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Heal your relationship with your body from "summary" of The Body Is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor
Healing your relationship with your body is not about simply learning to love your reflection in the mirror. It is a much deeper and more profound process that involves connecting with your body on a holistic level. It means acknowledging and honoring the ways in which your body has been marginalized, oppressed, and devalued in society. This healing journey requires you to confront the internalized shame and self-hatred that you may carry as a result of societal beauty standards and expectations. It involves unlearning harmful beliefs about your body and redefining what it means to truly care for and appreciate yourself. To heal your relationship with your body, you must learn to listen to its needs and signals. This means tuning in to your body's sensations, pains, and pleasures, and responding to them with compassion and kindness. It also involves rejecting the idea that your worth is tied to your physical appearance or abilities. Cultivating a positive relationship with your body requires practicing self-care rituals that nourish and support your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This could involve anything from gentle movement and exercise to mindful eating and restful sleep. It is about treating your body as a sacred vessel deserving of love and care.- Healing your relationship with your body is a revolutionary act of self-love and self-acceptance. It is about reclaiming your agency and autonomy over your own body and rejecting the oppressive messages that seek to control and diminish you. By embracing and honoring your body in all its forms, you are empowering yourself to live a more authentic, joyful, and fulfilling life.
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