I did a decent amount of talk about embracing your body & accepting who you are so I thought it would be interesting if I list some ways on how to love yourself.


1. Although it's not healthy to binge eat, it is TOTALLY okay to indulge on your own terms. Loving your body also means giving your taste buds what they love. Don't deprive yourself!

2. Create a way to channel your feelings. Whether it is talking to friends, taking pictures, blogging, drawing, cooking or shopping, everyone needs a medium to help buffer stress & emotions. Loving your body also means having a peaceful mind.

3. Listen to positive, uplifting & empowering music. Listening to music can really change your mood & outlook.

4. Read! Loving your body also means loving your mind. Reading not only serves as a great way to educate yourself on current issues but also serves as a fun enlightening entertainment.

5. Don't be afraid to laugh out loud! Laughing can work incredible wonders! A smile can brighten not only your day, but another person's day as well! So smile & laugh all you want. It's contagious

6. Dedicate a day to yourself and yourself only. Turn that blackberry off and go out to engage in something you always wanted to do! Celebrate the day thinking positively about yourself and your body. I've heard magazines give advice to women telling them to put on a bikini and look at themselves in the mirror if they want motivation and I think that is a HORRIBLE way to love yourself. Telling woman to look in the mirror and take notice of all their flaws is the worst advice a woman can get. I say, look in the mirror & tell yourself how damn fabulous you are.

7. Spend time with your family. Having nurturing relationships in turn helps us nurture and love our body. Strong and healthy relationships help surround us with love and positive messages.

8. Stretch, exercise and relax your body. Yoga—gentle yoga that encompasses relaxation and a healthy lifestyle, as well as meditative yoga—can bring one to the consciousness of their unique inner being. Yoga can rejuvenate the mind and body and teach us how to care for ourselves.



That's it for now :)


xoxo,
rachel wang