In this episode of The Parent-Teacher Project, we sit down with dietitian and body image advocate Meg McClintock to discuss how parents and educators can help children develop a healthy, positive relationship with their bodies. From the impact of social media and “selfie culture” to the subtle messages children absorb at home, Meg shares practical strategies for fostering resilience in young people.
Discussion Points:
- What “positive body image” really means — and why it’s not about constant self-admiration
- How today’s culture of constant photos and video calls affects self-perception
- The influence of early comments and compliments on a child’s self-worth
- The pressures boys and girls face in a world of curated, filtered images
- Why resilience is more realistic than complete protection from body image pressures
- Practical tips for parents to create a “safe harbour” at home
- How to model positive body talk and shift the focus from appearance to what bodies can do
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