Some people mistakenly believe that being mindful is a passive attitude of submissive acceptance or some type of resignation. While acceptance is essential to mindfulness, it is not the doormat sort ...

Though related, self-acceptance is not the same as self-esteem. Whereas self-esteem refers specifically to how valuable, or worthwhile, we see ourselves, self-acceptance alludes to a far more global ...

In a world that constantly pushes people to seek validation - through appearance, success, or social approval - the idea of truly accepting oneself can feel quietly radical. Self-acceptance isn’t ...

Sometimes, we can avoid hard conversations or uncomfortable connections in the name of self-love. Here's how to love yourself ...

Loving yourself sounds simple, but for many of us, knowing where to start is a mystery. The truth is, you may not have been taught how to love yourself. In fact, you may have been taught the opposite ...

"Thank yourself for showing up today and loving yourself," said the yoga teacher in the dim, sweaty room where I do hot yoga and try to shut down my brain. The message to "love yourself", it seems, is ...

My journey to self-acceptance through embracing my body hair How do you define your identity? The power of self-expression and acceptance comes in many forms. For writer Alex Music, their body hair ...