What is Goodself?

Goodself (www.goodself.com) is a first-of-its-kind obesity/weight management-only social media platform with an ecosystem of vetted Experts and health-focused communities. We’re taking a comprehensive and holistic approach to education and community to destigmatize conversations around weight and create a safe and inclusive space. Goodself offers a variety of health-related features including Expert-only led talks, support groups, gamified challenges, courses, and a feed with posted health content (pictures, videos, text posts), all designed to create a whole supportive and credible ecosystem around obesity, weight management, and related chronic conditions with the goal of increasing health engagement, compliance, and education to ultimately improve health outcomes. Goodself is available as a free app in both the iOS and Google Play stores, along with a desktop version. You can learn more at www.goodself.com

Who is Goodself for?

Goodself is for anyone who is on their health journey - and is designed to provide a safe and supportive space for individuals who are looking for reliable information and a community that understands and embraces their unique challenges when it comes to weight management, obesity, and related conditions. We welcome people of all shapes, sizes, backgrounds, and experiences.

We believe in destigmatizing conversations surrounding weight and creating an inclusive environment where you can freely share your thoughts and experiences without fear of shame or judgment.

At Goodself, we believe that health is about more than just the number on the scale. We're here to support you in your journey towards better overall well-being, providing you with the tools, resources, and community you need to feel empowered on your health journey. So, no matter what your health goals are, we invite you to join our community.

How are we different?

Over the years, we have seen a growing need for a safe and supportive space to talk about weight and obesity-related conversations, and to empower individuals to embrace their journey towards better health, free from the fear of shame or judgment.

We also recognize that the landscape of weight management is evolving, with obesity now being recognized and accepted as a complex, chronic condition and becoming increasingly prevalent, along with the rise of prescription weight-loss medications. While these medications can play a role in treatment plans, we understand that they are just one piece of the puzzle and that education and community are the cornerstones of sustainable change.

Here's how we make a difference:

We believe that together, we can break down barriers and create a positive, inclusive space for everyone.

Why join Goodself?

We recognize that in today's world, there is an abundance of misinformation surrounding obesity and weight management. It's rare to come across conversations that approach the topic from a holistic perspective, taking into account the whole person and underlying factors that affect weight. By joining Goodself, you become part of a community that shares your passion for health and values you as an individual. Goodself provides a platform with access to vetted experts who specialize in various areas of health and wellness, credible and evidence-based information, as well as communities of like-minded individuals to find support, motivation, and encouragement as you navigate your health journey.

Is there an age restriction for this app?

We are currently only offering access to this app to individuals who are 18 years old or more.

Will the app be available for both iOS and Android?

Absolutely! Goodself is available for free on both the App Store and Google Play. You can also access the app online through a desktop version. This way, you can conveniently engage with our platform across your preferred devices and stay connected wherever you are.