Yes, our society is obsessed with looks! That doesn't mean you have to buy into it. You decide what's beautiful! I truly believe that there are all kinds of beauty. I see it every day on the street.
What's the point of feeling beautiful on the outside if there's no substance inside? I wonder which comes first, self-esteem or beauty.
Please read on to learn more about body image. I challenge you this week to find one or two things that you like about your looks. Try to stop mirror checking. You look just fine. Maybe when you do look in the mirror you might practice saying, not bad...
Ilissa
Our society is obsessed with looks and weight, but that does not mean we have to passively accept the negative messages we receive about our bodies. In addition to the important tips listed in the book, here are other ways to empower yourself:
Experiment with what weight feels comfortable to you, rather than trying primarily to be thin. Find your “set point,” a weight where your body feels comfortable and will fight to remain. Accept weight variations throughout the life cycle.
Most of us judge each of our body parts individually -- my thighs are too fat, my breasts too droopy, my lips too thick. Try experiencing your body as a whole, rather than as separate parts that need improvement. Read more>>>
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