Sturdy Girl

56. Unpacking Your Body Image Story: More Ways to Improve Body Image

Jess Heiss Season 5 Episode 5

In episode 56 of Sturdy Girl, Jess delves into understanding the difference between thoughts and beliefs and how they shape our body image. She introduces a game to identify these and explains the influence of media, personal experiences, and cultural norms on our perceptions of our bodies. Jess provides practical steps to unlearn harmful body image beliefs, including becoming aware of negative thoughts, challenging them, and replacing criticism with curiosity. She emphasizes the importance of questioning internalized beliefs and offers encouragement for changing one's relationship with their body. Key topics include the impact of social influences, personal narratives, and actionable steps to foster a healthier body image.

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