NEDA Week Kick-Off

on February 21, 2010
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Good morning!  I’m on a long bike ride, but I wanted to take this opportunity to remind you…

 

Today kicks off the beginning of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.  NEDA is dedicated to providing education, resources and support to those affected by eating disorders.

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Operation Beautiful is a featured organization for NEDA Week.  In the spirit of NEDA Week, Operation Beautiful will be sharing information about eating disorders, as well as stories from girls and women who have overcome an eating disorders with the help of positive self-talk or Operation Beautiful notes.

 

Here’s a list of 20 Ways You Can Learn to Love and Appreciate Your Body RIGHT NOW!  I especially like tip #16: Keep a list of 10 positive things about yourself–without mentioning your appearance.  Add to it!

 

As a community, we should all care about and promote NEDA Week, even if we don’t suffer from an ED ourselves.  In the spirit of NEDA Week, I’m going to list 10 positive qualities about myself, and I’d love you to do the same in the comments section!

 

  1. I am a really good fur-mom to Maggie and James.
  2. I care a lot about my friends and take the time to help them.
  3. I keep my house looking clean and presentable.
  4. I donate to charities, like Children International.
  5. I answer e-mails quickly.
  6. I help my Husband reach his goals.
  7. I make time for myself by meditating or going for runs.
  8. I am a good cook.
  9. I am not good with money, but I’m trying to learn how.
  10. I’m pretty smart.

 

What are 10 awesome things about YOU?  Come on, DO IT!  It’s fun to brag.  🙂

{ 66 comments }

 

  • Jessica @ The Process of Healing February 21, 2010, 9:32 am

    Love this!! It’s so important to think about our good qualities that have nothing to do with looks 🙂
    1. I’m a good baker
    2. I’m good with kids
    3. I am sensitive to others
    4. I care a lot about animals
    5. I’m good at my job
    6. I love learning new things
    7. I am loving
    8. I tend to see the good in people
    9. I like to do things to make others happy
    10. I am creative

  • Jocelyn February 21, 2010, 9:32 am

    looove this!

    1. I am trying to better myself by getting a degree
    2. I try my best to see the best in everyone, no matter what
    3. I respect other peoples opinions and always try to see where other people are coming from
    4. I have a sponser child through world vision and she is so cute
    5. I work for non profit centre and even though the pay isn’t great…it’s rewarding and I think makes me a better person
    6. I support my boyfriend and try to be the *non nagging* girlfriend 😉
    7. I have recovered from two eating disorders
    8. I think I am pretty funny and positive and love to spread that around 🙂
    9. I love my family and spend lots of time with them, even if they drive me crazy!
    10. I try to be supportive of all of my friends crazy life adventures and endeavours no matter how crazy! 🙂

  • Amanda February 21, 2010, 9:41 am

    1. I changed my life through diet and exercise and didn’t use drugs, surgeries, or other means.

    2. I’m a good mother.

    3. I respect all people and accept them regardless of their religion, race or sexuality.

    4. I’m a good cook.

    5. I’m a good nurse.

    6. I like to try new things and it has really opened up my life to new experiences.

    7. I make sure to take time for myself everyday.

    8. I can honestly say that I can do anything I put my mind to. I have been sucessful in everything I have attempted in my life.

    9. I quit smoking after smoking a pack a day for 8 years.

    10. I’m funny. 🙂

  • Kelly @ Healthy Passion February 21, 2010, 9:41 am

    LOVE LOVE THIS!!!

    1. I am a hard worker
    2. I am a good wife
    3. I am very discplined and always give 100%
    4. I will do anything for my friends
    5. I always keep my word
    6. I am a good runner
    7. I make my bed everyday
    8. I am not judgmental and I accept that everyone is different and has different experiences that made them who they are
    9. I am good with money
    10. I love my husband more than anything in this entire world

  • Anna February 21, 2010, 9:44 am

    Ooo great idea. I bet you’re going to get record-breaking comments on this one. Hah.

    1. I am thoughtful and sensitive of the needs of others
    2. I am unconditionally loving and supportive of friends and family
    3. I make an effort fit exercise and eating well into my college lifestyle
    4. I am smart
    5. I am passionate
    6. I’m a good writer
    7. I’m a good baker/cook
    8. I am forgiving
    9. I have a good sense of humor
    10. I like to learn

  • Evan Thomas February 21, 2010, 9:45 am

    1. I’m smart
    2. I love learning
    3. I have a healthy love for exercising and running
    4. I’m a damn good cook
    5. I’m easy going
    6. I have a strong work ethic
    7. I’m funny
    8. I respect others
    9. I’m organized
    10. I’m creative

  • swimsutra February 21, 2010, 9:46 am

    Love this challenge (yes, I think it’s a challenge!)

    1. I respect all religions, races, lifestyles, etc. etc.
    2. I make pretty delicious channa masala
    3. I’m openminded
    4. I’m always reading about subjects I know nothing about.
    5. I can swim several miles in the ocean. Into the waves! Or I did this a few times. 🙂
    6. I am driven!
    7. I am well-traveled for my age/lack of lots of $$.
    8. I am learning Arabic right now.
    9. I laugh at myself in yoga everytime I do it. I don’t take myself too seriously.
    10. I love unconditionally

    Cheers! 🙂

  • Molly @thevegandorm February 21, 2010, 9:47 am

    1. I’m smart.
    2. I’m sensitive to others’ pain.
    3. I’m a fast runner.
    4. I’m a good role model for my sister.
    5. I’m protective of those I care about.
    6. I’m a loyal friend.
    7. I think for myself.
    8. I’m competitive.
    9. Animals love me.
    10. I’m adventurous and outdoorsy.

  • Freya @ foodfitnessandfreya.wordpress.com February 21, 2010, 9:47 am

    Oooh this is tough!! Hmm..
    1. I’m a good cook
    2. I love my animals to the end of the world
    3. I am a good runner
    4. I always tidy up after myself
    5. I try and reply to all comments on my blog
    6. I try and be supportive and loving to my family, by doing little things for them (ie buying my sister a mug I knew she’d love :p)
    7. I’m good at horseriding

    8. If I say I’ll do something, I’ll do it
    9. I’m (on the whole) good with money!!
    10. I like to bake people presents

    That’s a tough exercise! I want to do it more to increase my self confidence 🙂
    Good post idea Caitlin!

  • Madeleine February 21, 2010, 9:47 am

    Fantastic way to start the week off! Here goes my ten..
    1. I am intelligent.
    2. I have the ability to ace my exams, and enjoy it.
    3. I am naturally passionate about learning, and am GOING to be a scientist, yo.
    4. I make pretty darn good cakes!
    5. I am a good friend.
    6. I’m funny.
    7. I don’t judge people, and always think before I act.
    8. I’ve managed to survive three family crisises, while recovering from ED, keeping on top of coursework, and acing exams.
    9. I have fantastic hair.
    10. I don’t need to be told to work: I do it, and enjoy doing it. 🙂

  • Jen February 21, 2010, 9:49 am

    This is very much along the same line as my last few posts! I’m even offering a giveaway related to this!
    Check it out! http://happyhearthappymind.wordpress.com/
    This question has always been pretty hard for me, but here goes:
    1) I most often stay positive.
    2) I’m friendly and get along with almost everyone.
    3) I’m sensitive to the feelings of others.
    4) I’m healthy.
    5) I love my job as a teacher, and always try my hardest to make sure that each kid is successful!
    6) I am a good wife.
    7) I am a good mom to my pups.
    8) I smile a lot.
    9) I can follow a recipe!
    10) I am driven!

  • Rachel (suburban yogini) February 21, 2010, 9:54 am

    1. I too am an awesome furmum to two kitties, Aurora and Johnny Park.
    2. I always look on the bright side (even during fibromyalgia flare ups after all, this too shall pass).
    3. I am a good yoga teacher, even though sometimes my Silly Head tells me otherwise.
    4. I am a great girlfriend and have totally turned Himself’s diet and lifestyle around since I met him 4 years ago.
    5. I make marvellous vegan cupcakes.
    6. I am smarter than the average bear.
    7. I have an awesome ass 😉
    8. I never stop learning.
    9. I am a good writer.
    10. I am a wonderful daughter.

  • Alicia February 21, 2010, 9:54 am

    THANK YOU for sharing that list of 20 Ways – I needed it this AM!

    1. I’ve maintained a 110 pound weight loss.
    2. I make a mean chicken parm.
    3. I do my best to care for my husband every moment of the day.
    4. I rock at getting laundry cleaned and dried (but not folded & put away!)
    5. I am good at my job – event planning.
    6. I am working through my disordered eating and night eating disorder by taking baby steps and realizing that each day is a new journey.
    7. Quitting my old job was the best decision I made in 2009.
    8. I am uber organized.
    9. I love living in a fantastic city surrounded by my family.
    10. I am FINALLY happy again!

  • Julie February 21, 2010, 9:58 am

    1. I am a great listener
    2. I am a good baker
    3. I’m smart
    4. I’m funny and love making people laugh
    5. I give great hugs
    6. I take good care of myself
    7. I have great dental hygene
    8. I have a pretty smile
    9. I’m a good friend
    10. Babies love me

    • Heather February 21, 2010, 11:29 am

      you are probably the most hiliarous person I’ve yet to meet. I’m just sayin’. you deserve some sort of talk show of hilarity.

      • Julie February 21, 2010, 1:09 pm

        Lol we shall meet soon enough my dear!

  • Julie February 21, 2010, 9:58 am

    1. I am a great listener
    2. I am a good baker
    3. I’m smart
    4. I’m funny and love making people laugh
    5. I give great hugs
    6. I take good care of myself
    7. I have great dental hygene
    8. I have a pretty smile
    9. I’m a good friend
    10. Babies love me

  • Whitney @ whitinspired.wordpress.com February 21, 2010, 10:00 am

    1. I’m a good cook
    2. I am always down to try new things
    3. I’m a good friend
    4. I’m a good listener
    5. I am highly motivated
    6. I’m a good wife and “mother” to my doggies
    7. I’m an awesome listener
    8. I work hard
    9. I try to be kind to others
    10. I always have fun, no matter what I do.

  • Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg February 21, 2010, 10:01 am

    Such a great idea!!! Love it! 🙂

    1. I’m open-minded
    2. I’m loving
    3. I take good care of my husband and dogs.
    4. I’m loyal
    5. I try to be friendly to everyone
    6. I’m a good cook
    7. I’m pretty funny
    8. I have a good heart
    9. I’m healthy
    10. I’m a good poet/writer

  • Kelly February 21, 2010, 10:03 am

    A challenge indeed….

    1. I am creative.
    2. I am a great fur mommy to my pug and cat.
    3. I volunteer when I can to help those who can benefit from my strengths.
    4. I’m learning how to cook more healthy meals for myself and my husband.
    5. I work hard at my job and I enjoy it.
    6. I’m trying to learn to be more organized everyday instead of just sparatically.
    7. I love to use my creativity to help others.
    8. I go to Pilates and it is REALLY helping!
    9. I try to stay positive, even when others are not.
    10. I’m working on being a better daughter and sister by keeping in better touch with my family.

  • chandra h February 21, 2010, 10:07 am

    :D!

    1. I appreciate the simple things in life.
    2. I’m a good photographer
    3. I have a good knowledge of HTML, all self-taught
    4. I’m a good writer
    5. I’m in school to follow my dreams
    6. I’m a loving girlfriend
    7. and a loving friend
    8. I have really good taste in music (lol, if i do say so myself :P)
    9. I’ve moved around a lot and had a lot of life experience even though I’m not even 20 yet! (this november)
    10. I truly love healthy food and try my best to nourish my body with it.

    have a wonderful sunday, caitlin! <3

  • christie, honoring health February 21, 2010, 10:07 am

    1. I am kind and compassionate
    2. I am open and honest
    3. I am giving
    4. I try my best to be a good wife to the most awesome husband int he world.
    5. I am a great cook
    6. I am intuitive
    7. I am a good writer
    8. I am a good friend
    9. I have a quick wit
    10. I have risen above negative circumstances to make my life better

    • Heather February 21, 2010, 11:31 am

      you are an inspiration & such a genuine person! xoxo

  • Katie @ Health for the Whole Self February 21, 2010, 10:18 am

    What a wonderful idea!

    1. I am determined to follow my dreams.
    2. I am a loving wife, daughter, and friend.
    3. I encourage and motivate others.
    4. I am a strong writer.
    5. I am dedicated to reaching my goals.
    6. I am good at planning and organizing.
    7. I appreciate life’s little pleasures.
    8. I look for the best in other people.
    9. I am friendly and kind to strangers.
    10. I am always looking for ways to make myself a better person.

  • Sarah February 21, 2010, 10:20 am

    Caitlyn,
    Just wanted to let you know that I was listening to the radio this morning in Raleigh, NC and their was a program talking about NEDA and the nutritionist speaking talked about Operation Beautiful and encouraged listeners to post positive-notes around their workplace, school, etc. It is just so awesome that Operation Beautiful has such a far reach! I’m going to go post a note myself!

    • Caitlin February 21, 2010, 12:55 pm

      that is awesome! i love how stuff like that happens and i don’t even know about it until a reader tells me! 🙂

  • Danielle (Coffee Run) February 21, 2010, 10:22 am

    I wasn’t aware of NEDA week, but I like it 😀

    1. I’m a loyal friend
    2. I’m intelligent & get good grades
    3. I like to inspire others
    4. I’m motivated
    5. I’m genuine
    6. I have strong legs that can kick ass
    7. I’m creative
    8. I’m a good listener
    9. I like everyone to have fun
    10. I’m goofy…in a “not annoying” way (at least to me haha)

    I liked this exercise 😀 Free therapy!

  • Joelle (The Pancake Girl) February 21, 2010, 10:53 am

    I love your positivity Caitlin!! Thanks for continuing to remind us all that we are all important and special in our own ways, regardless of any numbers on the scale or how many miles we can run. Have a great day!

  • Eliza February 21, 2010, 11:12 am

    This is a really good idea, I am not good at doing these things!

    1. I try my hardest to follow my dreams
    2. I care a lot about other people
    3. I have a good sense of humour
    4. I try to get past the negatives and am working on being a positive person
    5. I persevere to achieve my goals
    6. I love my family, friends and dogs
    7. I care about animals and the environment
    8. I make healthy decisions for my body (most of the time!)9. I am open minded and try new things
    10.I am also pretty smart 🙂

    thanks for the constant positivity caitlin, I am sure you always bring smiles to lot’s of people’s faces. you do for me:)

  • Alyssa February 21, 2010, 11:18 am

    I always have trouble with these kinds of things!

    1. I bead beautiful spiral bracelets (http://www.spiralspellsjewelry.com )
    2. I am an Emmy award-winning up-and-coming broadcast journalist.
    3. I am a driven hard-worker
    4. I am an excellent student
    5. I am motivated to do my best
    6. I try my best to be the best and most loving daughter and sister I can be
    7. I am currently a puzzle-addict (I have to channel my perfectionist and sometimes obsessive habits somewhere! :))
    8. I have beautiful eyes
    9. I am thoughtful and intelligent
    10. I am very creative.

  • Morgan @ Healthy Happy Place February 21, 2010, 11:22 am

    haha I actually wrote 10 things I love about myself on my blog for Valentine’s Day. I’ll spare everyone from writing them again, but you can check out my blog to read them there!

  • Becky February 21, 2010, 11:25 am

    This is so hard, but in a good way!

    1 – I lost 55 lbs through hard work alone and feel happy and healthy in my body.
    2 – I’m able to look at the bright side of life.
    3 – I am deeply loyal to the people that I care about.
    4 – I work hard to be the best kindergarten teacher I can be and I am a strong advocate for my kiddos.
    5 – I taught myself to cook and I’m pretty good at it!
    6 – I was able to motivate friends and family to live healthier along with me.
    7 – I am funny and try to find humor in every day – or so I’m told!
    8 – Running is one of my biggest challenges and one of my biggest accomplishments…I’m proud that I’ve persevered and learned to love it!
    9 – I am kind to others and try to make them feel comfortable around me.
    10 – I appreciate simple things, like smiles and hellos.

    I also appreciate being able to find such a positive and inspirational place to share thoughts and ideas on the web. Thanks, Caitlin…and everyone…for sharing!

  • Kelly February 21, 2010, 11:28 am

    1. I am a great fur momma to Pumpkin
    2. I think I set a good example for my younger sister
    3. I support my boyfriend through his stresses of law school
    4. I am a good cook
    5. I am friendly
    6. Recently I have been open to trying tons of new things
    7. I spread healthy eating and exercising tips through the internet
    8. I make good choices for my life
    9. I work hard at my job
    10. I am pursuing my passion for writing by starting a blog

    Wow, this was harder than I thought it would be. Thanks for the positive influences always!

  • Sara @ ActiveGal February 21, 2010, 11:30 am

    1. I am also a great mom to two fur-babies (too kitties)
    2. I am always pushing myself to new accomplishments. (today I am going to run 7 – my longest run in probably 5 months)
    3. I am supportive to my boyfriend and his dreams
    4. I am a good friend
    5. I am trying to be a better blogger
    6. I am teaching myself how to cook, and doing really well at it!
    7. I am understanding
    8. I love to help other people
    9. I love making new friends
    10. I have had a problem in the past with negative talk, but am turning myself into a postive and happy person

  • Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) February 21, 2010, 11:31 am

    Okay, here goes!

    1) I am a good cook.
    2) My dinner parties rock!
    3) I do very well in school.
    4) I am thoughtful and generous.
    5) I am really good at buying people the perfect gift.
    6) I am a caring teacher.
    7) I am motivated and hardworking.
    8) I am a good friend.
    9) I am a good wife.
    10)I am successful in my career.

  • Samantha February 21, 2010, 11:34 am

    1. I try to enter races that go to a good cause.
    2. I love trying to make people laugh, even if it is at me and not with me.
    3. I try my best at everything I attempt.
    4. I look forward to hard workouts because I feel it makes me a better person when I finish.
    5. I am a great listener and good at keeping secrets 🙂
    6. I try to see the best in people.
    7. I’m a good girlfriend that is completely committed.
    8. I hate arguments and would rather work things out nice and calmly.
    9. I’m a morning person and I think that is a pretty positive outlook for the rest of the day.
    10. I started my blog and love the positive readers and new friends it brings!

  • brianna February 21, 2010, 11:39 am

    1. I have worked extremely hard this last year and a half of my Master’s program, and it is paying off now with excellent doctural program offers.
    2. I am in the final stages of my thesis!
    3. I am driven, and I WILL write a book someday.
    4. I am a good big sister, and my sisters know that I am always there.
    5. I work hard to be a good girlfriend–a good support system, a source of encouragement and relaxation, etc.
    6. I make awesome shrimp scampi and cream cheese brownies.
    7. I have been putting time into volunteering lately and giving in various ways to causes that are important to me.
    8. I am a hard worker.
    9. I forgive myself for my imperfections (such as my complete inability to clean my room)–they add character!
    10. Generally speaking, I choose happy.

  • Alison February 21, 2010, 11:49 am

    1. I’m an excellent baker
    2. I’m patient, especially when lines are long and service
    is slow
    3. I’m loyal
    4. I stay true to my word
    5. I only complain *a little bit* when we have to move every 2- 3 years
    6. I’m organized
    7. I’m pragmatic and level headed
    8. I’m take care of my body (minus my daily Diet Coke!)
    9. I have a good sense of humor
    10. I’m a good mom

    I’m much better at listing my faults, but this was a good exercise for me!

  • Jenni February 21, 2010, 12:02 pm

    This is harder than it looked, for me anyway!

    1. I take pride in cleaning the home and quite enjoy doing housework!
    2. I’m a good cook
    3. I’m great with kids, they respond really positively to me
    4. I often feel shy, but when it comes down to it I’m a great conversationalist
    5. I’m very loyal
    6. I don’t find it difficult to sacrifice some time to myself if it means being there for a friend or loved one when they need me
    7. I spend a lot of my time worrying about others and making sure they feel happy! (I THINK this is a good thing! some people view it as negative?!)
    8. I’m creative
    9. I’ve got a very contagious giggle – and can easily burst into a giggle fit at the most random things
    10. I feel both sympathetic and empathetic toward others!

    whew.

  • Crystal February 21, 2010, 12:09 pm

    1. I am a great daughter and sister
    2. I am an amazing mum to my fur-kids Eecheb, Annie, and Tobin
    3. I am a very open-minded person
    4. I am a great cook
    5. I am great with children and really enjoy my job (Early Childhood Educator)
    6. I am not good with money but I’m tryting to learn how to be
    7. I am smart, I proved this to myself when I graduated from College with Honours
    8. I am very creative – I love painting and taking photos
    9. I am a good fiance
    10. I am funny

  • Kate February 21, 2010, 1:03 pm

    These are all in my own opinion, might not be true of course!

    1. I’m a good student – never skip, best grades I can.
    2. I’m a good sister – get on well with my siblings
    3. I’m a good skater – I try very hard
    4. I have nice hair (haha sounds so braggy but just got it cut!)
    5. I am friendly to people I do not know
    6. I’m good on pleases and thank yous, manners like that
    7. I am a somewhat respected blogger in my field
    8. I’m optimistic
    9. I smile a lot!
    10. I take okay care of my body.

    Wow that was a lot harder than I thought it would be! Spent ages thinking about it. Good “assignment” for us Caitlin!
    5. I try my

  • Vicki February 21, 2010, 1:19 pm

    1. I am open minded and very accepting.
    2. I try to help out the homeless when I see them, particularly the elderly.
    3. I am a good friend.
    4. I am very forgiving.
    5. I have managed to do really well in school these past two years, despite being a full time mom and having so much on my plate.
    6. I love to laugh. I might not be the funniest person in the world but I consider “loves to laugh” to be a positive attribute.
    7. I love my family so much it hurts and I’m working on making sure I show it more.
    8. I have gotten really good at healthy baking, fooling even my picky husband in the process.
    9. I can be very supportive and encouraging.
    10. I always try to give people the benefit of the doubt.

    Thank you, Caitlin. I really needed this today.

  • Caitlin @ Right Foot Forward February 21, 2010, 1:26 pm

    Great post idea!

    1. I love and support my fiance
    2. I make time and care for my friends and family.
    3. I am an active listener.
    4. I am smart and good at my job, even though I don’t enjoy it all the time.
    5. I take care of myself by eating right, going for runs, and doing other types of exercise that make me happy.
    6. I am actively pursuing my goals.
    7. I love animals. 🙂
    8. I forgive and forget – life is too short to hold a grudge.
    9. I appreciate a nature or a beautiful day.
    10. I enjoy helping others succeed.

  • Melissa S. February 21, 2010, 1:47 pm

    1. I’m determined in everything I do.
    2. I never, well, try to never think “I can’t”
    3. I’m orgnaized
    4. I’m good as saving money
    5. I am opening up to new people and experiences.
    6. I’m a good baker/dessert maker
    7. I enjoy educating people when they want it.
    8. I’m a great sister to my younger twin brothers.
    9. I am taking time and effort to take better care of my body.
    10. I do the simple things that make people happy: like putting dishes away from the dishwasher. 🙂

  • Olga @ Healthing It February 21, 2010, 1:51 pm

    1. I’m a super overachiever and I’m proud of it.
    2. I graduated top in my class.
    3. I’m caring.
    4. I try to be a good daughter to my parents.
    5. I am artistic.
    6. I’m fun to go out with!
    7. I’m a pretty sweet dancer.
    8. I love to learn.
    9. I love volunteering
    10.I am determined

  • Jenny Eastwood@ JennyLikesToRun, Teenager with a healthy twist on life :) February 21, 2010, 1:59 pm

    1. I’m driven and motivated to achieve all my goals
    2. I write kick-ass, perceptive poetry
    3. I’m a chilled out girlfriend
    4. I give 100% to mothering my two fur-babies, Lulu and Jazz (cats)
    5. I’m a hard worker who practices patience and tolerance at all times.
    6. I’m intelligent and intellectual
    7. I care for my friends with all my heart
    8. I’m organized
    9. I’m very open-minded, accepting and non-judgmental
    10. I’m 110% family oriented.

  • Mary @ Fit this girl February 21, 2010, 2:15 pm

    1) I love people and thrive on learning their story!
    2) I am a listener
    3) I am an encourager, I can motivate too! I should be a counselor!
    4) I have a bunch of amazing tattoos
    5) Give me an inch and I will take a mile
    6) I am creative and a good writer
    7) I a very good at making plans!!
    8) I am more capable then ever imagined
    9) I am loved unconditionally by a God who really has my back
    10) I am FINALLY living what I speak, taking leaps of faith and going after my happiness. I will never ignore my true self again out of fear or insecurity. I will never listen to others negative voices over my God’s and my own.

  • Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] February 21, 2010, 2:53 pm

    My university is hosting Love Every Body Week in honor of NEDA =]

    1) I am organized & responsible.
    2) I have a hilarious laugh.
    3) I can run for miles & miles.
    4) I have a niche for writing.
    5) I am independent.
    6) I am a good student.
    7) I dominate in the kitchen.
    8) I stay true to my morals.
    9) I can get shake my bootay!
    10) I am healthy =]

  • Ashley February 21, 2010, 3:01 pm

    1. I am a loving wife, daughter, and friend.
    2. I snort when I laugh, really really hard
    3. I can run 9 miles AND talk now!
    4. I am independent yet married.
    5. I have a great job and am doing well.
    6. I’m healthier now than I was a year ago.
    7. I can do 22 male pushups!
    8. I can hold a plank for 2 minutes!
    9. My skin loves the fact that I drink almost a gallon of water per day.
    10. I have gorgeous hair!

  • Megan February 21, 2010, 3:05 pm

    1.) I continued to stay motivated to graduate from college even through the hardballs that the military threw at us. I am happy to say that I will be an official college graduate this year!
    2.) I can run long distances
    3.) I have beautiful eyes
    4.) I am a good student
    5.) I am great at organizing
    6.) I am a homeowner at the young at of 24
    7.) I’m good a saving money
    8.) I am an excellent softball player
    9.) I am great at playing the flute and piccolo
    10.) I know what I want to do with my life in terms of a career.

  • Joyful Jamila February 21, 2010, 3:29 pm

    1. I am a (usually) gentle, patient, ever-loving mother.
    2. I am an attentive friend.
    3. I always let people merge in front of me even in cut-throat traffic.
    4. I donate to charities – both time and money/goods – quite regularly.
    5. I struggle sometimes to be supportive of my husband, but I’m trying to improve!
    6. I take steps everyday to reduce my impact on the environment.
    7. I show compassion and nonviolence with every VEGAN bite of food that I take.
    8. I stimulate the economy often, lol. 😉
    9. I’m open-minded and non-judgemental about others’ choices, even if they would not be my own.
    10. I’m pretty darn smart.

  • Jacquie February 21, 2010, 3:33 pm

    1. I’m finally finishing my degree after taking the necessary time for myself.
    2. I am a great listener and can talk to almost anyone and find something in common by the end of the conversation.
    3. I’m a good, honest writer.
    4. I’m very organized.
    5. I’m trying to see if changes can be made in the fashion industry using women’s advice for my independent study to do better for society.
    6. I just planned and finished a walk for Body Image Awareness Week. We had about 75 people there so we raised about $750 to help others get the treatment they need.
    7. I have learned how to always stay true to myself and listen to my instincts.
    8. I can make some kick-ass chocolate chip cookies 🙂
    9. I consider myself a creative person.
    10. I’m living healthy and free!

  • Shelly February 21, 2010, 3:34 pm

    1. I’m smart
    2. I’m very loyal
    3. I’m funny
    4. I’m driven
    5. I’m a good daughter
    6. I’m a good fiance
    7. I love animals
    8. I’m a good cook
    9. I give to charity
    10. I’m creative

  • Alex February 21, 2010, 3:38 pm

    1. I am smart
    2. I am driven
    3. I am competitive
    4. I am loyal
    5. I am supportive of friends and family
    6. I love to learn
    7. I like to make people laugh
    8. I will eventually be a great mother
    9. I am a decent cook and getting better!
    10. I like new challenges

  • Deirdre February 21, 2010, 4:55 pm

    1. I’m a good listener
    2. I am loyal to a fault
    3. I am a good sister/daughter
    4. I make great guacamole
    5. I am open-minded
    6. I’m good at a job I dislike
    7. I’m great at getting a drink at a crowded bar
    8. I am an informed citizen who VOTES
    9. I am a great tipper
    10. I can ride the subway without holding onto anything

  • Rachel February 21, 2010, 4:57 pm

    Thank you again for all the work you do for eating disorders and positive self-image. It means a lot to me. I LOVE this idea of positives unrelated to body image:
    1. I am smart and do well in school
    2. I am a very hard worker
    3. I am determined and finish what I start
    4. I am loyal
    5. I love my family very much
    6. I am kind to people and animals
    7. I am sensitive
    8. I am empathetic
    9. I am patient
    10. I am athletic

  • Laura @ Strong and Steady February 21, 2010, 6:07 pm

    😀 “fur-mom” love it!

    10 things is kind of hard…

    1. I am very dedicated to my goals
    2. I am loyal and trustworthy
    3. I have a strong sense of justice/right and wrong
    4. I love a challenge
    5. I take pride in my work
    6. I am generous but don’t let others take advantage of me
    7. I can really sing!
    8. I’m a creative budget cook
    9. I am good at motivating others
    10. I successfully manage a ridiculous calendar

    Weeeee!!

  • Britt (Runnerbelle) February 21, 2010, 6:48 pm

    1. I am a loyal friend
    2. I try to keep a positive and upbeat outlook
    3. I am a hard worker
    4. I am a good wife and friend to my hubby
    5. I am a good fur-mom to my beagle Reggie
    6. I am a pretty good runner
    7. I am strong!
    8. I am working on being a better cook
    9. I do volunteer work and try to make my community a better place.
    10.I like to have fun!!!

  • Cynthia (It All Changes) February 21, 2010, 7:18 pm

    1. I’m a good cook constantly trying new things.
    2. I take good care of my Bipolar disorder.
    3. I love my husband and dogs very much.
    4. I enjoy a challenge in almost anything.
    5. I have a great relationship with my mom.
    6. I love my job despite the challenges.
    7. I am a good listener.
    8. My friends say I’m a good friend 🙂
    9. I may not be the best athlete but I do it for me.
    10. I enjoy quilting to make things for people I love.

  • Orla February 22, 2010, 5:49 am

    1: I am a good Baker.
    2: I am great at my job and I like it too.
    3: I make time for myself on a regular basis.
    4: I keep my house tidy and presentable
    5: I make/bake presents for friends and family just because.
    6: I am training for a marathon in memory of a friend. Because I can but she can’t.
    7: I fit into my skinny jeans at the weekend without really trying!
    8: I write lists – for everything – and love it!
    9: I am a good fur-mom to my rescue dog Charlie
    10 Once a month, I send a letter or card to my friend the other side of the world to let her know I think of her, and love her.

  • Sarah February 22, 2010, 6:00 am

    1) I’m fluent in two languages
    2) I give great hugs
    3) I’m pretty good at knitting
    4) I’m good at making friends
    5) I stay calm in emergencies
    6) I tend to be a calming influence on my friends
    7) I’m very organised
    8) I have a pretty good memory
    9) I have loads of energy
    10) I’m open-minded.

    This was really hard to do!!

  • Heather (Heather's Dish) February 22, 2010, 10:34 am

    love this!

    1. i am also a good fur-mom to my puppies bunker and keira
    2. i love my husband and i show it
    3. i am a good big sister
    4. i am a good cook and i cook for others as much as possible
    5. i am smart
    6. i have beautiful blue eyes
    7. i am athletic
    8. i am tall (5’10”) and i love it
    9. i have a good memory
    10. i am a hard worker…i don’t know how not to be!

    thanks for always reminding us to say nice things about ourselves!

  • Super G February 22, 2010, 12:11 pm

    Hopefully I’m not too late…

    1. I love nature
    2. I am adventurous
    3. I am creative
    4. I am a great baker
    5. I am highly organized
    6. I am always planning something or writing a list!
    7. I am a very caring person. Not everyone knows it
    8. I remember a lot of useless details. but in the future, I know it’ll come handy
    9. I have a great friends
    10. I am smart

    …to be honest, that was a little hard to do but I realized that once I got to 8, I could name 10 more!
    Thanks for making me realize that I am amazing!

  • Jenny February 22, 2010, 8:01 pm

    This is awesome Caitlin! I love all you’ve done with Operation Beautiful and that it is so involved with NEDAW.

    1. When I set my mind to something, I do it.
    2. I realize that the more chances and opportunities I take are making me stronger!
    3. I am a cat person, and PROUD of it 😉
    4. I love that I get to wear glasses, it’s fun to be a nerd
    5. Early bedtimes are a guilty pleasure for me
    6. I am really smart, it’s true!
    7. I care A LOT about my friends and family
    8. I love talking to others and helping them sort through their problems rationally
    9. Part of me is excited to graduate without a “for sure plan”
    10. I love to plan, and therefore amd always on time, always prepared, and am rarely surprised with bad things

    phew, that was weird, but it felt good 😉

  • Jen July 8, 2010, 3:50 pm

    1. i’m open minded
    2. i try not to judge others
    3. i’m caring
    4. i’m studious
    5. i want to help others
    6. i like to try new things
    7. i go out of my way for my friends
    8. i’m good at responding to texts
    9. i’m rarely late
    10. i have pretty good endurance

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