We all have days when our bodies feel “off.” Clothes fit weird. Mirrors feel cruel. Thoughts spiral. For those with body image struggles, these days can feel overwhelming — triggering shame, isolation, and even harmful behaviors. But a bad body image day doesn’t have to become a bad mental health day. You can learn to […]
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Mirror anxiety and body checking are often subtle but powerful habits tied to body image distress. Whether it’s glancing at your reflection every time you pass a mirror, pinching or comparing parts of your body, or dreading what you’ll see, these patterns can increase shame, obsession, and anxiety. Learning to break the cycle begins with
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Social media can feel like a minefield when you’re struggling with body image. Even a quick scroll can trigger comparison, self-criticism, or shame. The goal isn’t always to quit entirely—it’s to take back control over what you consume, how you react, and what you believe about yourself. Why Social Media Intensifies Body Image Struggles 1.
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This post contains “positive body image quiz”. What Is Body Image? Body image refers to how you personally perceive your body. It consists of the mental picture of what you look like and your personal relationship with your body, including your beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and actions that pertain to your physical appearance. Positive Body Image
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This post contains some of the best body positive affirmations. Body Positive Affirmations 1. I love and accept my body just as it is. 2. My body is unique and beautiful in its own way. 3. I am grateful for all the amazing things my body can do. 4. I deserve to treat my body
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Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) are a category of mental health conditions characterized by compulsive actions that result in self-injury. The two most common BFRBs are trichotillomania (hair pulling) and excoriation disorder (skin picking). These behaviors often start in adolescence and can become chronic, causing significant distress and impairment. Trichotillomania: Compulsive Hair Pulling Trichotillomania, or hair
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