Shirley Billigmeier: Nourish, Don’t Punish, a New Paradigm for Eating

Shirley Billigmeier: Nourish, Don’t Punish, a New Paradigm for Eating For many, the battle with weight feels like an endless cycle of hope and disappointment. As a teenager, Shirley Billigmeier experienced this struggle firsthand. Despite her efforts to shed pounds, the weight always seemed to return, leaving her frustrated and disheartened.  This struggle followed her all the way into college and persisted during her time as a schoolteacher, where she witnessed her students facing the same battle. Many were tormented by body image issues and unhealthy eating habits, which only compounded the challenges of puberty. These struggles made navigating the emotional and physical changes of adolescence even more difficult, leaving a lasting impact on their well-being.