8 reasons to start loving your body today.

Life is short; why spend it bashing your body? If you need help jump-starting your self-acceptance, just read the list below of reasons to embrace yourself-from head to toe.

Rule #1: BECAUSE it's unique; no one else had the same one

Rule #2: BECAUSE it's capable of extraordinary feats, enabling you to run, climb, jump, lift, squat and snuggle

Rule #3: BECAUSE no matter how badly you treat it, it's willing to give you another chance.

Rule #4: BECAUSE it's expressive, telling you how it feels (pay attention) and broadcasting to others how you feel about it.

Rule #5: BECAUSE let's face it, confidence is pretty sexy.

Rule #6: BECAUSE your daughter must learn to love hers.

Rule #7: BECAUSE somebody out there (or many somebodies) admires, covets, and adores it.

Rule #8: BECAUSE you'll regret not loving it more later.

I found this very useful article to boost your self esteem and to love yourself more on SHAPE Aug'09 issue.