Episode 12 - Body Confidence on Reality TV

In this week’s episode, Natalie and Deepti get real and raw talking about body image and confidence. They reveal what it’s like to be under the public magnifying glass, their public and private struggles, and how they’ve learned to love themselves.

[@janicehull8017]

Deepti, no matter what anyone has to say to or about you. Just know that “You Are THAT Girl”. ❤

[@ilovepeanuts6]

I know this was posted months ago, but both of your confidence speaks volumes. You two are so beautiful, inside and out. ❤

[@araverse]

It is so relatable when they both open up about triggers and their relationship with food and body image issues.

[@noormashriki4190]

My two favorite gals ! Let people talk shit, let’s build a community of self love and loving others. We need more kind people on this earth! You two radiate amazing energy . Love you !

[@sarahgumball8597]

Thank you for sharing your stories! I’ve struggled with body image in my life. Someone in my family would always favor other body types. This person told me if I wanted surgery one day that that would be ok. It made me sad when this person would say that because I didn’t want surgery and I never got any. I’ve been told many hurtful things and I would just look in the mirror and tell myself “God made me this way, he makes no mistakes” my faith in God really helped me love myself, in a world that tries to tear you down remember the one who created you , the artist, he handcrafted you , he wanted you to be on this earth so he literally made you just How you are because he wanted you. Me believing this has really helped my confidence It’s not always easy but trust me the more you tell yourself how wonderful you are, you will start believing it! ❤️ Put up positive post it’s in your room surround you with good people who lift you up, you got this ladies and gents

[@appopoo]

loved this episode. So incredibly relatable. And sad to hear more about what behind the scenes during your season of Love is Blind. Deepti I'm o glad you are out of that environment now. You are so incredibly gorgeous!!

[@rosierayyy]

It’s so funny to hear you both talk about being “normal” casts cause I was out here watching like of course they picked these women they’re all so pretty. Lol but I do love that you weren’t on the show to become famous and are normal people in that sense ❤

[@Godiswith_HER]

I love the honesty. You both were my favorites on the show because I found that you guys were real and did not put on a show for the camera. I can’t even speak my biggest insecurities aloud. You guys are amazing ❤

[@yessenia2440]

So happy you both were so open about this topic. I also like the self care advice towards the end on how y’all stay confident ❤

[@banandababa]

I know you guys have developed your self confidence and it’s a lifelong journey but it’s so strange to me to hear about your insecurities because genuinely I think Deepti has Disney princess like pretty features and Natalie just exudes elegance and classic beauty. It’s sucks that society standards makes women feel less than!

[@rketek]

Totally agree!!

[@kittyologyful]

agreed with all of this :)

[@yazminrc]

Both are 10 out of 10. Love your exotic beauty, classy, natural and healthy look.

[@shelsyvaloy7752]

that was beautifully accurate, omg.

[@pamelavargas01]

You both are beautiful inside & out!

[@vanessahobbes3072]

“Slow burn” is one of my favorite types of romance novels actually! I love the build up. Also, when I think of slow burn I picture starting a campfire…it starts off with a spark and then builds to hot fire flames..if that helps the phrase make more sense.

[@bulbasaurous_]

I find it so wild people criticized deepti's nose. I always thought her nose was so stinking cute!! ❤

[@rezzieggg]

Right???

[@macymiller3417]

Noooooo, both of you girls are perfect!! All of those features never made me think anything negative. Your features are unique and you!! 🫶

[@sarahgumball8597]

When I first saw deepti I thought “wow she looks like princess belle” and Natalie I just thought how beautiful you glow !

[@rketek]

😂😂😂 let's see the comments when both of you are 55 and still gorgeous with smooth skin and beautiful coloring!! I love your voices, your normalness, honesty. Both of you have particularly beautiful eyes and lips! different but gorgeous in their own way!

[@mon-il9kr]

This is the 3rd episode I’m listening too & i love it! The way you guys have handled yourself after going through what you did is amazing & inspiring ✨

[@Elise_Ruppert77]

Thanks for talking about this topic! Deepti is so right about other people pointing out your flaws. I had someone tell me once that I have cankles and I've never looked at them the same. Weirdest insecurity ever, but it's there now 😅

[@brittanywhite334]

Yo I swear!!! Someone told me once I had chubby earlobes. Wtf kinda insecurity is that to have gained!!! But I was weird about them for years after that

[@Elise_Ruppert77]

@Brittany White That is so weird for someone to point out!!! Hate that. I'm sure your earlobes are lovely ❤️

[@lmsmith015]

While Natalie is "right" about slow burns, Deepti's points are more logical, and I've always found the phrase odd.

[@macymiller3417]

Agreed

[@Anounceof]

Same!

[@newgeneration1234]

the one time Natalie is optimistic

[@vickisanantonio13]

@@newgeneration1234😂😂 and the saying is literally the opposite

[@dozydreamstarot]

Yeah it was kind of a matter of half glass full or empty approach. The inclination of "burn" alludes to like what Deepti said, that fuel is being expended and will eventually run out. But in terms of what people usually mean by a slow burn relationship is merely just taking things slow rather than whirlwind attraction that fizzles out fast. What I usually prefer for these burn analogies is that they can refer to the stages one goes through such as the honeymoon stage where some people snap out of the stage faster than others.

[@danielakehler]

Thank you both for sharing such truths! Love to hear about your personal growth and securities! Stay the way you are!

[@shelsyvaloy7752]

I am literally not kidding you guys, YOU BOTH ARE STUNNING! SO INSANELY BEAUTIFUL. PEROD.

[@camilaiara.9490]

Have you guys watched season 2 of Love is Blind Brazil? There was a guy who almost fainted (LITERALLY) at the reveal, because his fiancée wasn't thin. Disgusting behaviour.

[@brittanywhite334]

What!!!

[@donteverfckwithmyvibe]

That was so sad

[@lololololololo497]

I did watch it, and then he said she was too strong for him. So lame.

[@hannahhuemoeller4984]

Hello Deeps and Natalie. My husband I just discovered the LIB show on Netflix this week and we both commented on how beautiful you are, how well you both dressed and can’t believe the terrible things people write. I was raised to respect people no matter what. I am terribly sorry that you guys haven’t found a husband yet because you guys sound great. Marriage is so hard and you grow so much as a person to learn how to be a wife and raise a family and it changes you in a big way. I’m sorry you guys are having to freeze your eggs because the time crunch on being a woman. All the best to you both even though you’ll probably never read my comment.

[@barbarawiacek6557]

The people who comment on someone else's perceived physical flaws are projecting their own insecurities. It's never about the other person, but about how they are unaware of their own complexes. This is what Shake did to Deepti. It's sad. I would never have thought that either of them looks bad in any way. It's crazy. They are two beautiful women with beautiful, healthy bodies. People don't recognize how they should be grateful for just being youthful and healthy.

[@winter8646]

As an aqua girly myself, I can understand where Deepti is coming from ♒️. Definitely loved this episode 🩵🙏🏽

[@jilliancastle4885]

Thank you for addressing this. I relate strongly to your views of owning your own bodies.

[@EbonyNikitaElegance]

I love the honesty. I definitely felt the same way growing up & wanting validation & compliments from guys. All of my friends & family always told me I was pretty, but I would compare myself to my pretty bffs & who my crushes liked

[@msliltrinity]

@Out of the Pods Love that you can both disagree respectfully. I’ve always known a slow burn to be a slow build, but in a positive way. It’s just a distinction from an immediately intense attraction.

[@aichadii2614]

So candid podcast ! I love it ! Deepti I think you should do a podcast about your book, your could help a lot of people. Your book came out when there was the blackkash around your story with Abhi so I think it deserves a better understanding 🙏🏾☀️

[@isabelchanslor5116]

Just a real episode!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@juhayli9180]

Deepti loving the extra blonde in your hairr

[@PetiteCoquito]

You’re both so beautiful!!!! inside out❤

[@RebelFitz]

Love y'all! You both are absolutely perfect just the way you are. Thanks so much for being so vulnerable and open with us. Videos like these really mean a lot xoxoxo

[@michelem.saumberfield1743]

I think Deepti is adorable looking and I am so-so glad she is not buying into the whole nose job thing. And Natalie has a very graceful sort of Audrey Hepburn way about her. I am glad the two gals have each other. I do think supportive friends is extremely important. I too had eating disorders when I was a teen and early into my college years. I know all about wanting approval and also comparing myself to people I just never had the chance of looking like because of genetics. I also wanted a nose job when I was younger, but never got one. In some photos, Princess Diana's nose looks large and in others not. But who cares! Her nose is NOT what she was loved or not for....and it is not what she is remembered for either. I personally thought Zach was the most adorable guy both looks and personality wise....and yet Irina didn't seem to like him. Everyone likes something different. We just need to find "our person" who cherishes our overall package...inside and out. All relationships are difficult though, since no one is a perfect person day in and day out. I think that is the thing. People don't realize that sometimes relationships involve sacrifice....but it is worth it to have a good partner. I think too many people are looking for someone who will "make their life happy happy happy and near perfect". Like finding a mate is a CURE of some kind for all of life's ups and downs. And the funny thing is, the people who are critical of others are often the ones being dishonest or rather flawed themselves, I find. Finding a mate doesn't mean not having life problems. It means having someone to go through them with. I LOVE YOUR PODCAST SHOW!!!!

[@pixieinx]

We have a lot of sayings that sound violent so I get the confusion of “slow burn” from non readers/ folks unfamiliar with that category

[@vanessahobbes3072]

Natalie, if that woman was a doctor I seriously think she should be reported or something. I don’t know if there is a way to locate her LinkedIn and make a complaint to her workplace or what, but that should not stand. Especially in her profession, that repulses me.

[@ThePicapas]

I loved this episode!!!

[@daniellaventresca5424]

LOLLLLL, the slow-burn intro!!! I look at it the same way Natalie does, in the sense of not burning away, but burning more and higher and more fiercely. Like, you slowly started to build a fire (romance) together to create a large fire (massive love towards each other). Thats just my opinion though. Id rather the immediate attraction because I have no patience LOL! Aries fire-burning princess vibes.

[@pumpkinpie7864]

You girls are not average ✨stunning!!

[@CE98]

It is getting eerie how comfortable people are saying nasty things online, I looked at the LIB Reddit thread periodically and oh my god the things people say. I understand the concept of trolling but it makes me side eye the people I share space with at the grocery store. It’s bordering anti-social, the way people go about the internet. Deepti’s nose is literally Disney tier button nose. I think the internet hates women in general and have a weird expectation for all of us to look like Barbie’s no matter what career we have, let alone our preference for grooming. If someone told me to do my makeup a certain way I would ask them what makes them think i should add on being model beautiful to my already extensive list of responsibilities. I’m good lol. Makes me want to become an ogre and live in a swamp with 10 cats. That sounds nice.

[@aglayapiano]

Great episode! Deepti, off topic: love your hair! How to you keep low cool lights and avoid brassiness ? My highlights go yellow😮

[@hubabaloop]

Natalie “please” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Anounceof]

Natalie you are SO beautiful!

[@Liya-vo3yx]

I love you both keep shining ❤

[@macymiller3417]

Yayyyyy, I love your content!!!

[@DeannaTroyTravels]

I'm really interested in your setup. What program are you using for filming? Mics? Lighting? Natalie's camera is so crisp, I gotta know! Thanks so much!

[@LSK1]

Great!

[@rketek]

Comments about Natalie having a moon-face and short legs are RACIST. 😠

[@DeannaTroyTravels]

I thought Natalie's style was classy! People are so quick to judge non-super-trendy clothes

[@Godiswith_HER]

Same! Super classy

[@kajkas2528]

Honestly I have no idea why people are talking about avarage looking cast. I find you both super atractive 🤔

[@victoriamontesdeoca9735]

I mean Slow dancing in a burning room….

[@nononopenono]

ngl - it was hard for me to listen to this convo because despite how much each of you has struggled with it, you still talk as if being thin and losing weight makes you more worthy of respect. like the sentiment of "i'm happy and confident now that i lost all the weight". boo!

[@newworldlord643]

they have a right to feel good about their weightloss

[@Ginzy]

talking about issues doesnt always mean someone is totally healed or that they still aren't effected by pressure- what matters is feeling content in their health and bodies now too

[@priti235]

WOW Deepti girl so wrong lol. Slow burn romance??? hahaha

[@CE98]

I get where she was coming from, the literary term is for something to build up over time, she thought it was the opposite

[@lololololololo497]

Natalie did her lips

[@verasummers]

Thank you ladies for being so real and relatable we really need this 💗

[@akalilbu5412]

I loved this episode!!!