Here is the thing about obsessing.. it makes us feel like we are doing something because we are using energy to do it, but it doesn't change anything. I mean, if anything, it usually makes things worse. If you're reading to stop obsessing, try these 3 mindset switches instead.
OBSESSING OVER MY BODY DOESN'T GIVE ME THE LIFE I WANT
Think of the highest-level version of yourself. Does she obsess? Or does she nitpick? Does she spiral into anxiety mode when she eats more than is comfortable? How does obsessing help you get closer to that version of yourself if it's a no? Instead, remind yourself that obsessing over your body doesn't give you the life you want. If anything, it just keeps you from living the life you want.
OBSESSING OVER MY BODY DOESN'T CHANGE MY BODY
Again, obsessing makes us feel like we are doing something because obsessing uses energy, but it is just wasted energy because we are not changing anything by obsessing. What could be more productive than obsessing over your body?
OBSESSING OVER MY BODY HAS NEVER DONE ANYTHING FOR ME.
Think back to all of the times you have obsessed over your body. Did it change anything? Nahhh friend! This time is no different. What will do something, though, is reframing your thoughts and reminding yourself that you are okay, so you can stop obsessing!
