There are so many things that contribute to a person's self esteem. One of the biggest things that effects us is our body image. Body image is the mental picture a person has of his or her body. It includes associated feelings, thoughts, and behaviours. Body image is learned. It is affected by a person's environment, the people in that environment, and social attitudes about size and appearance. Body image is what our eyes see when they look in the mirror - Self esteem is how we feel about what we see when we look in the mirror.
Do you have an accurate reflection of yourself?
What are some things that influence our self esteem
• The way body image/self esteem has been modeled by our Mothers/Sisters
• Social attitudes
• Cultural beliefs
• Media
• Our emotional health/physical health
• Wanting to fit in
• Physical activity
• Relationships with family and friends
Be gentle on yourself - You are perfect just as you are!
* Don’t punish yourself emotionally or physically
* Be patient and kind to yourself
* Celebrate other people’s beauty and achievements
* Allow others to encourage you
* Believe you are valuable at all times
* Most of all be GLAD YOU ARE YOU!
