How YOU can be happy: Woman who overcame depression and an eating disorder says others can fight an 'epidemic of self loathing' by making just THREE changes

Blogger, author and self help guru Gala Darling, from New Zealand, has written a powerful book advocating radical self love to help women be happier. 

The 32-year-old says that there is an 'epidemic of self loathing' in women today, and that she wants to help them live happier, more fulfilled lives. 

Ms Darling advocates practicing gratitude, writing down compliments and doing the things that you love every day to be happier with your life.