Name: Author talk: Mary Pearson
Start: 2026-01-12T00:00:00+10:00
Location: Capalaba Library

Come along for an enlightening talk with author and social worker Mary Pearson, whose nonfiction book ‘Weighed Down’ is sure to resonate with anyone who struggles with their relationship with food. Mary’s book highlights often overlooked connections between mental health and healthy eating.
Free event. Bookings required.
About the book:
In 'Weighed Down,' Mary explores the impact of our internal dialogues, blending personal anecdotes with researched insights to create an empowering narrative around self-perception, beauty standards, and the ever-evolving landscape of health consciousness.
The narrative unfolds with co-author Brigitte Botten dissecting the misleading dichotomy of 'good' and 'bad' foods. The authors debunk the myth that certain foods bear a moral weight, emphasizing the inherent purpose each one serves in our bodies.
The book beckons readers to question the societal norms that dictate our relationship with food and our bodies, and urges a reconsideration of the language we use to describe our eating habits. 'Weighed Down' is not just a book but a call to revolutionize our understanding of beauty, health and self-worth.
About the author:
A graduate of Deakin University, Mary works as a Social Worker in North Queensland. Specialising in domestic violence and mental health, Mary is devoted to victim-survivors of abuse. A proud aunt, lover of the performing arts and keen traveller, Mary also enjoys adventures to Indonesia and around Australia.