Being the best version of yourself is nothing short of awesome.

For some people, that may mean making a change in their lives.

And for others, it can mean learning to accept and love their bodies just the way they are.

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Canadian MagazineNOWTorontoreleased its Love Your Body issue this month to fight back against body-shaming.

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“New year, same old beautiful you.”

“We’re taught to hide our vulnerabilities.

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But doing a nude shoot, there’s nothing to hide behind.

All your vulnerabilities, all your insecurities - everything is laid bare,” Akio Maroon toldNOW Toronto.

‘“Bo Hedges told the magazine.

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…and this performer and artist.

For more inspiration, check out the empowering full Love Your Body issuehere!

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