<p>In this episode, we take inspiration from the iconic “Mean Girls” scene where the Plastics nitpick their flaws. We chat about self-criticism, body image, social media comparisons and how to choose a path of self-acceptance instead. If you're sick of those thoughts... "all the things wrong with me" kinda thoughts... tune in!</p><br><p><strong>This is what we spoke about during the episode</strong></p><ul><li>Social media and influencers affect the skincare culture which leads to young girls wanting anti-aging products.</li><li>How do we welcome in less comparison and judgement, and more peace, more acceptance and joy?</li><li>Practising self-acceptance daily is a reminder of the truth that you are amazing just as you are. This is why we created <a href="https://geni.us/merrybody" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MerryBody.</a></li><li>You can't just practise self-acceptance in the moments where you need it.</li><li>If you put a pause in between that self-criticism thought, it allows you to add reasoning and questioning of that thought.</li><li>Carla just laughed off a comment about her postpartum belly. That's self-acceptance!</li><li>Self-acceptance doesn’t mean complacency. It means taking care of yourself holistically, not just being "thin" or what the world thinks you should look or feel like.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you're not yet a MerryBody member, sign up for the <a href="https://geni.us/merrybody" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">7-day trial</a> not just to exercise daily but also to practise self-acceptance.</p><br><p>If you loved this episode, share it with friends and family. Get in touch, we would love to hear from you, send us an email to [email protected] or [email protected] or message us on our Facebook and Instagram accounts @themerrymakersisters.</p><br><p>Always merrymaking,</p><p>Emma + Carla</p><p>P.s if you ever need further help or guidance please contact <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lifeline</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond Blue</a>. Asking for help is pure courage.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>