Write down 5 things you love about your body that have nothing to do with appearance (e.g., "I love my strong legs," "I love my quick reflexes").
Body negativity is often internalized fatphobia. It is the voice that says, "You are too big for that chair," or "Don't wear that bathing suit until you lose five pounds." Write down 5 things you love about your
Do nothing. Literally. Rest. Nap. Lay on the couch. In a culture that worships hustle, rest is a radical act of self-compassion. The Long View: Sustainability Over Shame The reason diets fail 95% of the time is not because people are weak. It is because diets are biologically unsustainable. Restriction triggers starvation mode, which triggers bingeing. Shame cycles continue. Literally
Curate your feed. Unfollow 3 accounts that make you feel bad. Follow 3 body positive or HAES-aligned accounts. Lay on the couch
Throw away your scale. Or, at least, put it in a box in the garage. You cannot focus on wellness if you are chasing a number.
If the thought of running makes you want to cry, don’t run. Try roller skating. Try dancing in your kitchen. Try lifting weights because it makes you feel powerful, not because you want smaller arms. Try gentle yoga to feel the stretch in your spine. Try walking while listening to a fascinating audiobook.