Despite my body changing, I’m still happy with the way I look, which isn’t something that comes as easily as it sounds. This extra weight that I’ve gained is a reminder that anxieties don’t just disappear. Confidence is fluid, and it will slip away from you if you let it. Feeling good about yourself is a constant process of self-reassurance.
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Celebrating Diverse Body Types
“With everyone constantly comparing themselves to each other, it’s easy to see how the workout habits could be influenced by this.”