HJ: Love, not time, heals all wounds. And when you heal all emotional wounds, you thrive, plain and simple.
– Truth
The Real Secret to Loving Your Body and Yourself
By Corinne Dobbas
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“Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” ~ Louise L. Hay
Years ago, I had this friend. She was gorgeous and fit—and she ate whatever she wanted. A burger with the bread. A burrito, if she wanted it. She even ate (gasp!) pizza whenever she felt like it.
I was in awe.
How did she do it?
How was this possible?
What was her secret?
You see, I never allowed myself any of those things. I used to think that being happy and feeling good in your body directly correlated with the latest fad diet, exercise class, or cellulite-busting cream.