Having a positive body image is critical for mental and emotional well-being.

There have been times when I’ve fallen into a spiral of negative self-talk and comparison. 

Journaling has been a lifesaver and an incredible tool in helping me to have a greater appreciation for my body and all it does for me. 

By putting my feelings on paper, I’ve been able to identify and challenge my negative self-talk.

Whether you’re just starting your journey towards having a positive body image, are an old pro, or want to encourage your child to love their body, these journal prompts for a positive body image will encourage you to reflect on your relationship with your body, celebrate your body’s abilities, and focus on your inner beauty.

Journal Prompts for Body Image

1. Describe your relationship with your body in one word.
2. What messages about body image have you received from the media?
3. What is your earliest memory of feeling self-conscious about your body?
4. How has your relationship with your body changed over time?
5. Write about a time when you felt truly confident in your body.
6. What do you appreciate the most about your body?
7. What are some things you can do to take care of your body?
8. Who are some body-positive role models you look up to, and why?
9. How do you deal with body insecurities when they come up?
10. Have you ever felt pressured to change your appearance to fit in? How did you respond?
11. Write about a time when you compared your body to someone else’s and how it made you feel.
12. What are some things you wish you could change about the way society views bodies?
13. Describe a time when you felt empowered by your body.
14. What are some activities that make you feel good in your body?
15. How do you respond when someone compliments your appearance?
16. What are some of the positive things your body allows you to do?
17. What are some things you would tell your younger self about body image?
18. What are some things you can do to appreciate your body, even on days when you’re not feeling great?
19. What are some body-positive affirmations you can tell yourself when you’re feeling down?
20. Write about a time when you felt truly comfortable in your own skin.
21. What are some things you wish people knew about body image struggles?
22. What are some things you can do to promote body positivity to your friends and loved ones?
23. What are some things you would tell someone else who was struggling with body image?
24. Write a letter to your body, expressing gratitude for everything it does for you.