Feeling comfortable in your own skin, what does this actually mean? The advertisements show various ways of doing this, including different people with different skin colors and statues, all looking happily into the camera. Loving yourself is the theme here. But do we really need advertising to tell us that we should be happy with ourselves and our body or appearance?
A constant comparison with role models or apparent perfectionism, for example, all give rise to doubts. Whether it is the figure, the appearance or one’s own appearance, in many cases this is questioned and creates insecurities. But how is it possible to simply feel good in your own skin? Here are a few simple steps and tips.
Feeling good about yourself
We would say that it starts with ourselves first and foremost. Self-love and self-acceptance are a big issue here. This is certainly not always easy, especially on days when everything is in question and criticism is voiced. But no one is perfect, everyone has weaknesses and strengths. It is precisely these that make every person unique.
Becoming aware of these characteristics and accepting them is a first step, without allowing external influence. However, open and honest self-reflection is already appropriate. If you look around you in everyday life, it is often easy to recognize who is at peace with themselves and feels good. Because these people simply radiate it. But of course this is not always easy, especially if a skin problem is the cause of the discomfort.
When a skin problem disturbs your well-being
In the case of skin problems or scaly, itchy areas on the body, emotional stress is usually a reason for feeling unwell. Psoriasis, for example, is an incredible burden. Especially when it occurs on visible areas of the body. The causes are still not fully understood and this makes it all the more difficult for those affected.
A gluten-free diet is often recommended, but even this does not help everyone. In addition, ointments containing urea as well as bath and light therapies are used. However, it is crucial for all sufferers to always take special care of their skin and to strengthen the body’s own defense system (immune system). In this way, the inflammatory disease of the skin and nails can be contained.
Those affected by neurodermatitis are also familiar with constant itching. There is no cure for this skin disease. As with psoriasis, the triggers can be many and varied, including temperature changes, too frequent washing or stress. The best protection here is also good skin care to compensate for the lack of a natural skin barrier, and ingredients such as urea are recommended to moisturize the skin. Of course, it sounds easier than it actually is.
However, those affected should always try to distract themselves and focus their attention on nice things. The less attention the skin disease receives, the better. The first crucial step is to acknowledge yourself and your skin and develop a positive attitude again.
What we can all do to feel more comfortable in our own skin.
However, those who are not immediately familiar with self-love can start with acceptance. Positive thinking and acceptance are the first step and this applies to the various challenges in everyday life:
Stress
Whether at work or at home, stress is a proven trigger, but also an amplifier of various skin diseases. Relaxation through sport, a walk or simply doing something good for yourself is a very good way to counteract this. Fighting against stress will cost additional energy. On the other hand, accepting it, asking for help if necessary and taking a structured approach can help.
Movement
Exercise always helps to let go of stress and anger, relax and become aware of yourself and your body.
These activities release hormones that put us in a positive mood and give us new energy. A positive side effect. In addition, the skin is more moisturized and supplied with blood during sweaty training. This also improves the overall appearance of the skin.
Nutrition
It has also been proven that a good diet always helps. This is because a mineral imbalance, oxidative stress or inflammatory processes that take place in our body are often reflected in the appearance of our skin.
Many natural food sources that are rich in antioxidants and minerals can help us to achieve radiant and healthy skin. And make us feel good too. In addition to a balanced diet, our skin also needs sufficient water. It serves as a medium for chemical reactions and metabolic processes, cleanses the body and helps the skin to eliminate harmful substances. (Source: https://www.zentrum-der-gesundheit.de/haut-ernaehrung-ia.html)
Think positive
Approaching life and its challenges in an affirmative and positive way always helps. Because if you believe in yourself and your challenges and see the positives in them, you will be much more motivated to tackle and overcome them. Thinking positively has been proven to help you be happier and more satisfied.
And so we wish you lots of positive joie de vivre, especially in these often stressful times.
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Experten-Tipp entstand in Zusammenarbeit mit:
Patrick Günther
Patrick Günther completed his pharmacy studies in Hamburg and, after obtaining his licence to practise, worked for several years in marketing and sales in the pharmaceutical industry. In 2003, he took over ocean pharma, the company founded by his father in Reinbek near Hamburg in 1978. Together with his business partner, he patented the important processing and standardisation process for the microalgae active ingredient Spiralin® and developed a wide range of medical cosmetics and foot care products based on Spiralin®.
