This may sound simple, but if you're caught in a pattern of negativity, you can sometimes forget that you owe it to yourself to just be fair. Dr. Gilliland explained that you should ask yourself this question: "Given the current situation and the amount of daily stress and worry and the limitations on our daily life, are my expectations about my body fair?" After you've thought about it, then ask yourself this: "What is a more accurate thought about my body and my health given this chapter in life?"
Similarly, Dr. Larsen suggested asking yourself if your negative thoughts are your own or if they're criticisms you've heard from someone else. Trying to understand why you feel this way can be the first step toward changing unhealthy patterns.