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Because I Love My Body

Because I Love My Body

Nomi Ellenson

Welcome to ‘Because I Love My Body’, the podcast where we explore the world of boudoir photography, body awareness, self-empowerment, and much more. Nomi is here to have open, casual conversations about topics that aren't widely discussed, empowering women to embrace their authenticity and feel more confident in their own skin. Join Nomi every Monday morning to celebrate womanhood, beauty, and empowerment in all its forms.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Because I Love My Body episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Because I Love My Body for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Because I Love My Body episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Because I Love My Body - Ep. 4 Why We Struggle With Body Shame and How to Overcome It
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11/11/24 • 25 min

Nomi uses the example of Adam and Eve and modern media to show why so many women feel shame and guilt about their bodies.

Stories like Adam and Eve have painted women as sources of temptation and blame, reinforcing body shame.

Nomi connects these themes to current societal pressures, exploring how they shape women’s self-image and what steps can be taken to change this.

Nomi then speaks with her client Makeda, who celebrated her 60th birthday with a boudoir session. They discuss how embracing one’s body and sensuality at any age can be a powerful act of self-acceptance.

Makeda shares her journey of challenging stereotypes on aging and femininity and feeling empowered in her own skin.

In the "Ask Nomi" segment, Nomi explains how she protects the privacy of her clients' boudoir images to keep these special photos secure.

Timestamps:

00:00 Modern Day Shame and Sexuality 06:15 Client Interview: Makeda's Boudoir Experience 21:57 Ask Nomi: Ensuring Photo Privacy

Thank you so much for listening! Don’t forget to rate the show and subscribe if you enjoyed it!

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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Because I Love My Body - Ep. 5 How I Built My Boudoir Photography Business from Scratch
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11/18/24 • 35 min

Nomi often gets asked how she got into boudoir photography, so she thought she'd share her story with you today!

Nomi discusses the challenges she faced juggling multiple jobs and navigating difficult work environments, and how these experiences ultimately pushed her toward a path focused on empowering women.

She then talks about her commitment to creating a safe space for women to feel beautiful and confident in their own skin, as well as the positive impact boudoir sessions have on clients' self-image.

Nomi speaks with her client Brenda, who shares her transformative experience with boudoir photography, celebrating her journey of self-love and body confidence.

In the “Ask Nomi” segment, Nomi answers a listener’s question about what “sexy” means to her!

Timestamps:

00:00 My Story of Becoming a Boudoir Photographer

14:49 Client Chat: Brenda's Boudoir Experience

30:57 Ask Nomi: What Does Sexy Mean?

Thank you so much for listening to another episode of ‘Because I Love My Body’! If you have any feedback, please share it with Nomi on Instagram. See you next week!

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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In this episode of Because I Love My Body, Nomi opens up about the power of boudoir photography and why it’s about so much more than just photos.

She talks about her journey as a boudoir photographer, the care she puts into creating a safe and supportive space, and how the experience helps clients connect with their bodies.

Nomi is joined by her client Kristen, who shares her story of doing four boudoir sessions, each at a different point in her life. Kristen talks about how these sessions have helped her embrace her body, feel confident, and celebrate her beauty.

Finally, in the "Ask Nomi" segment, Nomi answers a listener's question about how she makes sure her clients feel comfortable during their shoot, which is so essential for getting the most out of each session.

Timestamps:

  • 00:00 Everything you need to know about having a boudoir shoot
  • 08:17 Client interview: Looking at our bodies and health and the impact a boudoir session can have on you
  • 40:49 Ask Nomi: How do I ensure that my clients feel comfortable and confident during the session?

Thank you so much for listening to another episode of Because I Love My Body. Make sure to rate the show and subscribe if you enjoyed today’s episode. See you next week!

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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Because I Love My Body - Ep. 1 Celebrating Your Body at Any Age with Boudoir Photography
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11/04/24 • 27 min

Welcome to the very first episode of 'Because I Love My Body’!

Nomi is so excited to have you here and kicks off the episode by taking a mindful moment to pause and be with yourself.

Nomi shares where she is in her life at the moment and the significant changes that have taken place.

She then chats with her incredible client Irene, who at 74 years old, decided to book a boudoir session as a gift to herself.

Irene talks about her journey with her body, recovering from an eating disorder, and how she is embracing her body as it ages.

Finally, in the ‘Ask Nomi’ segment, Nomi answers listeners' questions about her retouching policy in boudoir photography.

Timestamps:

  • 00:00 – Welcome and introduction
  • 01:52 – Nomi’s life update
  • 06:05 – Interview with client Irene about her boudoir experience and body journey
  • 25:11 – "Ask Nomi" segment: What is your retouching policy?

Thank you so much for listening to the very first episode of ‘Because I Love My Body’! If you have any feedback, please share it with Nomi on Instagram. See you next week!

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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Because I Love My Body - Ep. 3 Orgasms, Pleasure and Rachel’s Inspiring Story
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11/04/24 • 43 min

Let’s talk about Orgasms!

This isn’t something that is discussed openly, but Nomi shares her insights on the importance of pleasure in feeling empowered and connected with your body.

She talks about the different types of orgasms—clitoral, G-spot, and cervical—and how women can cultivate a deeper connection with their bodies through self-pleasure.

In the second half of this episode, Nomi is joined by her client Rachel, who shares her journey of undergoing a preventative double mastectomy and how the boudoir session helped her memorialize her body before surgery and celebrate her choice to take control of her health.

In the "Ask Nomi" segment, Nomi answers a listener’s question about what clients typically do with their boudoir photos after a session!

Timestamps:

  • 00:00 – Let’s discuss orgasms: clitoral, G-spot, and cervical
  • 15:26 – Interview with Rachel: Memorializing her body before surgery with boudoir photography
  • 40:41 – "Ask Nomi" segment: What do clients do with their boudoir photos?

Link to yoni egg: https://amzn.to/40o8C9F

Thank you so much for listening! Don’t forget to rate the show and subscribe if you enjoyed it!

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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You’ve heard about body positivity before, but it’s not realistic to always feel positive about your body.

In today’s episode, Nomi discusses the concepts of body positivity, body neutrality, and body liberation.

She explains the differences between each, how they intersect, and why they’re all essential tools for building a healthy relationship with our bodies.

Nomi also discusses how boudoir photography aligns with these philosophies by offering a space to celebrate and embrace bodies of all shapes and sizes.

Nomi then chats with a recent boudoir client, Wani, who shares how her photoshoot was a transformative experience in embracing her authentic self and how she could see both feminine and masculine energy come through in the shoot.

The episode finishes with the “Ask Nomi” segment, where Nomi breaks down the concepts of masculine and feminine energy and how these energies play a role in daily life.

Timestamps:

  • 00:00 – Body positivity, neutrality, and liberation
  • 14:03 – Client interview: Wani celebrates her 40th birthday with a boudoir photography session
  • 27:21 – “Ask Nomi” segment: What is masculine and feminine energy?

Thank you so much for listening! Don’t forget to rate the show, subscribe and share it on Instagram! See you next week.

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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Because I Love My Body - Welcome to ‘Because I Love My Body’
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10/30/24 • 1 min

Welcome to ‘Because I Love My Body’, the podcast where we explore the world of boudoir photography, body awareness, self-empowerment, and much more.

Nomi is here to have open, casual conversations about topics that aren't widely discussed, empowering women to embrace their authenticity and feel more confident in their own skin.

Join Nomi every Monday morning to celebrate womanhood, beauty, and empowerment in all its forms.

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boudoirbynomi/

Website: https://boudoirbynomi.com/

Schedule a consult: https://calendly.com/boudoirbynomi/boudoir-envisioning-call?month=2024-05

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Because I Love My Body - Ep. 8 The BMI is Racist

Ep. 8 The BMI is Racist

Because I Love My Body

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12/09/24 • 24 min

Today Nomi is going to chat about the history and flaws of the Body Mass Index (BMI). She discusses how the BMI is an outdated, oversimplified, and biased metric that fails to account for the diversity of human bodies. From its origins 200 years ago by a Belgian mathematician to its problematic application in modern health metrics, Nomi challenges its relevance and gives you permission to throw it out the window!

In the Ask Nomi segment, she shares the most rewarding aspects of being a boudoir photographer.

And to finish up, Nomi has an inspiring chat with her client Nicole, a bodybuilder who shares how boudoir photography has helped her celebrate her body at different stages of her life. Nicole opens up about her journey to self-love, overcoming body image struggles, and finding joy in her 40s and 50s.

Timestamps:

00:00 The Truth About BMI

05:16 Ask Nomi: The Rewards of Boudoir Photography

06:50 Client Interview: Nicole's Boudoir Experience

NY Times article on BRI mentioned: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/06/health/body-roundness-index-bmi.html

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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Because I Love My Body - Ep. 7 Let’s Embrace That Main Character Energy
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12/02/24 • 27 min

Embracing this mindset of main character energy will transform how you show up in your life!

Nomi chats about becoming the hero of your own story and stepping into your main character energy so you can live a life filled with confidence and self-love.

In the Ask Nomi segment, she shares who you should do a boudoir shoot for, and the answer is simple—YOURSELF! Specifically, the three versions of yourself: past, present, and future.

To end the episode, Nomi chats with Shaina and Kate, who share the impact their boudoir sessions have had on their lives and their experience of doing a shoot in Jamaica.

Timestamps:

  • 00:00 Embracing Main Character Energy
  • 10:06 Ask Nomi: Who Do You Do a Boudoir Shoot For?
  • 12:38 Interview with Shaina and Kate

If this episode inspired you, make sure to rate the show, subscribe, and share it with a friend!

Thanks for listening—see you next week!

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

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Because I Love My Body - Ep. 9 Trusting My Body After Miscarriage
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12/16/24 • 31 min

Nomi opens up today about her experience of having a miscarriage and how she has navigated the emotional and physical challenges that came with it.

She shares how she is learning to trust and love her body, even when it doesn’t do ‘what it’s supposed to do,’ and the importance of honoring where she is emotionally and physically each day as part of her healing journey.

Later in the episode, Nomi speaks with her SoulCycle instructor and boudoir client, Chanel. Chanel shares her journey from professional dance to fitness, the transformative power of music and movement, and her experience during her boudoir session with Nomi.

Together, they reflect on the profound connection between movement, self-expression, and body empowerment.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Healing from miscarriage

15:30 – Client chat with Chanel about how to connect with your body

Connect with Chanel:

Instagram: chanelnicoleofficial

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: boudoirbynomi

Schedule a consult: here

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of ‘Because I Love My Body’. Make sure to rate it 5 stars and share it with a friend if you enjoyed!

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How many episodes does Because I Love My Body have?

Because I Love My Body currently has 10 episodes available.

What topics does Because I Love My Body cover?

The podcast is about Visual Arts, Podcasts and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Because I Love My Body?

The episode title 'Ep. 3 Orgasms, Pleasure and Rachel’s Inspiring Story' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Because I Love My Body?

The average episode length on Because I Love My Body is 29 minutes.

How often are episodes of Because I Love My Body released?

Episodes of Because I Love My Body are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Because I Love My Body?

The first episode of Because I Love My Body was released on Oct 30, 2024.

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