Self-objectification makes it harder to feel your anger or do anything about it. It makes you more vulnerable to threat and assault. It contributes to low self-esteem, self-silencing, and a heightened likelihood of self-harm, anxiety, and depression. If there are people in your life telling you or girls that you know that “girls are prettier with their mouths shut,” demand that they stop. Studies of athletes show a strong correlation between body competence, self-esteem, and healthier anger expression.
