Get-Fit Guy BONUS: How to encourage your child's healthy body image (Project Parenthood bonus)
May 27, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Nanika Coor, a clinical psychologist and parenting expert, tackles the delicate issue of children's body image. She shares insights on how parents' own body narratives can shape their children's self-worth and emphasizes the need for self-acceptance. Navigating emotional triggers tied to body image, Coor advocates for creating a supportive environment. This conversation is a treasure trove of advice for fostering healthy body awareness in the next generation while breaking harmful cycles from the past.
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Parent's Struggle with Body Image
- A parent shared their struggle with their teenage daughter's weight gain and fear of passing on unhealthy body image messages.
- The parent is also managing their own body image issues while seeking help for their daughter.
Parent vs. Child Weight Perception
- The daughter's body size problem may reflect more the parent's discomfort than her own.
- Intervening without health risks usually backfires and strains the relationship.
Prioritize Acceptance Over Control
- Focus on unconditional acceptance and connection with your child rather than control.
- Using power-over tactics to change your child usually causes resistance and damages relationships.