Comments on: A New Point of View

By: elizabeth patch

elizabeth patch — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 12:27:39 +0000

thanks for reminding me about JK Rowling’s storybook magic mirror (she is one of my heroes!) , and the wisdom of Dumbledore the wizard, who says that the happiest person in the world looks into the mirror and sees nothing but himself, exactly how he is.

By: Molly@Postcards from a Peaceful Divorce

Molly@Postcards from a Peaceful Divorce — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 15:53:54 +0000

I love the scene in Harry Potter when he discovers the Mirror of Erised that shows him his deepest desire. Try looking in the mirror and seeing yourself as you wish. I find that when I start noticing all my flaws in the mirror that I need an attitude adjustment. Then I go back and look at what I like about myself and focus on that. I also use candle light because it is very flattering. Self-acceptance is powerful medicine.

If you are interested in checking out an article I wrote on this, here is the link. I was talking more about aging but weight is a similar body image issue.
http://www.postcardsfromapeacefuldivorce.com/294/mirror-mirror-on-the-wall-whos-the-fairest-one-of-all/

By: elizabeth patch

elizabeth patch — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 15:48:58 +0000

Congrats mommy! I agree, the transformations of pregnancy and motherhood are amazing, and yes, gorgeous!
After the baby, however, I know I felt a very un-gorgeous! (no sleep, all those shifting hormones, leaking parts, mushy parts, bad hair) It seems to happen to everyone, especially if we think we have to bounce right back into a bikini…
here’s my little sketch and some thoughts about after the baby Adoration & Exhaustion

By: Vanderbilt Wife

Vanderbilt Wife — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 15:29:11 +0000

I love this post AND all these wonderful comments.

I heard Jessica Simpson on the Rachael Ray show say SHE wishes she looked like her own Photoshopped pictures. Seeing what they do to alter star’s pictures is just very eye-opening.

I am pregnant, so I do a lot of poking and prodding of new stretch marks and a growing belly … and yet, I think every single other pregnant woman is gorgeous. Perhaps that should be a sign that I am gorgeous, too!!

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By: Allison @ Alli 'n Son

Allison @ Alli 'n Son — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 03:22:49 +0000

Love, LOVE this. Thank you for the wake up call, I think that every woman needs to read this post.

By: Gig Girl

Gig Girl — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:58:23 +0000

Okay I know I said I was going to check out you blog AFTER my sales calls…but I couldn’t help myself. You are fantastic!!! Love your whole perspective on women loving themselves as is…something we all struggle with. I can’t wait to read more.
Okay…really going to make some sales calls now – you’ve inspired me!!

By: 10 Body Image Questions to Ask Yourself This Sunday | Weightless

10 Body Image Questions to Ask Yourself This Sunday | Weightless — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:49:02 +0000

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By: elizabeth patch

elizabeth patch — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:02:38 +0000

Yay Dad! so very true, the world will beat up on us enough, without our help

By: elizabeth patch

elizabeth patch — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:59:40 +0000

Melissa
that is great advice! Poor posture really does affect one’s appearance
I know I have a tendency to slump, especially by the end of the day… head up, shoulders back, chest out really looks & feels much better.
Its really unfair to compare ourselves to stars/models, yet we all do it.
Its so easy to forget that they have lighting, special camera lenses, makeup artists, personal trainers, and stylists picking out their clothes.
AND not only that, but almost every photo you see has been digitally edited to make the stars look better (smoother skin, slimmer thighs, bigger eyes, fuller lips etc.)

If you’ve ever had a fancy occasion (such as a wedding) where you had your makeup & hair done, the dress fitted, and a professional photographer, you know what a difference all that makes… the day-to-day, however, is when we most need to be kind to ourselves!