How do you react when someone gives you a compliment? Rarely do people just randomly fling out compliments, so chances are- they mean it! So, when someone says, "Wow, you look great!" what do you say back? Do you:
- Take a potshot at yourself and say, "Nah, I look huge! What are you talking about?!"
- Think to yourself, "Geez, did I look that bad before?"
- Accept the compliment and say, "Thanks! I've been working really hard! I feel great!"
As you change for the better, look in the mirror and find the things that you love about yourself. Celebrate your successes. We are so good at looking for our own flaws that we forget to see the good changes! And, women, stop the body bashing, flaw-finding talk with your friends too. It's contagious and not helpful to anyone. The next time a friend says something negative about their body, reaffirm what you like about them as a person and change the subject. Don't make them feel better by saying something negative about your own body. We all have our physical flaws, but don't need to forecast them.
Finally, if someone you care about is changing for the better, GIVE them compliments! It is a powerful motivator for them to keep going! You can help them be successful! It's easy to get envious of their success, but be supportive instead. It helps everyone and may even ignite your desire to make some changes too.
