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Saturday, February 23, 2008

How to Feel Happy, Healthy and Sex

Poor body image is one of the leading contributors to the development of eating disorders. Most medical and mental health experts agree that if a girl can develop a healthy, positive body image, she's far less likely to struggle with disordered eating.
"Try these easy tips so you can start feeling more self-assured today. 1. Lose your obsession with the numbers. Keep track of improvement beyond losing weight, advises Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D., professor of sociology at the University of Washington in Seattle. Says Schwartz: 'Zero in on how strong you feel. It will help you gain an appreciation for what your body can do.'"
Other tips include "spend time outdoors" and "help others in need". These simple steps can help someone start feeling better and develop a more health sense of self. Read more at Shape.com.

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