While
we might know that the images are Photoshopped, or that the models are
anorexic, that might not be enough to stop the negative self-talk.
1. Discover your top five favorites. Spend
some time thinking about who you are, and pick out the top five things
you love about yourself. They don’t all have to be about your body.
Write these top five things down, and tape the list to your mirror,
stick it on your dashboard or pin it to your purse. The moment you start
to feel bad about your body, read your list.
2. Avoid the magazines in the checkout aisle. Fashion and
gossip magazines can be a huge trigger for body insecurity. The moment
we see how beautiful and skinny people look in magazines, we start to
feel like we don’t measure up and never can. While we might know that
the images are Photoshopped, or that the models are anorexic, that might
not be enough to stop the negative self-talk. The best course is to
avoid those triggers completely. So resist the temptation to flip
through those mags on check-out, and catch up on Facebook instead.
3. Compliment, don’t criticize, others. This
article is about loving yourself, so why does it matter what you think
of other people? Well, if you are always judging others, then you
probably expect other people to judge you. In turn, this might increase
your concern about your body. And if your habit is to judge others, then
you probably judge yourself as well. While judging others might give
you a temporary feeling of superiority, constantly criticizing can have
serious long-term effects for you. The kinder you are to others, the
kinder you will be to yourself.
4. Monitor your thoughts. Be
consciously aware of self-talk. Whenever you catch yourself with
negative thoughts, switch gears and practice letting go of whatever
limiting thoughts may be drifting to and fro your mind. Only focus on
the thoughts that fuel positivity and self-acceptance because your life
is a mirrored reflection of your relationship with yourself.
5. Eat foods that nourish your body and mind. If
combo meal number 4 is more your style, you’re more likely to be
someone who strives for instant gratification over long-term health.
Chips, soda, fast food or other forms of “junk” may be pleasurable for a
few moments, but it usually isn’t too long before before self-judgement
and guilt creep in. Rather than eating with the mindset of what sounds
good now, focus on what will help you feel good afterwards.
6. Define your own self-worth. When
you let people define your self-worth, you give away your power.
Rebuild your self-esteem by letting go of all your past mistakes and low
points you have experienced. Once you define your own worth, the need
to prove yourself to the other people will dissipate as you blind the
world with your most radiant and authentic self.
7. Focus on your uniqueness. Each body is as unique as a fingerprint. Spend some time thinking about what you do like
about your body. Spend some time each day focusing on your uniqueness.
As you become more comfortable with it, you will develop a confidence
that will translate into a thriving relationship.
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