50+ Body Neutrality Affirmations

Shift your focus from how your body looks to what it can do with these affirmations by Kristin Draayer, MS, RDN, promoting a more neutral and accepting perspective.

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1. My body is not an object to be looked at and evaluated.
2. My appearance does not determine my self-worth.
3. I recognize my body’s incredible ability to support me in daily life.
4. My physical appearance does not dictate the richness of my life experiences.
5. I choose to prioritize my well-being no matter how I feel about my body.
6. My body is a tool for living my life, not an object to be judged.
7. My body is resilient and adaptable.
8. Focusing on my passions brings me greater joy than shrinking my body.
9. Aging is a privilege, not something to be masked or reversed.
10. I am deserving of respect.
11. My body supports me in everything I do.
12. I am more than my body.
13. I am grateful for my ability to think creatively. 
14. My stomach shows signs of creating human life. That’s something to celebrate, not something to “bounce back” from. 
15. I value my inner qualities above my looks.
16. My body is an integral part of my story.
17. I respect my body, even on challenging days.
18. I deserve care and kindness.
19. I am worthy of love and respect, no matter my appearance.
20. My happiness is not tied to how I look.
21. I appreciate my body’s natural changes as I age.
22. I deserve to take up space.
23. I celebrate my body’s ability to heal from illness.
24. I am grateful for my ability to hug my child.
25. I am thankful for my creativity and ability to make beautiful artwork.
26. I appreciate my body for allowing me to run a 5k.
27. I value connection with others over shared experiences, meaningful conversation, and compassion for each other. 
28. My body enables me to laugh and share joy.
29. I am thankful for my ability to dance.
30. I cherish my body for letting me explore the world.
31. I appreciate my body’s strength to carry my 50 lb dog when he is injured. 
32. My mind allows me to learn and grow. 
33. I am grateful for my body’s ability to feed my newborn.
34. My body lets me experience life’s simple pleasures.
35. I am thankful for my perseverance to help accomplish milestones in my career.
36. I appreciate my body for carrying me through tough times.
37. I’m grateful for my increased mobility after my back injury.
38. My self-worth transcends societal beauty standards.
39. I value my body’s adaptability and resilience.
40. I cherish my ability to communicate with friends and family.
41. My legs allow me to explore new hiking trails. 
42. I am in awe of the incredible harmony between my lungs, heart, and other organs, working together to keep me alive and thriving.
43. I am thankful for my ability to listen and empathize.
44. My body allows me to explore the world’s beauty.
45. I value my body for its role in connecting with others.
46. I am thankful for my body’s ability to experience pleasure.
47. I appreciate my body for the strength it provides.
48. My body enables me to share love and kindness.
49. I cherish my body’s role in my overall well-being.
50. I am grateful for my ability to learn to play the guitar. 
51. I value my mind for its role in my spiritual journey.
52. My tenacity allows me to pursue my passions.

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