Tired of being told to “just love your body”? In this episode, Jess unpacks why body-positive slogans often fall flat — and what the research actually says helps you build a more peaceful, realistic relationship with your body.You’ll learn the difference between body positivity (the movement) and positive body image (the mindset), why self-compassion is a more effective approach than toxic positivity, and three practical ways to start treating your body with respect — even on the hard days.💪 Topics covered: • The real roots of body positivity (and how it got co-opted) • What self-compassion actually does for body image • Why “just love yourself” can backfire • Three sturdy, science-backed practices you can try this weekReferenced research:Raque et al. (2023) – Pathways by Which Self-Compassion Improves Positive Body ImageWollast et al. (2025) – Self-Objectification and Social Media: Role of Self-CompassionCannavò et al. (2024) – Body Surveillance and Self-CompassionBarron et al. (2021) – Fitspiration vs Self-Compassion Content EffectsMills et al. (2022) – Integrating Shame, Positive Body Image, and Self-CompassionBrown, B. (2012) – Daring Greatly: “Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change.”Send Us A Message!So, hit subscribe and we'll chat on Friday.Join the Sturdy Girl community on Instagram HERE.Connect with Jess HERE.Stay Sturdy, friends.

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