When I was twelve, I had a super awesome blue bathing suit. It was sporty, it was audacious, it was totally me. At that time I was already conscious of my body, but I didn’t have a full-blown eating disorder yet. One day, I was walking down the beach of...
It’s the time of the year where women (and men) resolve to “be better” next year. They promise themselves that starting on January 1st, they’ll stop eating sugar, join Weight Watchers, go to the gym at least 5 times a week, eat only 1500...
In the quest to heal from dieting, many people turn to intuitive eating as the solution. While intuitive eating has its merits, it’s not immune to misuse. For some, the practice has morphed into another form of obsession, replacing the strict rules of dieting with...
Over the years, I’ve explored body image from many angles: the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the profound joy that comes from accepting yourself. This ultimate body image guide brings together my best articles on body image, self-love, and breaking free from...
Whenever you gain weight, there’s often a fear of dealing with judgment about weight gain from others. Sometimes, this fear feels even worse than the weight gain itself. One of the first thoughts after realizing that your pants don’t fit anymore might be: What will X,...
