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2998: Does How We Look Make Us More or Less Lovable by Allison Carmen on Authentic Self-Acceptance

2998: Does How We Look Make Us More or Less Lovable by Allison Carmen on Authentic Self-Acceptance

Update: 2025-06-01
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Episode 2998:


Allison Carmen challenges the belief that physical appearance determines our lovability, inviting us to replace body shame with gratitude and self-compassion. By reframing critical thoughts and embracing our bodies “as is,” we open the door to greater peace, joy, and authentic self-acceptance, no matter our age.


Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/does-how-we-look-make-us-more-or-less-lovable/


Quotes to ponder:


"I learned a long time ago that there are thoughts that take us right to pain and misery, and 'I’m not happy with my body' is one of them."


"The only peaceful thought any of us can have is that we love our bodies 'as is' in this moment."


"Isn’t suffering less and accepting ourselves the ultimate in self improvement?"

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2998: Does How We Look Make Us More or Less Lovable by Allison Carmen on Authentic Self-Acceptance

2998: Does How We Look Make Us More or Less Lovable by Allison Carmen on Authentic Self-Acceptance

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