TRIGGER WARNING: Today’s discussion touches on body image, eating disorders, and struggles with addiction. Please take care while listening. Hi, Heal Squad! In today’s powerful Part 2 episode, we’re continuing our conversation with singer-songwriter Avery, who bravely shared her battle with Ozempic addiction after Hollywood pressured her to change her body. If you haven’t done so yet, be sure to listen to Part 1, where Maria and Avery discuss the dangers of the so-called miracle weight loss drug. Right now, Avery is opening up the healing journey she’s embarking on to better her health and recover from her osteoporosis diagnosis. With Heal Squad’s support and inspiration, Avery tells Maria how she is choosing recovery over resistance, using her unexpected viral attention to become the catalyst for real change. Maria also shares her 5 powerful tips she swears by to stay positive and find joy through the healing process... Today's episode is an inspiring testament to resilience, healing, and the power of reclaiming your health. We hope you enjoy it. HEALERS & HEAL-LINERS:  The Strength in Vulnerability: Avery's decision to share her journey with the world shows how being open and vulnerable can create an opportunity for growth, healing, and connecting with others.  The Power of Support : Avery credits Maria and the Heal Squad team for offering the inspiration to make the decision to enter rehab. Choose Wonder Over Worry: Maria uses this daily, shifts mindset from fear and uncertainty to curiosity and hope. Embracing wonder allows you to view the unknown with an open mind and heart, and can fuel hope and drive positive actions. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront AquaTru: https://aquatruwater.com/ code: HEALSQUAD AirDoctor: https://airdoctorpro.com/ code: HEALSQUAD Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Sleep Number: https://www.sleepnumber.com/ EPISODE LINKS: Avery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/averyofficial/?hl=en Avery Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/averyofficial Listen To Avery’s Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/avery/1441824778 National Alliance For Eating Disorders: https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/ NEDA: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 or text Crisis Text Line: “HOME” to 741-741. ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.