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40. My QUICK 3-step process for NEGATIVE body image (esp. POST-DRINKING DAYS)

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Hangover anxiety.

Have you ever experienced it?

Today I talk about my quick three step process that I use when I experience negative body image days (especially post drinking as it’s one of my triggers).

What do I do?

  1. Move my body- I love to focus on the beating of my heart and remember what it’s like to inhabit my body. I don’t focus on calories, or even look at myself during this exercise, but rather focus on the gratitude I have for my ability to move.
  2. Body image meditation- (I am OBSESSED with insight timer. There are thousands of experts who have body image meditations recorded). My biggest insight from this one: Stop comparing my now body to an older smaller body. Instead, allow my self image to be a blank, fresh slate.
  3. Journaling/therapy- Talking it out, becoming validated, and totally being held by someone who hears, understands and truly listens is always helpful. EVEN when you think you’ve already “heard it all” and are an expert (ha ha), never underestimate the possibility of someone else’s words. They may surprise you!!

    4. As a reminder- you are allowed to SET boundaries around things that don’t make you feel like the best, even if it’s against the grain :)

    ALSO- SHOUTOUT TO SIMONE BILES AND PRIORITIZING MENTAL HEALTH EVEN OVER A POSSIBLE GOLD MEDAL.

    What an inspiration.

    A role model.

    A true hero.

    If you haven’t heard her story, go check it out.

    PS- If you struggle with binge eating and are sick and tired of the shame and guilt you feel around food, MAKE SURE to check out my “WHY WE BINGE EAT” ebook. Head over to my IG to snag a free chapter.

    As always, don’t forget to reach out, connect and subscribe.

    IG: @letsgetem___

    website: www.letsgetemcoaching.com

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    Letsgetem PodcastBy Emily Bott
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