How I Stay Body Positive in a Body-Shaming Household
Going through puberty in my household meant that every change in my body was heavily scrutinized under my family’s watchful gaze before it was inevitably…
Going through puberty in my household meant that every change in my body was heavily scrutinized under my family’s watchful gaze before it was inevitably…
My body size and shape have been pretty consistent throughout my life. In middle school, I prayed for a growth spurt that seemed to be…
The summer months can be an especially difficult time for people who struggle with their body image. As someone who has had a hard time…
Breakouts, pimples, and acne flare-ups are a part of life, for some more than others. They can be a cause of distress and self-esteem issues,…
When I moved into my New York City apartment a few months ago, a roommate-finding site matched me with three random roommates, and the four…
Growing up, my identity was bound together with being an athlete. I played three sports, and it was a rare day when I didn’t have…
I still recall the first time I had an unkind thought about my body. I was in kindergarten, sitting at my desk. I looked down…