Let’s face it, no matter how pretty we look there’s always something or the other that we want to change about our body. It could be the bulges, the pigmentation, the crooked nose or simply being too skinny. But don’t let these physical traits define who you are. Being body positive is the new cool and we totally support it. Here are 25 awesome ways to stop shunning your body and being positive because trust us, beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder.
1. Being critical of yourself is good but only to an extent, don’t overdo the self criticism bit. Try not to be too mean to yourself especially for the way your body is.
2. Don’t compare your body with someone else’s. Each body has its own pros and cons to deal with.
3. Look in the mirror and point out the good things about the image you see instead of the bad. It’s a good way to begin being body positive.
4. Celebrate your flaws. Stretch marks, pigmentation and tan are proof of all your memorable experiences like childbirth and camping on the hill top. Celebrate those!
5. Don’t take your weight too seriously it’s simply a number.
6. Don’t pay too much attention to clothes sizes. Your size may vary from fabric to fabric and style to style.
7. Accept compliments with poise because you deserve all the praises that come your way.
8. Don’t weigh yourself too often. Checking your weight often will get you stressed, so avoid.
9. Embrace all the impossible things your body can do. Your body is awesome and it can do so many cool things like walk on your head, lift heavy weights and more, embrace it.
10. You may not like every part of your body and that’s alright. Accept it and move on.
11. Don’t limit your body to issues. Don’t stop wearing your favourite style because you have weight issues, as long as you can carry it, wear it.
12. Exercise only to feel better. The minute you shift your focus to losing weight you’ll stop appreciating your body.
13. Don’t have goals that deal with your appearance. Your looks should not be your prime concern.
14. Have positive influences. Surrounding yourself with positive influences will help you stay motivated.
15. Find a support group to keep you motivated. Like-minded people who will encourage you could be a real help.
16. On particularly happy days, celebrate. Don’t stop yourself from indulging in that chocolate pastry, it’s okay to treat yourself sometimes.
17. Don’t think about how you were when you were younger. Our bodies change as we grow older and comparing yourself to the older version is pointless.
18. Shop for clothes you feel good in. Spend money on clothes that make you feel and look good instead of those that you wish to fit in. This will help you be truly body positive.
19. Stop body shaming. Not only should you stop body shaming people you should also proudly sport your favourite trends and ask other to stop judging too.
20. Remember that your worth is more than just your weight. You are smart, witty and beautiful so don’t ever forget that.
21. Your body has been through a lot so appreciate it every once in a while. A spa day may be good to make your body feel loved.
22. Have the ‘I don’t care’ attitude. Stop worrying about what the world thinks it really doesn’t matter.
23. Remind yourself that beauty is a state of mind and not body.
24. Shut down those voices in your head that make you feel bad about your body.
25. Use your time and energy for something more worthwhile than thinking about food, calories and the weighing scale.
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