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When I had a negative body image, I thought that I just hated my body. But in reality, I hated many parts of myself. To me, being thin didn’t just mean a hotter body. It meant I’d be a different person. I’d be more adventurous, more outgoing, prettier, more popular.

A flat stomach meant that I’d be less fearful. Thin thighs meant that I’d be stronger. Small hips meant I’d be 100 percent confident.

Either way, I thought changing my shape could bring about a change in personality – and a change in my life, in its structure, vibrancy and excitement.

And being prettier would finally bring me peace.

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So, today, I challenge you to dig deeper. Ask yourself, what does your negative body image reveal? If you opened up the many layers – and yes, most times, there are many – of your body bashing, what emotions, experiences, ideas and rules would spill out?

If you’re apprehensive about opening up the flood gates, just start with a ripple. Consider what being thinner means to you. What would be different if you were thin? What exactly is the reason your body image is so negative? How would your life change if you liked your body (and yourself)?

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What a Negative Body Image Really Is  (via riotrhythms)

- From personal experience - it’s a really wonderful place when you get to the other side and realize what losing weight is to you (to me it’s healthier living), and you can still be confident in the person you will still be on the thin side of life. -

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