The impact of

culture on body
image and self
• Our body image, which includes
our perception of ourselves and
our own body and the manner in
which we feel about our body, is
influenced by a variety of factors.
Many aspects contribute to body
image, including the environment in
which we are immersed in as well as
our biological makeup and genetic
predisposition.
Cultural Traditions Can Help or Hurt
The culture in which we are surrounded by has a
significant impact on how we feel about ourselves and
the manner in which we think about our body. Many
cultural traditions also contribute to body image and
can influence either negative or positive body image
and self-esteem.
Depending on the culture and overall emphasis of
traditions involved, a person may find their
surroundings either conducive to or resistant to the
building of a healthy body image and self-esteem.
 Culture Is Just One Factor
While culture alone is not responsible for a poor or negative
body image, the influence and potential in which it can impact
how a person feels about themselves and their body are
substantial. Being aware of your surroundings and
understanding how culture and traditions may affect and
impact how you think and feel about your body can be
helpful, especially in a conscious effort to build a positive body
image and increase self-esteem.
 Understanding each of the components that contribute to your
body image is an important step towards making a difference
in how you see and feel about yourself.
The importance of
beauty
 BEAUTY
Beauty is the manifestation of love in form.
People who consider themselves attractive
believe they belong to a higher social status
and, as a result, become more confident.
And if the person is confident, there are more
chances of passing the job interview and
finding one’s dream job; besides confident
people are usually perceived as more