Hey there. Our bodies are always changing and always worthy of kindness … appreciating what they can do, not just how they look. Here’s what’s essential to understand when learning to “Embrace Your Body in Every Season” .
Need-to-Know
Bodies respond deeply to how and why we move “While it's known that exercise can reduce body dissatisfaction, the study found that frequent exercise was associated with a higher positive body image… exercising for health enjoyment or the sheer love of movement can foster a more positive body image.” Recreation & Physical Education
Seasonal rhythms affect our wellness journeys “Embracing seasonal well-being is about adapting our well-being routines to align with the changes of each season. The changing seasons offer a natural opportunity to shift our well-being practices and reconnect with the rhythms of nature.” Center for the Advancement of Well-Being
Letting go of “summer body” pressures is freeing “The drive to get ‘summer body’ ready is an antiquated notion that fails to align with contemporary views on body positivity and year-round wellness.” Paul Ebanwell
Our relationship with our body is shaped by emotion and community norms “The gendered expectations about ideal body types can lead to body image concerns… revealing complex interactions between gender body ideals and emotional expression.” arXiv
Things to Keep in Mind
Celebrate movement that feels joyful “These small daily practices can help you feel more body love… dance a lot… you forget about what you look like. It becomes all about how you FEEL.” obé Fitness
Honor your body’s comfort, especially in clothing “Wear comfortable clothing that reflects your personal style. Feeling at ease in your clothing boosts self-confidence and reduces the tendency to hyperfocus on your appearance and size.” Kindful Body
Align your self-care with nature’s seasons “Prioritise a Balanced Diet… embrace the bountiful offerings of each season… engage in regular exercise… hiking in the fall, skiing in the winter, or swimming in the summer.” Emily & the Plants
Find body-affirming inspiration online “Jessamyn Stanley… inclusive body-affirming attitude… showing that yoga is not only for ‘skinny girls’… strength comes in different shapes and sizes.” Wikipedia Instagram: @jessamynstanley
Shift focus from looks to what your body can do “It’s about feeling empowered in your own skin… Celebrate what your body can do… shift your focus from ‘how your body looks’ to ‘what it can do?’” Nevermore Lane
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