Dear Body: What I Lost, What I Gained, and What I Learned Along the Way

I got this book last night at 7pm, had to take a break to put my kids to bed around 8-8:30, and finished the book at 11:30. It was so, so good. Brittany writes in a way that feels warm and connected. You get to see her, in a deep and raw way. The book is easy to read, she made it very accessible, in terms of the writing style. The content is challenging, dealing with molestation, abuse, education neglect, marital betrayal, suicidal thoughts, disordered eating, food addiction/eating to cope with emotions, and infant loss. Probably even more difficult content. I sobbed through at least one chapter.She is an amazing writer and an amazing story teller. People were right that she had big things to do with her life, and I'm sure I'm not the only one that needed her book, Dear Body.

Brittany, Brittany, Brittany… you did it again!!I’ve been following Brittany for a few years, have all her cookbooks and as soon as I heard about this book I preordered months in advance. Had no idea what it was about or if I would even be able to get through the first chapter. I am very picky on my book likes and what my mind lets me read, but I support everything Brittany has and is doing for the Instantloss community that even if I didn’t love this book, I wanted to support her so I ordered it. It arrived at the beginning of March and I waited until the middle of March to jump in. From the first chapter, I was hooked. I didn’t want to put it down. Getting an insight in her life before and leading up to the creation of Instantloss caught my attention. From family life and how she viewed her body, from relationship highs and lows, from struggles and hardships, from loving yourself enough to nourishing your body in all the right ways… It was beautifully written. There were a lot of smiles and some tears had throughout reading this book. It is truly an amazing book that kept me hooked until the end. I was actually sad to finish it. This is a book I didn’t know I needed to read but I am so thankful I did.

I have followed Brittany since before her first cook book was published. She is a down to earth and realistic person who inspires me. This book.... HER story... It made my heart hurt for her and also rejoice with her chapter by chapter. It felt like she was talking to me directly. The fact that she is willing to share her journey with us, to be so raw and vulnerable with us, just goes to show how much she wants to help others. This book inspires me to look at my own journey and to keep moving forward.100% recommend this as a good read. Just make sure you have some tissues handy, I will be reading this again once I get another box of tissues from the store haha!

I didn’t really know what to expect with this book, but I found it relatable on so many levels. SPOILER ALERT: For anyone who has experienced the pain, loneliness, and grief of pregnancy loss, being at war with your body, trying to find purpose in the midst of despair - Brittany’s story offers hope. Her raw honesty and brave articulation of the longings and pain that can seem so indescribable are a gift to the reader and a balm to wounded souls; you know you are not alone. Thank you for writing this book.

I couldn’t tell you why I bought this book. I think i came across an IG story on it. A week after i bought it, i’m writing this review.I had no idea who the author was, and yet i was immediately sucked into her story. I love the beginning of each chapter with a short passage to her body (or sometimes husband).Truthfully, my biggest fear after reading this book is that i try to change too much, too quick and it becomes unsustainable. But that is the exact opposite of what Brittany wants.She shares her story in hopes of encouraging the reader to make small changes, build on that, nourish out bodies, and eventually that would lead to big changes.I’m not sure we will ever go to her extremes (truthfully, i don’t want too 🫣) but i do want to live a healthier life. We shall see where God leads me.

Long time fan who now feels like a friend. Brittany bares her heart and soul in this and encourages us all to make friends with our body.

This book was truly amazing. I have been following Brittany for a while now and her story is truly magical. I couldn't put it down! I would sneak away any chance I got to just read as much as possible. It was inspiring and there were lots of parallels to my life....I felt so connected with her. I recommend this book to everyone, not just people that want to loose weight or want inspiration to loose weight. It's a life story and very well told! Thank you for writing this book, Brittany!

I’ve never found a blogger I relate to more than Brittany. Reading this book felt like someone was writing my story, not every chapter was the same as mine but lots of the feelings and experiences were the same. It felt like talking to a friend over coffee and sharing our deepest truths. This isn’t a how to lose weight fast book or even a diet book at all. It was a good reminder to be patient and loving to our bodies who carry us through so much.Writing under my husbands account so it’s viewing as Matt, but it’s his wife (me) who read this. I believe men and women could benefit from this book though.