Many people desires an hourglass shaped body - slim, tall, with visible waistline. I never knew I had that until recently my friends commented on my body. I thank God indeed for this figure. One that I'm very satisfied with.
The reason for this satisfaction is due to few reasons which will bring us back to the past. Well in primary school I used to be a girl that is being bullied all the time due to my small size. My friends would just pass by and tease me or push me and I won’t be able to fight back. I found myself helpless at times BUT all these changes when I stepped into secondary school. I was a lot taller and stronger than most of my friends at that time. Wow what a great feeling it was, unfortunately I did not stop growing in weight until recently. I was soon commented by my friends and relatives that I’ve gained weight during my secondary school years.
What unhappy moments those times were! It’s like it just won’t stop. Every turn I went surely there will be someone who would comment on my weight. I want it to stop; no comment about me especially not my weight. Soon after that, I started to lose weight with the help of a change in my diet, of course and well no other particular reason. Man the next time my friends and relative saw me, the only thing they commented was “Wow, u looked great now, slimmer! What did you do to yourself?” I can’t describe how happy I was. So from a small size, to a little heavier girl to who I am now, I am proud to say that I am indeed satisfied with my body image now!
Background
Body image involves our perception, imagination, emotions, and physical sensations of and about our bodies. It s not static- but ever changing; sensitive to changes in mood, environment, and physical experience. It is not based on fact. It is psychological in nature, and much more influenced by self-esteem than by actual physical attractiveness as judged by others. It is not inborn, but learned. This learning occurs in the family and among peers, but these only reinforce what is learned and expected culturally.The Body Image Forum simply asks “when you look in the mirror, what do you see?” Do you embrace your physical appearance, or yearn for change? Do you accept your physical differences or take extreme measures in an attempt to change your body? How far are you willing to go to feel better about yourself? Are you happy? Be honest. Be open. Express yourself without fear of judgment. Through your words and shared thoughts, this forum will take an unflinching look at how our students perceive their bodies, allow individuals an opportunity to reveal their perceptions of their own self-image and explain how far some are willing to go to fit in.
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