5 Ways To Be Kinder To Your Body

5 WAYS TO BE KINDER TO YOUR BODY

Say something nice about the least favorite part of your body.

This is not a comment about its appearance. Rather, say something nice about the function of this part and how it serves you.

Use only soft, gentle touches on your skin.

No skin pinching, picking, stretching, or self harm.

Say something you are grateful for that your body can do!

How did your body serve you already today?

Listen and respond to your body cues.

Is it hungry? Thirsty? Tired? Notice what it's telling you and then go and give it what it wants.

Find movement or exercise that you ACTUALLY enjoy.

Not one that burns the most calories or gives you the most steps. If I were to talk directly to your body and ask it what feels good to it, what would it tell me?

Remember, you don’t have to love your body. Your body is just your vehicle to get you through your everyday activities. Learn more about body image counseling here. Looking for more personalized help in accepting your body and learn how to be kinder to yourself? Try talking with one of our body image experts and specialized therapists here.