Examining how body neutrality and body positivity intersect (and how they differ) can leave you feeling empowered and realigned within yourself. Would you
She also revealed her baby's star sign ✨
Have you stumbled across “body neutrality” while searching for ways to feel more confident about your body?
Our bodies are an amazing tool that let us do so many things, but it can be really hard for us to love them sometimes. Today we’re chatting with Nicole Lemke about body acceptance in […]
Everyday we hear messages of “love your body” and “body positivity,” but what people don’t realize is that it is a HUGE task to actually do that. Our bodies are so much more than what […]
It’s not lost on me that working with a dietitian or therapist is not always feasible. I want this blog and my private practice to be as accessible to as many people as possible, and yet I still know it’s not going to be for everyone. That’s why I really want to create or share
Feeling blah and overcome with negative thoughts about motherhood? Get inspired with these encouraging quotes by The Positive MOM!
The body neutrality movement asks, rather than celebrating the way our body looks, why don’t we focus on what our bodies can do? Here’s what you need to know about body neutrality and how it differs from body positivity.
With seemingly ‘perfect’ social media posts hammering on your self-worth each and every day, it’s easy to get lost in the noise and believe that you might not look as good as you do. Correct posing, professional lighting, getting implants, having the entire day to exercise before photos, taking countless pictures until you get the right one, and photo-editing can turn anyone into an Instagram model or a fitness blogging star. However, it’s an inaccurate representation of reality and it can lead to a lot of pressure for women (especially young girls) to try and copy nigh-unachievable looks.
Bad body image days can ruin your whole day! I know, ive been there. Here are my 10 top ways to overcome bad body image quickly!
Minna Lee wrote a list of things she'd wish she'd known about mental health and body acceptance when she had an eating disorder.
The best body-positive quotes that will inspire you to ignore negative self-talk and finally learn to love your body the way it is.
Everyone is likely to be affected by body image at some point in their lives. Whether it is a teenager whose body is changing a lot in a short time, someone who has recently given birth, or anyone who has gained weight, the condition of the body can affect the way we see ourselves. This is called body perception. It's a combination of internal and external factors that include our personal expectations of what our bodies should look like. Body image can lead to mental health issues, but practising body acceptance in various forms is one of the best antidotes.
"I don't have any issues with the term 'plus-size,'" says the sensational new star of H&M's famous plus-size swimwear campaign.
Nicolette Mason talks about the intersectional people that have been forgotten and ignored in the mainstream conversation about body positivity.
Let’s take a look at why it’s so revolutionary and how you can use a daily BPC-157 dosage to heal your body faster.
Enter “fat yoga.” This new fitness movement involves yoga classes designed exclusively for people with larger bodies, and it’s growing — fat yoga studios...
She knows a boob when she sees it and she knows that boob means lunch.
Stretch marks don't usually belong to the celebrated side of pregnancy, but they are part of the experience nonetheless. After having quadruplets, 23-year-old Doreen Ching from Malaysia has decided to share private photos of the impact that giving birth had on her body. Coming to terms with the changes, Doreen hoped this would empower women who are going through the same thing. Among the voices of support, however, there were some shouts of hate that described her as 'ugly' and 'disgusting.'
9 Habits Of People Who Love Their Weight
There are a lot of discussions going around today about gender norms and roles. People are beginning to defy them more and more, stepping out of their 'traditional roles' and being who they want to be, instead of what society expects them to be. Photographer Nir Arieli from Israel is helping defy these norms by capturing the feminine and gentle side of men.
This is our first bumper zine with 32 pages - double the size of all of our others! We were taken aback by how many incredible women from across the world who wanted to talk about their experiences and feelings on body positivity. You can find a full list of the contributors on page 2+3.
In order to better understand body image issues around the world, Superdrug asked graphic designers – 11 women and eight men – in 19 different countries to Photoshop this guy (a New York photographer who courageously provided his self-portrait) to produce their own version of an attractive man for their country. Here he is.. And here’s […]
We're back with another important post featuring relatable illustrations by Lainey Molnar. Many of you may already be familiar with this artist. However, for those of you who need to catch up with her previous work, we recommend checking out our earlier Bored Panda posts where we shared Lainey's best illustrations.
It's really your mind you have to prepare, not your body, IMHO.
A love letter to those who dream of being fashionable but consider their weight as an obstacle, this uplifting comic essay by a plus-sized author chronicles her own journey with body positivity and learning to love herself as she is.
Draw Your Squad
A mother's body deserves to be celebrated.