: Focusing on the history of the body positivity movement and its impact on societal beauty standards .
Here is the truth the diet industry doesn't want you to hear: You cannot hate yourself into a version of yourself that you love. The foundation of a sustainable wellness lifestyle is self-compassion.
Reality: You can absolutely love your body and want to feel stronger. The difference is the motive. Diet culture says, "Change because you are ugly." Body positivity says, "Change because you deserve to feel powerful and alive." The action (exercise, eating well) may look the same, but the emotional experience is worlds apart.