Surprising secret to greater body confidence

If shopping for bathing suits makes you feel selfconscious about your figure, take a moment to tune in to your heartbeat or breath. In a study in the journal Body Image, researchers surveyed nearly 650 people about their perception of their body and awareness of internal cues like heart rate and breathing rate. They found that study subjects who were more aware of the sensations produced by their body had higher rates of body appreciation and pride than their peers. It seems being in touch with your body reminds you of its capabilities, which makes you less likely to judge yourself.