What Do Women With Positive Body Images Have That Others Don't?
Hint: It's not 'better' bodies.
By Charlotte Markey, Contributor July 30, 2018, at 11:04 a.m.
When was the last time you looked in the mirror and felt thrilled with the reflection staring back at you?
If you can't remember, you're in the majority. Most people are dissatisfied with their physical appearance, and their bodies in particular. This dissatisfaction runs deep enough to fuel a growing cosmetic surgery industry. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 17.5 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2017, up 2 percent from 2016. Ninety-two percent of these procedures were performed on women, with breast enlargement being the top surgical procedure and Botox being the top nonsurgical procedure. In other words, women in particular are invested in enhancing their appearance – even if it means going under the knife.
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