In a world that often tells us who to be, Teri Hofford offers us another way: a journey of coming home to ourselves. Teri has long been a fierce advocate for body acceptance and a voice of compassion in the space of self-image and self-worth. Once known for her photography, she’s evolved her craft into a profound mission of teaching and, now, writing, encouraging us to reconnect with who we are beneath the surface.
Her latest book, Homecoming: Tales of Travel, Discovery, & Self-Acceptance, is a testament to her journey – both personal and universal. Through heartfelt stories of her travels and experiences, Teri invites readers to join her in untangling the deep-seated narratives about our bodies, our beauty, and our worth. Each story is laced with her humor and grit, yet she doesn’t shy away from the hard stuff. “Our bodies aren’t the problem,” she writes, “it’s the way we’ve been taught to look at them.”
This past year, Teri embarked on a coast-to-coast journey across Canada to share Homecoming with new and familiar faces, alongside WYLDER co-founder Aroha. Together, they connected deeply with audiences, sharing moments of laughter and tears, and weaving a tapestry of stories that celebrated each person’s unique path. With each stop, Teri and Aroha showed us that self-love is more than a slogan; it’s an ongoing journey that connects us all.
Teri’s message goes beyond appearances, inspiring us to redefine beauty for ourselves. Her earlier work, The Geode Theory, introduced us to the idea that we are all like geodes – seemingly ordinary on the outside, yet full of brilliance within. In Homecoming, she deepens this message, reflecting, “True beauty isn’t about being perfect; it’s about being present, and allowing yourself to take up space as you are.”
Teri’s authenticity resonates deeply with the values we hold at WYLDER. Through her words, we’re reminded of the power of rewilding our relationship with ourselves, releasing the limits we’ve internalized, and honoring the journey back to our true selves. Her voice is gentle yet powerful, inspiring each of us to “love the skin you’re in” by embracing self-worth and compassion.
If you’re ready to take your own journey of discovery, Homecoming offers that first step, a chance to reconnect with the beauty of being uniquely, unapologetically you. You can find Homecoming here and step into Teri’s world – a place where laughter, courage, and self-acceptance lead the way.
Learn more about Teri:
Website: terihofford.com
Instagram: @terihofford
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