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  • Chapter 13: - Self-Care

  • Charlotte Markey, Rutgers University, New Jersey
  • Book:
    Adultish
    Published online:
    10 October 2024
    Print publication:
    01 August 2024, pp 237-254

  • Summary

    • Practicing self-compassion – kindness towards ourselves, an understanding of our common humanity, and mindfulness – can be an important contributor to the development of a positive body image.

    • There are many ways to practice self-care that extend beyond grooming practices and may include nurturing our social relationships.

    • Examining what it is that adds meaning to our lives and working to enhance our eudaimonic well-being can also enhance our body image.

  • Chapter 9: - Self-“Improvement”

  • Charlotte Markey, Rutgers University, New Jersey
  • Book:
    Adultish
    Published online:
    10 October 2024
    Print publication:
    01 August 2024, pp 161-180

  • Summary

    • It’s understandable to care about your appearance and invest some time, energy, and money into looking your best given the appearance-focused culture we live in. Don’t feel bad for caring about how you look.

    • Before trying to alter your appearance – especially in any permanent way – you should question why you want to invest in your appearance, for who, and what you expect to result from this investment.

    • It’s important to appreciate that your physical appearance is only one part of who you are and altering your appearance will not necessarily improve your life in meaningful ways.