Celebrating U! Body Diversity

Learn what it means to be healthy and how to love yourself for who you are! Open your mind to positive body ideas with engaging discussion! Come join the Counseling Center Paraprofessionals on Tuesday, February 27th at 7PM at the Women’s Resources Center. Here are some tips to embracing body diversity in the meantime:

1. Recognize the difference between positive and negative body image.

Negative body image is harmful for our bodies and minds, and it is important to recognize our negative body image to work towards developing positive body image.

2. Be critical of the media’s definition of beautiful.

The media often lacks diversity and portrays an unrealistic standard of beauty and body type.

3. Surround yourself with people and do activities that make you feel good about yourself.

A big part of attaining positive body image is to surround yourself with people who accept you for who you are and to engage in activities that leave you feeling happy and positive about yourself.

4. Recognize and appreciate body diversity.

Every body is different and there is no single definition of beauty. Beauty comes in all different sizes, colors, ages, heights, etc. Don't put yourself or others down and instead help to lift them up!

5. Respect and take care of your body.

Learn healthy ways to go about taking care of your body including finding time to exercise regularly such as taking a walk between classes.