Tell me some things you LIKE about your body now

Believe it or not, it doesn't seem to matter where you are in this journey, we seem struggle with developing a positive self image. I knew that I could be harsh with myself when I was large, but I was surprised that I seem to be harder on myself the smaller I got. I was more focused on the imperfections. As a matter of a fact, as we get smaller, it's not unusual for us to be MORE critical of our bodies, rather than more accepting. I think that for me, this is in part because I realize that I have 'done it to myself' when I see the extra skin. That said, I think it's important to not only appreciate the health aspects of our metamorphosis, but to also appreciate the positive changes in our physiques. So I'd like you to tell me at least one thing, and hopefully more, that you LIKE about your body now, no matter where you are in your journey. This is not about bragging. This is about really trying to see the positive in where you are. To be honest, it was harder for me than I thought it would be, but it's something I'm going to try to practice to see if it will help me become more comfortable with who I am now and what I look like. 

There are plenty of things that I like about how my body works, but these are the things about how my body looks. I like my

- slender frame

- the shape of my face... It's oval and I always thought is was round

- my feminine shape

- the length of my neck... I never realized I had a neck before!

- collar bones

- waist

Please tell me some things you like about your body now... 

I am just past my 10% waiting my date fir surgery. What I have noticed so far,

I am no longer in size 18 pants, actually I have a well fitting size 14 and feel great iin them.

My feet have stopped swelling, I can wear my new taller flip flops!!

I went to a reunion and DANCED!!! (for about a hour plus all in all)

My face is not as round any more.

I fit in a bathing suit, (actually it is a bit to big) but I am out in the pool swimming with others.

I do not get out of breath like before!

I am getting compliments again... who does not like this...lol

Kristin,

Thanks for sharing what you like about your new body... I look forward to hearing more as you continue your journey.