[ABWorldly]

Found on the web:

"Many of us have a tendency to look at our bad points, however once you start to accept yourself it will be easier to focus on the positive side more. To make it easier try writing a list of all the good things in what you've done or what you like about your physical self. Practice running these positives through your mind regularly, it may take time but its surprising what you can believe if it is said enough times - remember the past believe that you could look like the models if you obtain the right diet!

*if you don't reach a goal when you want, just focus on the fact that you will get there in time
*remember how far you've got not how far you need to go
*if you miss a workout one day don't worry just go back with more vigour to improve
*remind yourself that a worthwhile pay-off lies ahead in an improved you
*remember the exercise is improving your health and fitness and will help increase longevity
*remember exercise has many psychological benefits including renewed confidence and self esteem
*any type of action always drives motivation"

[JustForUs]

WOW! can I borrow this and post in over int he 20 something forum? would u mind?

[ABWorldly]

Go ahead... I didn't write it -- I got it off the web.

[ladyinweighting]

Hi Anita & Everyone,

I'm going to a workshop titled "BODYLOVE:Feel Good About Your Body" with my SIL in September. I have had a LOT of trouble "loving my body" since I've been around 15. The blurb for the workshop is - "In this workshop you will begin to discover how beautiful, valuable and priceless your body really is (regardless of its shape, age, size - or the way it functions). You will also learn to reconnect with your body in loving, joyful, and caring ways."

I'll let you know whether or not it helps me to think "positive."

Lynn

[stampmaniac]

Thanks for sharing this Anita... it is hard to do for me, but I know I need to work on that!!!

Lynn, that workshop sounds good... where'd you find out about it???