A 13-year-old, a 20-year-old, a 53-year-old, and a 67-year-old. These are the ages of 4 women. A spectrum of age, yet all had a similar message. They despise their bodies. Because they despise their body, they mistreat their bodies through restriction, bingeing, purging and over-exercising. On days like today, I marvel at how many women are suffering with eating disorders. So, in honor of those I work with, I thought I would share what I am grateful for about my body. I walked a couple miles after work tonight, and was mindful of how just the ability to walk on a lovely spring evening is a gift. I am grateful for the legs that allowed me to walk. My legs are not as thin or young as they used to be, but they have served me well over the years. My eyes saw budding trees and flowers- Spring is my absolute favorite time of the year. The ability to see a landscape waking up, not only makes me happy, but also reminds me that it is possible for something to come back to life after a winter season. So join with me in thinking about and even sharing what you are grateful for about your body. Let’s all become tired of hearing our gender put down our bodies. They are temples, a wonder, and each body is worthy of self-care. #grateful