Self-worth not defined by size, says Eniola Badmus, urges self-love

Actress Eniola Badmus has encouraged plus-sized individuals to embrace self-acceptance, drawing from her personal weight-loss journey to underscore the importance of self-worth and intentional growth.

In a post shared on Instagram, Badmus said body size is not the real challenge, stressing that self-hatred and self-doubt pose greater obstacles.

She maintained that a person’s size does not diminish their value, noting that confidence, achievement, love, and admiration are not defined by physical appearance.

Reflecting on her transformation, the actress said her experience reinforced the belief that meaningful change begins with a shift in mindset. 

According to her, consistent and deliberate choices over time can produce significant results.

She urged men and women alike to exercise patience with themselves, appreciate their bodies at every stage, and pursue personal evolution from a place of self-respect rather than shame.

She wrote, “I need you to hear this from me….being ‘fat’ is not the problem. Hating yourself is. Doubting yourself is believing you’re not enough. That’s the real struggle.

“Your size has never cancelled your worth. You can be confident, successful, loved, admired, and unstoppable at any size. And if you choose to lose weight, let it be from a place of love….not shame. Let it be because you want to feel healthier, stronger, and happier… not because the world told you to shrink.

“My weight-loss journey has taught me one powerful lesson: transformation starts in the mind. I didn’t wake up one day different….I made small, consistent decisions. And guess what? You can too. If I can do it, you can absolutely do it.

“But listen carefully….even before the weight changes, you must love the body you’re in right now. Respect it. Thank it. Celebrate it. This body has carried you through so much. Don’t insult it.

“If you’re on a journey, be patient with yourself. If you’re not, still walk boldly. Confidence is not a size; it’s an attitude.

“And to everyone who has supported and celebrated my journey so far… I see you. I appreciate you. Your love means everything to me. Thank you for growing with me.

“Let’s keep becoming better….not because we hate who we are, but because we love ourselves enough to evolve.”

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