#274: Body Image Series: Where Our Body Image Comes From (Revisited)
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I’m revisiting the Body Image Series, unpacking where our body image comes from and how to unpack your own body image origins. I also talk about how this is a systemic and cultural issue that is hardcoded in our DNA. Show notes: summerinnanen.com/274 In this episode, I talk about: - How systems of oppression impact body image and how we’re treated in our society, - The importance of knowing that your self-worth isn’t dictated by your appearance or how other people feel about you, - How our culture has taught us that only certain bodies are worthy, - Beauty as social currency, - How the desire to fit beauty standards is hardcoded in our DNA, - How external systems of oppression create internalized oppressions, - Questions you can use to examine your past and be curious about where your body image came from, - Plus so much more! Get the shownotes: summerinnanen.com/274 Get the free 10-Day Body Confidence Makeover with 10 steps to feel better in your body at summerinnanen.com/freebies If you're a professional who has clients or students that struggle with body image, get the Body Image Coaching Roadmap for professionals at summerinnanen.com/roadmap
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