Episode 103: The Summer Your Body Dreads

Summer sounds adorable in theory. Sandals, sunshine, long porch evenings. And then your actual body has to participate — sleeveless tops, shorts, family photos — and the dread starts climbing.If that feeling has shown up the way the temperature has, you are in good company. Researchers actually study this, and there is a kinder way through it than gritting your teeth until September.In this episode, I will walk you through what is going on, why summer hits body image harder, and one small shift you can make tomorrow morning before you get dressed.Here is what you will walk away with:Why your dread climbs in June and softens in OctoberThe difference between dressing for comfort and disappearing inside your clothesWhy forcing yourself to feel confident usually backfiresSCRIPTURE HIGHLIGHT:  "You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you." Song of Solomon 4:7Research note: This episode references the work of Dr. Scott Griffiths and colleagues on seasonal body image, plus Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Ellen Albertson on self-compassion and body dissatisfaction.Ready for your next step?FREE 5-Minute Daily Reset (instant download):YourNextBestStep.com Weekly encouragement + practical tips:YouTube @CoachJanetJ Instagram: @janetjjaecksIf this episode resonated with you, please follow/subscribe and share with a friend who needs their next step.  One small step. One day at a time.