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Writer's pictureJesie Steffes

Body Reclamation: Coming Home to Ourselves




In today's world, external pressures often dictate how we perceive and treat our bodies.

Body reclamation stands as a powerful act of autonomy, steering us away from external

influences like diet culture and beauty standards. It's about embracing self-discovery

and reclaiming our innate connection with our bodies.


We often fall into the trap of letting external voices define our worth and shape our body

ideals. Diet culture and beauty standards can lead us astray from our intuitive

understanding of our bodies, driving us to pursue an elusive ideal that may not align

with our well-being.


Body reclamation is the intentional journey of breaking free from these external

narratives and reconnecting with ourselves. It's about rediscovering our body's innate

wisdom and making choices that honor our unique needs and desires. True

empowerment comes from rejecting external standards and embracing our authentic

selves.


Central to body reclamation is intuitive decision-making. Instead of adhering to external

rules, we listen to our bodies, honoring hunger cues, fullness, and choosing nourishing

foods that bring joy. We engage in activities that make us feel good, rejecting punishing

exercise mindsets and embracing movement for its freedom and joy.


At its core, body reclamation is an act of self-love. It's about appreciating the

uniqueness of our bodies, recognizing them as homes to be cherished rather than

projects to perfect. This journey requires compassion and celebration of our bodies for

the incredible vessels they are.


In a society that often seeks validation externally, body reclamation invites us to turn

inward. It's about reclaiming our bodies from external influences and embracing our

authentic selves. Let's celebrate the journey of coming back home to our bodies,

cherishing them as the unique and beautiful homes they are.


If you’re interested in what the body reclamation journey could look like for you, I’m here

to help. I’d love to collaborate in identifying your unique body reclamation formula.

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