A note from Sean
Acceptance is not all or nothing. I do not reject all of me or accept all of me. We can go in baby steps and ask, to whatever extent I can, can I accept a little bit more of myself now? Practiced a little each day, the knots around the heart slowly untangle.
Try this today. Rest a hand on a part of your body that worked for you today, like your hands or your feet. Silently say “thank you,” and notice any warmth. Stay with just that.
Keep going: Notice and Accept Your Body in the Present Moment and Gratitude for Your Body.
This worksheet looks at how we speak to ourselves about our bodies, so it can bring up shame, regret, or old pain. If you have a history of an eating disorder or body-related trauma, go gently: choose a neutral part, keep your clothes on, or work with a therapist alongside it. Stop when you need to.
