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“I have done so much emotional and mental work to recover from years of, ugh, pretending everything was OK when it wasn’t. Health is not a body size. Health is not that number you see on a scale. Your worth as a human being isn’t dictated by your body.”
Her caption was also poignant, explaining with vulnerability that she, like all of us, is on a journey of self-acceptance.
"Our bodies do not define who we are as human being’s. A number on the scale does not define how much love your heart can hold."
People thanked her for being so vulnerable and sharing her story.
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In particular, people thanked her for being a good role model.
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Others shared parts of their own stories.
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Because, really, it's about having a beautiful soul, as someone said.
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Finally, there were those who just said thanks.
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Bertinelli can currently be seen on the Food Network hosting the show Kids Baking Championship.