A judgment-free answer to body positivity, body neutrality focuses on appreciation and acceptance.
Here’s what it is, and how to start.
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Body neutrality offers an alternative viewpoint, one that focuses on appreciation and acceptanceno values or judgments included.
It began in the1960s with fat, Black, and queer womenresisting against discrimination in public and professional spaces.
Below, I outline how you’ve got the option to work toward adopting a body neutral perspective.
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5 practices to help you embrace the concept of body neutrality
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For some, that means trying to tame them through deprivation of their wants.
Differentiate between accepting your body and liking your body
Acceptance is the recognition of what is.
It is about sticking to the facts.
For example, you might say my lips are round or my nipples are pink.
These are facts without any inclusion of valuepositive or negative.
Remember that this is an evolving practice
With body neutrality, there is no pinnacle reached.
Its about acknowledging yourself without judging yourself.
Do these critical thoughts come from an oppressive institution, a family member, a doctor I went to?
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Are these my ideas about myself or someone elses that Ive internalized?
It can also be helpful to rely on your community, members of which may share values with you.
These folks can help you acknowledge that voicewithout believing it or giving it credenceby sharing their supportive voices.
To hear more about the value of embracing body neutrality and liberation, listen to thefull podcast episode here.
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