Influencer reminds followers that New Year’s resolutions don’t have to revolve around body changes

Alicia Mccarvell We want you to rethink what you do. New Year’s resolution.

The influencer based in Halifax posted a photo on Instagram Wednesday showing off a carousel. selfies With speech bubbles about the goals for the New Year.

Mccarvell: “Friendly reminder that your goals for this year don’t have to revolve around changing your body.” wrote In the first snap’s speech bubble

She said that there are many ways to set goals for your well-being and health, which don’t require you to be thin. noted Slide 2.

The Canadian social media star shared several things she does to improve her “overall well-being” and not just weight loss. These included eating a daily breakfast, creating an at-home fitness center, going to therapy, lifting weights for 15 minutes per day, and moving to Los Angeles in the darkest month of her seasonal affective disorder.

Mccarvell ended her remarks by stating that she believes in body autonomy and the freedom to choose how to lose weight. However, Mccarvell also stated that there is a healthy approach.

“Weight loss should not be a defining feature of your life. This is something I know from personal experience. [that] She says losing weight won’t make you feel better about yourself, and being thin doesn’t necessarily mean that you are healthier. penned. “I know that often the choices we make while doing intentional weight loss can be harsh and temporary — and I’m here to tell you that if any of your choices feel that way, they aren’t the right ones.”

Mccarvell reiterated her point in the caption of her post.

“I beg you to look at the goals that you have set for yourself, and ask yourself if they are truly being set out for love or hate. She said that if your goals are made in love and honor of health, they will be built upon longevity, consistency and strength. wrote. Remember, being thin is not the same as being healthy. Too many times, we make poor, unhealthy and dangerous decisions to get thin. Don’t make your body feel insignificant. Set goals that highlight what your body can do, and not ones that are restrictive.

Mccarvell’s words were appreciated by fans who commented on her post. Many also shared their goals for the year.

“Love this. It is so important, so true, and so crucial to keep repeating it. “In January and forever,” one person wrote.

Someone said, “Weight loss should not be about getting into a bikini.” added.

“Absolutely Love This Message!” Someone else replied.

“I had to have this when I was younger. I am grateful for your kindness and support. penned.

“Usually, my Jan. 1, goals are all diet/body-based. They are not this year. They are mental health and healing-based,” another chimed in. “And that’s all folks!

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