Use self-talk to move away from the mirror and back to living your life

It’s easy to get the message from our culture that the most important thing your body should be is sexy. In addition to making us obsessed with the newest beauty product or diet craze, that message distracts from the fact that our bodies have much more important things to do than look good.  Our bodies are for doing things. They move us around in the world. They help us communicate and create.

Even if you face significant bodily pain or disability, your body still gives you gifts every day. Your arms might hug a loved one. Your eyes might appreciate the colors in the changing autumn leaves. Instead of worrying about whether you’re beautiful, think about what you can do with your body. Take some time to appreciate what your body does to get you through the day.

Read more on how you can ‘live’ away from the image in the mirror.

Psychology Today