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Apr 06, 2008 23:26

So, it was brought to my attention this weekend that people view me as someone with a positive body image. And that this fact is somewhat critical in how others view themselves. I tend to be taken back by comments like that. Mainly because, while I do have a positive body image now, it came after years of negativity. I've always viewed it as more ( Read more... )

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mikeyed April 7 2008, 06:30:34 UTC
I just had this conversation yesterday. I explained that even though I don't workout, I enjoy my leisure even more. Just something about realizing you're never going to achieve any idea of physical perfection in any way whatsoever that can make you feel empowered in some odd reverse logic way.

I'm also couped up with too much homework to really care anyway.

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burndownbright April 8 2008, 04:37:40 UTC
i'm beginning to really like my body. it's come after many years of really not liking it. it's a weird thing, adjusting to this. there are still the parts i don't like, but oh well. plus, i've been hearing more and more complain about too skinny girls, so i think that's helped me out.

i remember jyl [ream] told me, when i was 17 that i better enjoy it b/c it would be the best i'd ever look. i look in the mirror now and laugh b/c i think i look much better at 21. haha!

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