All tagged body dysmorphia

Becoming Your Own Body Standard

Daryl
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Hey there. Body image should be personal. You should be your own body standard, not an idea created by someone else. Yet, throughout life, most of us have tried to conform to different beauty or fitness ideals without even realizing it. Where do these standards come from?

The Ghosts of Body Dysmorphia

Daryl
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Hey there. Body dysmorphia is like a ghost that lingers, no matter how much you try to move forward. It’s something I’ve seen over and over in the fitness space. People lose weight, transform their bodies, and yet, when they look in the mirror, they still see their old selves staring back. It’s not just a passing thought. It’s a deep-seated perception that refuses to let go.