Focus on what your body does (its functionality) rather than just how it looks.

When you adopt a wellness lifestyle fueled by body positivity, the benefits extend beyond your own life. You become a part of a cultural shift that values human diversity and holistic health. You show others—especially younger generations—that being healthy doesn't have a specific look.

Write a letter to your younger self. Talk about what you wish they had known about food, weight, and worth. Then, take that same compassion and aim it at your present self.