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Only Compare You to You

It can be so hard to do, but try not to compare yourselves to others. "Body image is often influenced by so many other things that have and never will have anything to do with us personally," Dr. Gilliland said. "Be fair. Compare you to you. Do you feel and act healthier today than you did a month ago? How about six months ago? Try to look and think broader about your body and be the best version of you possible. Be inspired by other people, but don't compare yourself to them."

Focus on positive self-talk when you look in the mirror each day. Think about your own trajectory and the things you and your body have accomplished, rather than worrying about what other people are doing.

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