Valerie Bertinelli, at 63, shared a throwback photo of herself in a swimsuit from 2014 on social media, accompanied by the caption statement, “This is a 150lb body on a 5’4 frame.” She also shared, “This is considered overweight.” This post has ignited a flurry of support and admiration online.

Bertinelli proudly stated: “Aging strong not skinny is where it’s at!” Bertinelli’s openness about her body image, even looking back, has elicited responses ranging from “you’re so real” to exclamations of surprise and appreciation: “Oh my goodness,” “I am beyond speechless,” and “You look better than a model.”

Bertinelli’s transformation is not just about rejecting the scale; it’s about embracing life’s joys and finding contentment beyond physical appearance. “The goal is to live in the moment,” she emphasizes, advocating for a life appreciated for its beauty and simplicity rather than constrained by weight.

Bertinelli is now learning that she doesn’t have to weight until she’s lost weight to treat herself and others with kindness. She shared that she now understands it doesn’t matter what she looks like, so long as she is kind to herself.