It’s taken me a really long time to feel positively about my body.
I’ve struggled with body image issues, including an eating disorder, for many years — since I was 16.
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And while I’ve “recovered” in the sense that I no longer actively want to change the way my body looks, it’s still hard not to feel self-conscious sometimes, especially in a society saturated with images of what the “perfect” body should be.
In particular, I was always very self-conscious about my mid-section — my thighs, butt, and stomach.
That’s why, in the past, I wouldn’t have posted photos like these that showed my body off (even in the limited way I’m doing here).
I would have looked at the photos and thought about how much I didn’t like what I saw — and how everyone else would probably hate the way I looked too.
But I’ve come a far way from that time (with a lot of therapy and inner work).
I’ve learned how to love and value myself, and I’ve unlearned the idea that there’s only one type of body that is beautiful.
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So when I see these pictures of myself now...
I see a really sexy, empowered person, with an incredible body that has served her so well.
I see a person who struggles sometimes, but who now knows how to cope without taking out her feelings on herself.
I see a person who finally feels positively about their reflection in the mirror.
And that feels so, so incredible.
💬 Have you struggled with your relationship with your body? 💬
[Underwear gifted by @wearewoxer!]
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