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Can Horror Be the Body-Positive, Feminist, Mental Health-Savvy Genre We’ve Been Waiting For?

When casual viewers think of horror, images of scantily-clad women and problematic depictions of institutionalized people typically come to mind. And while there is no shortage of “naked-promiscuous-woman-is-slaughtered-while-nice-guy-flees-deranged-killer”…
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Kim Kardashian Mentions Body Dysmorphia Concern – Here’s What It is and How to Get Help

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Body dysmorphia is a term that is heard increasingly in our vernacular but actually refers to a clinical diagnosis called body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). It is characterized by a preoccupation with perceived bodily defects and flaws. This is…
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8 Celebrities Who Courageously Opened Up About Their Mental Health Struggles

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Today marks World Mental Health Day, a time to spread awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Here are eight celebrities who have bravely shared their struggles with eating disorders and other mental health issues. Content…
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Dear Melody: My Boss Won’t Stop Making Body-Shaming Comments. Help!

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“Dear Melody” is a monthly advice column by Dr. Melody Moore, a clinical psychologist, yoga instructor and the founder of the Embody Love Movement Foundation. Her foundation is a non-profit whose mission is to empower girls and women to…
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“Cosplay your way and have fun!”: Cosplayer Sharon Rose is Spreading a Body-Positive Message

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Happy New York Comic Con! As native New Yorkers and out-of-towners alike gather at Javits Center for a weekend of geekery, we had a chance to chat with Sharon Rose, a professional cosplay model who has been featured on numerous geek culture…
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5 Things “Mean Girls” Taught Us About Beauty and Confidence

Happy Mean Girls Day! Is there anyone among us who hasn’t seen this teen comedy at least three times? Sure, the flick was chock-full of snark, but it also taught us important life lessons that had nothing to do with wearing pink on Wednesdays.…
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Serena Williams’ Inspiring Letter to Her Mom is a Win for Body Positivity

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After giving birth to her first child, tennis star Serena Williams has posted a letter to her mother publicly on the social platform Reddit. In the letter, Williams writes about the admiration she holds towards her mother now that she has become…
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Body Positivity Graces the Catwalk: A Look at New York Fashion Week

From newly implemented size minimums on models to anti-thigh chafing bands, the year’s New York Fashion Week shows seem to be changing. How do these shifts reflect the growing body positivity movement? Content note: Mentions of size and potentially-triggering…
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Comparison is the Thief of Joy

Compare [kuh m-pair]: to examine (two or more objects, ideas, people, etc.) in order to note similarities and differences. ex. to compare two pieces of cloth; to compare the governments of two nations.More common examples: to compare an iPhone…
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Unrealistic Social Media Portrayals May Contribute to Body Dissatisfaction

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In today’s culture, social media has begun to dominate even more of our lives, and its influence can quickly turn negative, according to a new study that focuses specifically on the effects of Instagram. Macquarie University and the University…