Summary:   In today’s episode, Diane is helping you set the foundation for self-love. This conversation is one for the books as she teaches you how to embrace your body (fitness goals achieved or not) and how to love yourself through your journey of transformation. Diane doesn’t hold back as she reveals the #1 reason why women are delaying their own happiness and how to find beauty beyond the non-physical achievements.  Key Takeaways:   03:09 - 1st step towards embracing the body you have 08:05 - Setting the foundation of self-love starts here 08:56 - 1st step to define your transformation goals 09:30 - You’re getting in your own way by doing this 11:11 - Ask yourself these 2 questions on your way to your goal 12:33 - Most of the changes you are seeking will start here 13:00 - This is the true definition of “body image”  15:30 - Why consuming social media content is affecting your mental health 16:50 - Why I disagree with coaches who say we should NOT celebrate all body types 18:03 - Finding beauty in your transformation journey 19:16 - Growth mindset vs. fixed mindset 22:02 - The power of journaling 26:42 - How to practice self-compassion when facing challenges 31:01 - Building a supportive environment 36:06 - Reframing setbacks and failures as learning experiences  39:03 - Are you celebrating non-physical achievements? Resources Mentioned:   Full Focus Journal   Connect with Diane:   GET ON MY E-MAIL NEWSLETTER HERE Instagram: dianeflores_IFBB_Pro YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  Ask me anything! E-mail: diane@venusfitnessstudio.com    Work with Diane:   Join the Sensual Dance Movement and feel confident in your skin The Goddess Body Project 12 week program Check out the New Client Offer at Venus  Apply to be on our Competition Team HERE Ditch Deprivation 12 week Diet Coaching Program Get your FREE backstage packing list for competition here   Fuel Your Body with the Goods:   Try Meal Prep Delivery with FitKitchen Code: Diane10  Try this Energy Shot from Magic Mind - Code: BBRadio Visit Titan Nutrition for the exclusive offer for BossBitch listeners *Promo code BossBitch at check out Visit HiYo for 20% off non-alcoholic beverages HERE  Fave Boss Bitch Protein Bars - Built Bars *Use Promo Code: “Diane” at check out Cured Nutrition Code: BossBitch Nutrishop Supplement Shop - Code: BossBitch (free shipping)   Dress Up & Show Up Like a Boss Bitch   For 15% off your purchase at Toxic Angels Bikinis use Code: Diane  Get $10 off Bombshell Sports Wear HERE For 15% off at Pseudo Force Studio Apparel, use Code: BossBitch Salty Savage Fitness Apparel Code: AmandaGlitters