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The key to better body confidence? Change your thinking

Learn to love your body for everything it can do!

By Weight Watchers
Published 23 July 2021
The key to better body confidence? Change your thinking

Try this!

Have you noticed yourself having unhelpful thoughts about how you look? (Same!) Instead, redirect those thoughts to all the amazing things your body does for you.

1. Visualize a part of your body you’re focused on. “My arms are kind of bulky.”  2. Think about how you use that body part—and why that’s important to you. “My arms help me prepare food and hug people.” 3. Create an affirmation that celebrates what that body part does for you. Repeat whenever an unsupportive thought comes up. “I appreciate my arms. They let me prepare healthy meals and hug my friends.”

Let’s dive a little deeper...

Let’s face it, it can be pretty common to have negative thoughts about your body’s appearance.

If those nagging thoughts come up, try shifting your attention away from how you look to what your body actually does. This can help you feel more confident and inspired to continue making healthy choices.

Think about it this way: You may not love the way your stomach looks, but it is vital for gut health. Not a fan of your nose? You couldn't breathe without it!

Making that mental shift may not come naturally at first—it’s OK if it feels a tad awkward. Be patient with yourself and keep at it.