body image

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Body Image by Dr. Heba Allah Awad... “Fat… ugly… dark… thin…” These are words that might come to mind when we look in the mirror or contemplate our personal photos. These words are simply our personal perception of our appearance, or what is called body image. When we look in the mirror, we might recall others' criticisms of our appearance, or wonder: Why don't we look as amazing as those we see on screens?! Or we might compare our appearance to our colleagues or peers, and all of this contributes to a distorted body image. Body image encompasses our feelings, thoughts, and beliefs that we have formed about our appearance since childhood. There are many factors that lead to a distorted body image, such as constant exposure to criticism, making comparisons, and the standards of beauty and appearance imposed by society. A distorted body image affects our lives, our choices, and our relationships with others. This book introduces us to the components of body image and what influences it. It also offers practical steps to break free from negative thoughts and misconceptions about body image, so that we can reconcile ourselves with what we see in the mirror.