内容正文:
One size fits none
GETTING STARTED
Read the title and predict what the text might discuss.
How have clothing sizes changed over the years?
Why do you think this has happened?
DIGGING IN
Directions: Read the text and answer the following questions
1. How have clothing sizes changed over time, as mentioned in the text?
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2. What is the connection between pricing strategies and the perception of clothing sizes?
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3. What is Janice Wang’s perspective on the meaning of size labels?
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4. What is the author’s opinion on the use of numbers and sizing in society?
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FURTHER EXPLORATION
Here are some tips to help you cultivate a positive body image:
1. Practice body acceptance
One way to practice body acceptance is by engaging in self-compassion (自我关怀) exercises. This can include things like writing yourself positive affirmations (肯定), speaking kindly to yourself and reframing (重新考虑) negative thoughts about your body.
Another way to practice body acceptance is by learning to appreciate your body for what it can do rather than just how it looks. This can include things like focusing on the strength and flexibility of your body rather than its size or shape.
2. Focus on health not weight
It’s important to remember that weight is not the only indicator of health. In fact focusing only on weight can be counterproductive (适得其反的) and lead to disordered eating.
Instead of fixating on a specific number on the scale. Focus on developing healthy habits that make you feel good. This could include regular exercise, eating a balanced diet and getting enough sleep.
3. Learn to appreciate your unique qualities
We all have qualities that make us unique and special and these qualities sh