All women have body issues, somethings we can change and somethings we cannot. We as women need to learn to love the things about us that we cannot change. Learning to love your body is one of the most important steps to improving your self esteem. While reading Women's Voices Feminist Visions, I came across an activity focused on learning to love yourself.
High self esteem is important to your mental and physical health, in attempt to improve the way you view yourself, attempt the following techniques:
1.Recognize your special qualities - make a list of things you like about yourself, all of your positive qualities. (Excluding your physical traits).
2.Put your body back together - Most women categorize their bodies into two parts, the "I hate this, this, and that" and the "I like this, and that." Learn to appreciate your body, it is the only one you will have, love it.
3.Remember the kid inside of you - Stop worrying about everything! Remember when you were younger and it was ok to make mistakes, just give yourself a break every once an a while.
4.Enjoy your food - Don't deprive yourself of food you enjoy, eat it in moderation. Food taste good, so enjoy it.
5.Indulge in body pleasures - Get a massage, buy some new perfume you like, or get a manicure/pedicure.
6.Speak positively - Don't put yourself down and don't think negatively about yourself. Fight back any negative comments and completemt yourself more.
7.See the world realistically - Don't compare yourself to other people, it will just make you more self conscious.
8.Dress in clothes that fit - When you are buying clothes, shop for your body shape, not how you want your body to be shaped. Our clothes are made to make us feel good, not something to hide our bodies. Appreciate your body!
9.Be active - Be active, not only is it good for your body, it also makes you feel good.
10.Thrive - Strive to make your life fulfilling.
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