The So-Called Body-Positive Movement Is Dangerous for Young People
I’ve struggled with self-acceptance since being a teenager.
While growing up, many times I’d stare at myself in the mirror, absolutely hating what I saw looking back at me. You see, I grew up Black American in a mostly white society. I hated that my skin was darker, and the way I sounded, and thought my nose was far too big. I called myself fat (even though I’ve never been obese).
But I do suppose many teenagers go through some sort of identity crisis.
By the time I went to college, my lack of self-acceptance was at an all-time high. But as the years went by, I began to meet many different people from all over the world. This helped me realize that I was special and unique just like everyone else.
It was useless (and excruciating) to keep on hating myself.
This realization helped me lose weight in my late 20’s and by the time I was 30 my perception of Self was much improved. This was done mainly through a healthy diet, seeing a holistic doctor, and starting a spiritual practice.
Fast forward to present day, I accept and love myself more than ever before (even though there’s always more work to be done in this area).
