{"id":93,"date":"2008-05-28T14:53:00","date_gmt":"2008-05-28T14:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.communicationcoach.ca\/blog\/?p=93"},"modified":"2015-04-26T12:00:39","modified_gmt":"2015-04-26T16:00:39","slug":"body-confidence-how-to-like-what-you-see-in-the-mirror","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.communicationcoach.ca\/blog\/body-confidence-how-to-like-what-you-see-in-the-mirror\/","title":{"rendered":"Body Confidence: How to Like What You See in the Mirror"},"content":{"rendered":"

From childhood we are sold on an ideal image of beauty<\/em><\/strong>, one few of us ever see reflected when we look in the mirror. This article will show you how you can look in the mirror and despite the ideal, see only a beautiful you.<\/p>\n

When you look in the mirror, what\u2019s the first thing you notice, and how does it make you feel?<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re like most people, the first thing that catches your eye is probably your least favorite asset. If so, don\u2019t worry you\u2019re not alone. Here\u2019s why.<\/p>\n

Can you guess how much money is spent in just one year by advertisers to sell us on the concept of the \u201cideal\u201d image of beauty? Well, I can\u2019t either but I do know this\u2014it\u2019s a lot of money, certainly somewhere in the billions of dollars! So, technically, you can consider yourself brainwashed.<\/p>\n

From your earliest childhood days\u2014whether you played with He-Man or Barbie\u2014you\u2019ve been receiving constant, consistent images telling you what beauty is supposed to look like. Never mind that these images are for the most part, anatomically impossible! And, would you really want to look like them anyway? Honestly? I\u2019m guessing probably not.<\/p>\n

So, here\u2019s how you can build your confidence with the body given to you:<\/p>\n

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  1. Look in the mirror<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. This time, really look at yourself. Reflect on the compliments you have received.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Do people tell you how great your hair is?<\/p>\n

      How beautiful your eyes are?<\/p>\n

      That you have a really nice smile?<\/p>\n

      Try to see what they see – take them at their word.<\/p>\n

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      1. Stand far enough away from the mirror so that you can take it all in. What do you see? Find at least three positive things.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        1. Now, get up close. Really close. Look at your eyes\u2014the irises. What colour are they? Are they all one colour or are there flecks of various colours? How would you describe them using positive analogies or adjectives?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. Now, smile. What does your smile convey? Warmth? Happiness?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            1. Find at least three characteristics you like best about yourself, and then accentuate them as you dress to go out. For example, if you love your eyes, make sure your hair doesn\u2019t cover them up. Love your lips? Make sure to keep them soft and moisturized. Your hair? Get a flattering cut and condition it regularly to keep it shiny and healthy. In short, amplify what you like, and don\u2019t worry about the parts that you don\u2019t.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Here are some ways to do just that:<\/p>\n

              1 \u2013<\/strong> Go shopping and bring a good friend. Ask them to help you pick out colours and clothes they think flatter you. Don\u2019t worry if your first reaction is \u201cthat\u2019s not me!\u201d<\/em> Experiment!<\/p>\n

              2 \u2013<\/strong> Feel better about whatever it is you don\u2019t like about yourself by picturing the absolute worst-case scenario. Exaggerate whatever it is you\u2019re hung up on and blow it up in you mind until it\u2019s comical. Then look in the mirror\u2014not so bad anymore is it? Accept yourself for who you are, how you look, and focus on what really matters\u2014the things about you that can\u2019t be seen\u2014your heart, mind and soul!<\/p>\n

              3 \u2013<\/strong> What do you want people to praise you for? Is it really how you look? Probably not. You probably want people to think you\u2019re funny, smart, nice, or generous\u2014something along those lines right?<\/p>\n

              4 \u2013<\/strong> Make a list of your positive personal qualities and characteristics. Then ask yourself, what\u2019s more important? Get involved in activities that build on your personal characteristics\u2014volunteer, join a club, take a class to sharpen a talent. These will help you emphasize and focus on the more important qualities that get you through life successfully, and with more fun.<\/p>\n

              Live life, love fully and laugh often!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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