 Women
in this issue were asked, “What part of
your body do you feel is the most beautiful?” Answers varied
from isolated physical features to inner qualities. How
would you answer that question? If you
come up with a list of qualities, would you consider posting it
somewhere where you can see it every day?
 Pastor
Gentry points out that we interact with other women by
discussing physical flaws and engaging in negative talk
about our bodies. She also challenges us to recite
affirmations and engage in positive body talk with the women
we talk to everyday. What ways can you achieve this at work, with your friends, and around
your family? Would you create
a “no body-bashing zone” in your office, at home, or other
places?
 How can we support
positive body talk with younger women or children in our
lives? What way can we educate ourselves to combat the
negative messages that we receive through the media and
other pressures to compare our bodies with others?
About-Face is a
not-for-profit organization that targets this issue. Visit
their site to see what actions they are taking against this
issue.
 The
National Organization for Women celebrates
“Love Your Body”
month in October. Their Web site offers things you can do
with classmates, colleagues, and friends in helping to
positively celebrate our bodies. One idea is to hold a "Real
Women Beauty Pageant." What other
activities could you do to promote this effort?
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