While I totally believe in self-improvement and personal growth, I’ve learned that a big part of our happiness comes from learning self-acceptance and compassion. These two elements can help us ...

Lake has also been open about her journey to "self-acceptance." The "Cry Baby" star revealed in 2020 that she had been battling hair loss for over 30 years and made the decision to shave her head.

Self-acceptance is defined as an individual's acceptance of all of their attributes, positive or negative (Morgado et al., 2014).

This acceptance allows space for partners to grow and evolve without threatening the relationship foundation. Developing genuine self-love represents a paradoxical journey for many.

Shift the healing process from “fixing” to “allowing” Self-acceptance can reduce shame and self-blame Trauma and disordered eating frequently fuel deep-rooted shame.