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Body Image
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Hi, this is my first post so I thought I'd start off with something important to me. I've struggled with body image for years, criticizing things I can't change and ignoring the things that I can. I've faced body shaming from people I know and from strangers online. Today I'd like to say that I am done with this. I am done with feeling bad about how I look. Today, I am going to start focusing on being myself and accepting who I am. I am going to focus on becoming a better person on the inside. If anyone feels like they aren't good enough, I am here for you. Each and every one of you is special and beautiful in your own way. And if you don't believe that yet, then I am here for you every step of the way.
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im sorry you've had to go through this, but im so proud of you for choosing to focus on yourself now
so proud of you for posting this and choosing to accept who you are
I'm proud of you for opening up to us as I know it isn't easy, and what you are going through is really difficult, and I know as I am going through it myself. You are inspiring in the way that you speak, and I really hope that things get better for you soon! You sound like a really strong person!
Take care,
Butterfly x
hi @LuluSlider
I love love love this post! We should all embrace our bodies - flaws and all - and take some time to focus on the amazing things our bodies do for us!
The Mix has some great articles about body image and body positivity too to keep us inspired:
https://www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/body-image-and-self-esteem/heres-how-i-learned-to-love-my-body-28633.html
https://www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/body-image-and-self-esteem/building-self-esteem-5940.html
https://www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/looking-after-yourself/being-positive-6284.html
Also check out this amazing charity Body Gossip "that combines Arts and Education to empower every body to be the best version of themselves and rock their own brand of gorgeous.":
https://www.bodygossip.org/home