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7 Body-Positive Tips to Help You Survive & Thrive this Thanksgiving
Navigating Thanksgiving can be challenging for anyone, especially if you struggle with poor body image or disordered eating. With an obvious emphasis on food and eating, the holiday can trigger anxiety, negative thoughts, or even some unhealthy behaviors. Keep reading for tips to help you find balance, support, and self-compassion during this holiday season.
7 Effective Ways to Improve Body Image in Time for Summer
With summer around the corner, many of us start to think more about our bodies and how we feel about them. With the temperatures rising, many of us start to feel more self-conscious and exposed (especially when doing things like going to the beach or having a pool day). The desire to feel confident in our summer clothes is natural, but it's important to approach this with a healthy mindset. Keep reading for 7 effective ways to improve your body image and embrace summer fun with confidence and joy.
Raising Teens with a Healthy Body Image
Parents are pretty aware of the fact that most teens struggle with insecurities; in fact, a recent study found that two-thirds of parents reported that their child is self-conscious about some aspect of their appearance. Keep reading to learn about how you can help your teen develop a positive relationship with food and their body.