Life gets so much better
when we stop wasting our time & energy on hating ourselves
Let me show you how
Personally, I’ve never met someone who truly loved their life, but hated their body. It just doesn’t happen. We put our lives on hold, waiting until we achieve the perfect body, but the goal post just keeps moving.
So, I want you to just imagine with me for a minute:
What if…?
everything you’ve been taught about bodies is misinformed?
What if…
Your body is perfect as it is right now simply because you are a human?
What if…
Your thoughts about your body no longer have to control your life?
What if…
by embracing your own amazingness you could have an impact on the world and how others embrace themselves?
What if…
You are here right now because you know you are meant for more than counting calories, fretting about numbers on a scale, and feeling frustrated every time you try on a piece of clothing?
What if…
Despite what the world thinks about bodies like yours, we could build up your resilience so you have the strength and confidence to push back against systems that strive to keep you down?
What if…
I could help you realize that being perfectly natural was enough?
Wouldn’t that be worth exploring?
Hiya! I’m Teri
I spent decades of my life wasting time & energy on changing my body, only to realize it was getting in the way of me changing the world. I kept promising myself that “when” my body would change to be more palatable to society, then I would take action, not realizing that it was never my body holding me back, but rather, it was my thoughts about my body getting in the way. It has taken a lot of self awareness, consistent practice, and creativity to help me challenge the beliefs & biases that I have so that I could focus on the difference I wanted to make in the world.
Now, I help other revolutionary women do the same.
As a manifesting generator, futuristic achiever, and frequent follower of my intuition, I have learned how to use all of my passions: photography, writing, content creation, speaking, podcasting, coaching, etc. to guide me on my mission:
Using creativity & education to help folks like you get curious & challenge the beliefs they hold about their bodies & selves so they can take action towards creating their most aligned and authentic life.
Scroll down to see what resources will help you on your way!
Learn more about body image through…
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Free Resources
Watch the infamous Tedx talk: 5 Reasons You Look Bad in Photos or download the various scripts + guides to help you move closer to body & self acceptance!
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Courses & Workshops
Ready to step into the knowing of how your body image impacts different areas of your life? Peruse the difference courses & workshops I offer. From body image & photography to Body Image Bootcamp, you will find the tools, resources, & education you are looking for at the link below!
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Reading
Dive into body image headfirst with my book The Geode Theory: Chipping Away at Body Image, learn how I managed to let go of shame from my younger years in Homecoming: Tales of Travel, Discovery & Self Acceptance, or find the right words to move you through whatever it is you are struggling with in 2200 Characters or Less!
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Photography
Ready to challenge your view of yourself? Join me for a Body Embrace session or checkout my past photography projects to help you see the beauty in diversity!
5 REASONS YOU LOOK BAD IN PHOTOS : THE TEDX TALK
Listen as I dispel the secrets behind why we hate the way we look in photos in this TedX Winnipeg talk!
What’s coming up?
The Body Chronicles: A 6 Month Art Project to Document Your Body
Join me in 2025 to learn how to use photography, art, and writing to explore, understand, and reshape your relationship with your body. This creative project will help you acknowledge what is, understand what was, and dream about what will be in regards to your relationship to your body. With ZOOM calls, emails & and accountability you will walk away with a glorious art book documenting the truth of your experience.
“You can stay uncomfortable where you are or get uncomfortable where you are going - but only one of those gets you closer to where you want to be.”
— Teri Hofford
I am no stranger to the discomfort that comes with swimming upstream to stay true to one’s authentic self.
Read more about my story with change here!
FROM THE BLOG
WHAT OTHER FOLKS
ARE SAYING
“Meeting Teri is an experience in itself . You know when you meet someone and you just want to be around their energy... this is one of those people.
What sets Teri apart is how she will navigate the complexities of self-image and empowerment. Teri tackles the hard questions and challenges the status quo. She encourages introspection and growth, understanding that true transformation arises from confronting discomfort. With her laughter, funny phrases, kindness, and boundless passion, she's not only reshaping boudoir photography but also paving the way for a more inclusive and compassionate world. Teri isn't just someone to follow – she's someone who's changing the world, one photograph at a time. I have met her a few times, been in an interview with her YouTube channel, she pushed me to look at things differently, I have read her books and taken her classes. I just wanted to shout you out and just fan girl a bit. YOU WILL CHANGE THE WORLD you already have.”
—Ashley Klemm, Ashley Klemm Boudoirs
“So often when we want to make a change we are confronted with the Squidge…an intense feeling in our bodies that we either ignore in an effort to stay in our comfort zone OR choose to listen to and see where it takes us.”
In fact, I made a whole damn podcast about it.
More of a video lover?
Take a walk through the videos on youtube - from candid chats about the realities of being a creative, video series to help the photographer wanting to improve their diversity, to helpful tips to master your mind!
Diversify the bodies you see in the media by giving me a follow!
How dressing for my Venus sign helped me elevate my “professional” look as a plus size woman.