Yet, there is so much name calling or body shaming for those who are not how the media dictates a body should be. The other problem is, maybe YOU don’t feel beautiful anymore, the truth is a whole lot different. Bear with me on this one.

I grew up thin and weak. Almost anorexic. I realised whether you want to be thin or fat, it all depends on what your priorities in life are. People talk about having a healthy mind, I’ve noticed the focus is almost always on having a healthy body. Look at all the adverts everywhere - skin care, hair care, body wash, face wash, hand wash, and all kinds of cares for the body.

For-profit organisations can create products for what you see. BUT, what do you do for what you cannot see?Celebrities like Sonakshi Sinha, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and Emma Stone have had to suffer body shaming too, just like you and me.

So, rather than prescribing the #5 Things You Need To Know About Body Shaming, here are a few truths about YOU from the Bible;

1. You are beautiful
Every single moment you are thinking of me! How precious and wonderful to consider that you cherish me constantly in your every thought! (Psalm 139:17)

2. You were made with great precision and detail
“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” Psalms 139:14

3. You are more than just feelings
You are mind (mental), heart (emotional) and body. Not just heart. Yes, emotional health is necessary, but not at the cost of mental health. Will you ever be satisfied incomplete?

4. You don’t need to prove yourself to anyone
Can man who himself is imperfect be the judge of another? Never. God who created you is the perfect judge. He loves you, and created you in his own image. When God does not judge you by your looks why let imperfect man body shame you?

5. You are called to be Queen
Yes, this is the truth about the God of the Bible. He loves His creation and built our identity in Him, the King is Kings. When God looks at you, He is beyond joyful! He loves you and promises to care for you forever.

Keep these 5 points in mind now on for the best life ahead. Remember, you are too blessed to be stressed.