When a negative thought about your body pops into your brain, say “stop.” Then, mindfully replace that thought with a positive one. These ideas are connected to capitalism’s incessant need to sell diet products, said Connie Sobczak, co-founder and executive director of the Body Positive, a nonprofit that leads body-positivity training. People who live in larger bodies often do not feel welcome in certain spaces — like the gym, Dr. Cox said. “Research shows that shame doesn’t work,” Dr. Cox said. Dr. Cox recommends beginning with positive affirmations.

Source: New York Times April 18, 2021 03:43 UTC