Dr. Neeru Bakshi, specialist in body image, discusses nurturing positive self-perception and strategies to foster comfort with your body. Topics include navigating control in body image, seeking support for well-being, and reassessing approaches for success.
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Effective body image strategies involve leveraging control positively.
Support from loved ones can help prevent harmful behaviors and improve self-image.
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Importance of Managing Control in Body Image
Control plays a significant role in our relationship with our bodies. It can be a tool to create positive impacts but can also lead to extremes that harm us. Extreme behaviors like excessive self-criticism or overexercising can result in unintended damage to our bodies. A story shared about a friend highlights how excessive control over her body led to neglect of other important aspects of her life, causing exhaustion and feelings of overwhelm. By critically assessing our actions, defining success, and seeking support from others, we can ensure that control works for us positively.
Seeking Support for Healthier Body Relationships
The importance of seeking support for a healthier relationship with our bodies is underscored. Reaching out to loved ones for help when feeling overwhelmed or engaging in harmful behaviors can lead to positive outcomes. Connecting with others and gaining different perspectives can help us find effective solutions and avoid being trapped in negative thought patterns. Accepting what we can control and letting go of what we can't is a key step towards improved well-being and healthier self-image.
Dr. Neeru Bakshi discusses effective strategies for nurturing a positive body image and leveraging control to enhance self-perception, fostering a comforting relationship with your body.
(Please note that this podcast episode contains discussion about difficult topics, like body dysmorphia and eating disorders, that may bring up strong emotions for some listeners. If you feel that hearing this content could potentially impact your mental wellbeing, please skip this particular episode. Headspace provides mindfulness and well-being content, not clinical treatment. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is not intended to replace care provided by a mental or physical health professional.)