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Three months ago, I started “Body Image Rehab” with the objective of healing my body image over the course of one year while also helping others to do the same.  So far, I’ve made twelve posts on a variety of topics, from scale phobia to plus-size models to body confidence.

Today, I’d like to take a step back to discuss the concept of body image in general and how it may be measured. Included are links to helpful online resources, including some body image assessments.

Once we have a baseline measurement of our current body image, it will be easier to check back later in the year to see how we’re progressing. Future posts will focus on concepts and exercises for improving the way we view and experience our bodies.

First, A Definition…

We all have a general idea of what is meant by the term “body image,” but I thought it might be helpful to start with an objective definition. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines body image as follows:

a subjective picture of one’s own physical appearance established both by self-observation and by noting the reactions of others

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