The Liturgists Podcast Body Image
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Mar 22, 2018 The podcast dives deep into body image, exploring its ties to racial identity and societal expectations. It discusses the cultural dynamics of attractiveness and the impact of plastic surgery on self-identity. Lookism and ageism are examined, highlighting the importance of self-acceptance amidst unrealistic beauty standards. The conversation highlights the shift in values towards authenticity and community engagement, promoting vulnerability as a means of reducing shame and fostering a healthier relationship with our bodies.
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William’s Experience with Body Stereotypes
- William Matthews shares his experience as a Black man facing stereotypes about his body and identity.
- He feels objectified either as a threat or fetishized, especially in romantic or sexual contexts.
Body Image and External Evaluation
- Body image issues arise because we evaluate ourselves through others' eyes, often reducing our whole self to appearance.
- This external valuation causes distress and impacts relationships and well-being deeply.
Act As If Acceptance Exists
- Imagine a world of total acceptance and start behaving now as if you had no body image issues.
- Act with more freedom in dress, movement, and self-care to help shift thoughts and feelings positively.