In a recent study out of the University of London, participants were asked to count their heartbeats for a period of time, then to complete a questionnaire about self-image. The women who counted most accurately had the highest body image—while those who miscounted had lower body image. The implication is that being more mindful of and connected to what’s happening inside our bodies is strongly associated with feeling good about ourselves.
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