By Bhavika

Challenging the "Perfect Body"

Do you ever compare your body with others and think that you want to be like them? This comparison will only let you see your flaws and ignore the positive aspects. Let me ask you a question: what is a perfect body according to you? Most of us must have described some very specific physical aspects that make a body look appealing. 

A perfect body isn't the one that looks good. A perfect body is one in which you feel confident. It makes you feel like yourself. A body that represents you. Your body does not need to look perfect It needs to be nourished, loved, and cared for. 

When I was young I hated the way my body used to look and constantly compared it to others. I used to judge my body and theirs and it turned out to be one of the biggest mistakes of my life. Judging your body only makes you feel inferior and makes you lose self-esteem. You need to stop judging your body based on weight, height, and structure and start loving it as it is. Self-love might seem like a difficult task but it's the best thing you can do for yourself. Challenging the notion of the "perfect body" is an important step towards promoting body acceptance and positive body image.

Here are some tips and tricks to get you started on your journey: 

• Leave the comparison out. Never compare yourself with anyone else. 
• Do not pressurize yourself to fit in with society's criteria of a perfect body. Expand your definition of beauty. Embrace a more inclusive and diverse perspective
• Do not judge yourself based on what others think about you. 
• Focus on health and well-being. Nourish your body with good food, love, and kindness. Exercise regularly and keep your body in check.
• Recognize the influence of media and culture
• Challenge your own beliefs and biases about body image and beauty. Question the standards and expectations you hold for yourself and others.
• Cultivate a mindset of self-acceptance and self-compassion. Embrace and appreciate your own unique qualities, strengths, and beauty beyond physical appearance.

We wish you all the luck on your self-love journey. Keep loving yourself.

You are an art, and so is loving yourself. 

to know more about The Role of Resilience and Recovery in Overcoming Body Dysmorphia read here 

to know more about Embracing Growth: Recognizing Your Strengths and Opportunities for Development read here

References - 

https://www.healthshots.com/mind/mental-health/beauty-lies-in-body-positivity-so-practice-these-5-tips-to-fall-in-love-with-your-body/