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Information Resource - Body Image
Body image is . . .
- How
you see yourself when
you look in the mirror
or when you picture yourself
in your mind.
- What
you believe about
your own appearance
(including your
memories, assumptions,
and generalizations).
- How
you feel about
your body, including
your height,
shape, and weight.
- How
you sense and
control your
body as you
move. How you
feel in your
body, not just
about your
body.
Negative body image is . . .
A distorted perception of your shape--you perceive
parts of your body unlike they really are.
- You
are convinced that only
other people are attractive
and that your body size
or shape is a sign of
personal failure.
- You
feel ashamed,
self-conscious,
and anxious about
your body.
- You
feel uncomfortable
and awkward in
your body.
Positive body image is . . .
A clear, true perception
of your shape--you see the various parts of your body as they
really are.
- You
celebrate and appreciate
your natural body shape
and you understand that
a person`s physical appearance
says very little about
their character and value
as a person.
- You
feel proud and
accepting of
your unique body
and refuse to
spend an unreasonable
amount of time
worrying about
food, weight,
and calories.
You feel comfortable and confident in your body.
Note: these facts are provided by the National
Eating Disorder Foundation.
http://www.nowfoundation.org/issues/health/lybdkit/facts.html
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