This weekend we went to MCM Comic Con in Glasgow, an event that me and the various amazing geeky nerdy guys that I know go to every year. Unexpectedly this year brought out some deep rooted anger issues for me, so strap in. This post is brought to you by opinionated Ainzlie, but trust me – the lesson is worth it.
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There’s been a lot of controversy recently about the body positivity movement glorifying obesity and being overweight. Last week plus size model Tess Holliday has posted her COSMOPOLITAN cover on Instagram further encouraging keyboard warriors all over the globe to criticise and celebrate in equal measure.
So, to add my opinion into the mix, does the body positivity movement promote obesity?
I talk a lot about self acceptance and being happy in your skin. I’ve been on this journey for a long time though and I’ve almost forgotten the steps I took when I decided to stop hating on myself.
Here are 4 steps to get you started.
How much time have you spent looking in the mirror being unhappy with what you see?
How normal is to to watch our friends, Sisters, Mothers and Grandmothers look in the mirror and judge themselves? Berate themselves? Depress themselves?
There are entire industries dependant on women looking into mirrors and feeling unhappy. And quite frankly, I’ve had enough.
Let’s learn how to love your body.
Alright, rant ahead. Strap in.
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