#Beautyinstrength

[lostheartfound]

Hi, my name is LHF and I have an eating disorder. No one knows. Not my family. Not my long term partner. Not even my best friend.

I don’t really hide it well; I’ll purge right after dinner or I’ll restrict all day in front of family. I get upset about workouts and constantly get frustrated about my weight, and if someone comments on my food, I straight up stop eating. Not gonna lie, I’ve kinda wanted to get caught because I need help but I’m too ashamed to admit yet again, I have an issue I can’t battle on my own. Weren’t the handful of other mental health battles enough? Some of the people in my life have made me feel small for needing help. They’ve thrown it in my face. They’ve made hurtful comments. These are people I should’ve been able to trust, no matter what. I still struggle to feel safe and to know who I should rely on.

So I’ve been battling it myself and I’ve been on the long road of recovery. I really am trying to get better and get comfortable in my body. Recovery has had its ups and downs. The thing is, my eating disorder is all over the place. I restrict. Mostly I binge and purge. I over exercise. I have to be very, very careful because my disorder adapts itself and changes just as soon as I think I’ve figured it out. And the thoughts I constantly battle? I’m always thinking about food. If I’m not thinking about food, I am CONSTANTLY thinking about when I’ll be able to work out. I have to run this far and burn this many calories or else! Or else what, though? In my mind, it’s or else I’ll get really fat again. I’m a logical person and I know that I won’t sprout 200 pounds back on, but I feel like if I give in I will lose control and spiral.

Body dysmorphia is no joke. Working through it and using cognitive tools to break apart negative self-construct is an every day, every hour, every minute activity and it is exhausting. Buuuuut I’m trying. Every day I’m working to build confidence. I’m trying to break through the shame and seek help.

[luzofstellalucchi]

Through unique and upcycled jewelry, Stella Lucchi highlights the beauty found in strength. #upcycling #upcycledclothing #upcycledjewelry #sustainability #sustainablefashion #womanownedbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbusiness #beautyinstrength #sustainableliving #luxury https://www.instagram.com/p/CcBe6jfMdcD/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[mountainmolls]

Today I asked my body what she needed,

Which is a big deal

Considering my journey of

Not really asking that much.

I thought she might need more water.

Or protein.

Or greens.

Or yoga.

Or supplements.

Or movement.

But as I stood in the shower

Reflecting on her stretch marks,

Her roundness where I would like flatness,

Her softness where I wouild like firmness,

All those conditioned wishes

That form a bundle of

Never-quite-right-ness,

She whispered very gently:

Could you just love me like this?

[eatclean-bewhole]

Motivate the body; the mind will follow.💪🏽

#beautyinstrength #momswholift #girlswholift #motivatethebody #strengthenthemind #gymtherapy

[jayeldraco]

In this panel from "Children of Gaia: Refuge", Sen'Telis and Gur'Ka'Trun find themselves in a bit of a pickle... not a nice place to set up camp for the night, really. - #elves #orcs #powerfulwomen #beautyinstrength #womenwarriors #fantasy #fantasyart #originalcharacters #illustration #comics #comicart #fantasycomics (at Missoula, Montana)

[gb-art]

https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Hero-by-gabrielbroady/52894251.R05UB?utm_source=rb-native-app&utm_campaign=share-product&utm_medium=ios #redbubble #art #moretocome #heroes #power #strength #woman #powerful #girlpower #coolillustrations #supportartistsoninstagram #supportartists #lady #beautyinstrength https://www.instagram.com/p/CC2SVVljqhJ/?igshid=w2d6r6fs6zb0

[cherylinaction]

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#TBT some pirate fun on "Crossbones"👊🏾 #StuntDouble I Do #Action #StuntPerformer #BlackGirlMagic #BeautyinStrength #WomenKickAss #Stunts #LoveWhatIDo #PositiveMovingEnergy

[curlculture]

“Sisterhood is reflecting each other’s GREATNESS” - Monique Coleman 👯‍♀️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✨We are stronger together✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I can’t wait to see all of my beauties crush their goals in 2019! I’ll be here cheering you on💯 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

[veronicavfit]

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls! Before you tell your female better half to not look like a body builder, understand what it takes to even get there. With the intense dedication, time, food and years involved...odds are, they won't even get close. Especially if you are unsupportive in your eating and exercise. Ladies, don't be afraid of weights! Your body won't transform overnight or in a week. At least see your body sculpt/develop and chose to maintain or cut back after you like what you see. I see too many give up before they give it a chance to look great for summer. Also, do you want to look skinny fat or fit? One requires no exercise, poor eating and is/looks flabby, the other looks like you are active and have dedication and commitment to a goal :) which do you want to portray? Strength or? #fitfam #livelong #beautyinstrength

[mallisongallery-blog]

Calling all ladies! I need gals with attitude. Women that are fed up with being mistreated, disrespected, and not listened to... now is your time. Sisters, queens, fighters, the weary & tired, now is your chance to have your work featured in Bevie's Webitorial Miniseries: RESPECT. We are gearing up for our last issue of 2017, "Unbroken" and I want to showcase how strong us women are by empowering all artists/photogs/models/other creatives to submit your work throughout the month of October for our website. Please follow all submission guidelines at beviemagazine.com. Model: @melanieallisongallery Photog: @jordancolephoto ____________ #angrywoman #respect #comecorrect #webitorial #beviemagazine #fashionmagazine #fashionphotography #beinspired #beautyinstrength #october #onlinemagazine #submityourwork #babessupportingbabes #femaleempowerment #sickandtired #tough #beheard #art #artists #photographers #magazinesubmission #editorial #strongwoman #treatmelikeaqueen

[msfitcamp]

Happy MONDAY Fam!! Who’s ready to do the thang today? 👊 Now is the time to set your intentions for the day. Declare that it is going to be a good day! That you will be calm, productive, caring, intentional, patient, or whatever else comes to mind. 🤩 We hope that movement has become a part of your daily routine this year! If not, we’d love for you to join us at the Camphouse today and start your fitness journey! ▶️Your first week is FREE, so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain!! ⏰Monday classes: 5:00AM 6:00AM (30min class) 8:15AM ———— 4:15PM 5:15PM #fitcampstrong #beginnerfriendly #groupfitness #moveyobody #womeninspiringwomen #beautyinstrength #maketimeforyou (at FITCamp - Beginners Bootcamp for Women) https://www.instagram.com/p/CO-VBlKlN7k/?igshid=n2xsb0avt0eg

[loby90-blog]

#Repost @thezigziglar (@get_repost) ・・・ You never realize how strong you are, until being strong is the only choice you have. #YouAreStrong #BeautyInStrength #YouCan #Ziglar

[dakyskin]

Do something kind today, make the world a better place. . . . #beautybyberii #beautyeyes #beautyisintheeyeofthebeholder #beautyadvisor #BeautyInEverything #beautyeditor #beautyspa #beautyworld #beautyclass #beautyquotes #beautyfromwithin #beautybrands #beautyregimen #beautytutorial #beautyhack #beautybrand #BeautyLounge #beautywoman #beautyonabudget #beautyflatlay #beautyitaly #beautydish #beautyandbeast #beautytreatments #beautyinstrength #beautywatermurah #beautyline #beautystyle #beautybehindthemadness #beautydoctor https://www.instagram.com/p/B-TvU2nHyea/?igshid=1seiy5pzrygft

[toocucu4u-blog]

Wake up knowing you have the strength and courage to sieze the day! You are royalty. You were born with greatness running through your veins. You are an amazing creature. You were born to rule your kingdom and strong enough to thwart adversity. Now keep that head high and that smile firmly planted upon your beautiful face and go give the world hell! Then rest in the evening knowing you conquered. 💞👑 ##momentsbybooks #QueensReign #beautyinstrength #beYoutiful #worldisyouroyster #divachronicles https://www.instagram.com/p/BotdnC6DLu5baj0DB9xzk4-UeO8oWuwNf1w8100/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1a2x2tacw2yn9

[alexanderbitar]

#Throwbackthursday to a fantastic photo shoot with Tash. Makeup by the always stellar @thefacesImakebyJP * * #thefacesImakebyJP #Amazingmakeup #jpramirez #Beautyshoot #conceptualbeauty * #Armoredbeauty #girlsinarmor #armor #sexyarmor #beautyinstrength #strengthinbeauty * #canon #dynaliteflash #dynalite #studiolighting #preciselight #obsessedwithlight