-criticism to self-acceptance. aligning personal image and professional brand for greater credibility and consistency. redefining what’s “flattering”—focusing on proportion, comfort, and confidence instead of thinness. ...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: Health is Not a Size with Liz Brinkman
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In this episode, they chat about: how Liz found her calling as a dietitian helping people heal their relationship with food and their bodies the shift from traditional, weight-focused nutrition to a weight-inclusive, non-diet approach why health isn’t defined by body size and how fat bias harms everyone the impact of diet culture and how it shapes our beliefs about food, worth, and health how to rebuild trust and freedom with food after years of rules or restriction recognizing signs of disordered eating and the difference between discipline and shame the influence of family,...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: The Book I Had to Write (Solo Episode)
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In this episode, Sara talks about: the upcoming launch of her book Do It Fat and its themes of body positivity and visibility. separating self-worth from appearance and rejecting body shame. her personal journey with weight, healing, and self-acceptance. how patriarchy and media have shaped harmful beauty standards. key chapters like “Save Your Sorrys” and “Health Is Not a Size.” upcoming book launch events and her message to take up space now — “Do it messy. Do it scared. Do it fat.” Resources + Links: Be part of the Do It Fat movement. Visit to learn...
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Owning a Bold POV (Solo Episode)
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In this episode, Sara talks about: common entrepreneur frustration owning a bold point of view (POV) what a bold POV is not identifying your bold POV benefits of a bold POV examples of bold POVs courage to be disliked practical steps to implement a bold POV bold POV as a brand foundation Resources + Links: Grow your brand, income, and impact! Learn more on our website Connect with Sara on Instagram | For show notes, resources, and more, visit Follow along with the podcast on Instagram | Show Notes: In this solo episode of the Chicks...
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Holistic Psychiatry in Practice with Dr. Mona Amini
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In this episode, we chat about: Dr. Mona’s journey from traditional healthcare to building her own concierge psychiatry practice how a thyroid cancer diagnosis reshaped her perspective on life and leadership the burnout she experienced working in community psychiatry and corporate systems what concierge mental healthcare really means and how it empowers patients why direct access to a provider can make a life-changing difference the power of de-prescribing and integrating lifestyle-based approaches to wellness common myths and misconceptions about psychiatric medications ...
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Wellbeing in Modern Workspaces with Lindsay Barnett
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In this episode, we chat about: Lindsay’s own burnout and how it inspired her to rethink work and well-being how identity shifts like motherhood or entrepreneurship can feel overwhelming but also transformational the power of personal choice, boundaries, and energy management in navigating tough work cultures working with leaders to model balance, support teams, and build cultures where values are truly lived Resources + Links: Learn more about Lindsay’s work at Check out her book Working Hell to Working Well: Connect with Lindsay on LinkedIn | Grow...
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Taking the TEDx Stage (Solo Episode)
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In this episode, Sara talks about: transitioning the podcast to include more solo episodes and personal stories balancing personal growth with business and entrepreneurship how business growth mirrors personal evolution encouraging women to embrace visibility, power, and purpose preparing for and delivering her first TEDx talk managing expectations vs. reality when outcomes disappoint reframing setbacks as steps, not failures lessons in courage, vulnerability, and self-compassion celebrating achievements even when imperfect holding space for both pride and disappointment ...
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Angie’s background in the military and her experience with overmedication
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issues surrounding overmedication and its impact on her life and health
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Angie's healing journey and her shift in understanding of mental health
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being featured in the documentary "Medicating Normal" and its impact on her
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the normalcy of trauma reactions and criticism of the mental health system.
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the role of situational factors in mental health and the critique of DSM-5
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personalized trauma experiences and reflections on overmedication
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advocacy for self-reflection, personal agency, and alternative healing methods
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practical advice for listeners on seeking non-medication-based therapies and advocating for oneself
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Angie’s continued work as a trauma coach, upcoming book, and resources
Resources + Links:
Explore more about Angie Peacock and her work at angiepeacock.com
Watch Angie's videos and interviews on YouTube at Angie Peacock MSW
Watch Angie’s featured story in Medicating Normal: How Big Pharma Makes Healthy People Sick
Follow Angie’s RV healing journey on YouTube: Being Human RV
Connect with Angie
Instagram: @angiepeacockmsw
LinkedIn: Angela Peacock
TikTok: @angiepeacockmsw
Grow your brand, income, and impact!
Learn more on our website ellyandnoracreative.com
Connect with Sara on Instagram | @sarachamberscreative
For show notes, resources, and more, visit Chicks Who Give a Hoot
Follow along with the podcast on Instagram | @chickswhogiveahoot
Show Notes:
In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing Angie Peacock—an MSW, U.S. Army Veteran, and psychiatric drug withdrawal consultant. Angie opens up about her deeply personal journey, from being overmedicated with psychotropic drugs after serving in Iraq to reclaiming her life through holistic healing practices. She’s now a powerful advocate for mental health system reform.
You might recognize Angie from the documentary Medicating Normal, which highlights her story and sheds light on the broader issues surrounding trauma, overmedication, and the critical importance of informed consent and personal agency in mental health care. Our conversation dives into the value of self-reflection, the power of advocacy, and the many paths to healing that don’t always follow the traditional route.
00:00 Welcome to the Show
00:59 Meet Angie Peacock
02:29 Angie's Military Background and Overmedication
03:51 Healing Journey and Documentary
04:30 Coaching and Advocacy
05:23 Mental Health in the Military
07:03 Trauma and Mental Health System Critique
09:07 Personal Reflections and Systemic Issues
15:59 Situational Mental Health Challenges
17:13 The Problem with Informed Consent in Mental Health
19:25 Challenges of Coming Off Medication
20:30 The Impact of Medication on Personal Development
21:58 Medicating Normal: A Personal Story
26:19 The Power of Personal Narrative
28:28 Advocating for Yourself in Mental Health
30:47 Finding Healing and Self-Discovery
32:41 Practical Tips for Mental Health Advocacy
34:53 Conclusion and Resources