The holidays can be hell.

For those of you who don’t feel comfortable in your own skin on a good day, the holidays can be especially stressful. Being surrounded by friends and family who may not understand what you’re going through can make you feel vulnerable and threaten to undo all your accomplishments.

First, let me remind you to be patient with yourself. Learning to love your body and who you are takes time. It’s a process. It’s okay to do what you need to do to feel safe and good about yourself.

Here is a list of seven things you can do over the holidays that can boost your confidence and keep your progress on track. [Read more…]