Are The Sisters Happy?

My friend Trish recently returned from a trip to Brazil. I was fascinated by her stories of the culture, the sights, the food and the great fun she had. One thing that really stood out for her was the comfort that the Brazilians had with their bodies. They did not hesitate, young or old, fat or thin, to strut their stuff!
Trish's sister has been living in Brazil for many years and is teaching in a school there. Trish was able to go to the end-of-school talent show where all the children, ages 5-18, performed for friends and family. Trish was amazed that not a single child was shy and embarrassed. Every child was confident in his or her worthiness of the thunderous applause that roared from the audience for every performer.
The day after our long conversation about Brazil, Trish went to a store here in the United States and tried on a dress she was interested in. Trish asked the sales clerk (who was Latina) what she thought of the dress. The woman smiled and asked "Are the sisters happy?" Trish, confused, asked what she meant. The woman cupped her hands under her breasts with a grin and said "The sisters! Are they happy?"
What a wonderful way to judge whether or not a garment is right for you! Is your body happy in it? How often do you buy a garment because you think it will make you look thinner, or because it is on sale, or because its the style that the fashion magazines are touting right now? How would your life be different if you made a commitment to wear only clothes that your body loves! Clothes that fit, are comfortable, are pleasing colors, textures and fabrics. Clothes that you love so much that you can't wait to wear them. What percentage of the clothes, underwear, shoes that you own do you truly LOVE LOVE LOVE? Try this - try on some of your clothes in a room without a mirror. With no regard to how you look, ask yourself how you feel. What do you want to do with the clothes that don't feel wonderful? How would your relationship with you body change if you got rid of all those clothes?
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JoLaine Jones is a Wellness Life Coach helping women love their bodies and love their lives. Find out more at GenuineYou. Contact JoLaine