body love
Why Is BMI Even A Thing?
Your BMI (Body Mass Index) is supposed to be an objective measure about your weight, but it sucks.
The Fat Acceptance Movement … Have We Gone Too Far?
No. The answer is no. Now that we have that out of the way, let’s get into what exactly this movement is.
Body Love? It Doesn’t Start with His Opinion
I talk to women about their bodies all day long. In the process, I hear a recurring comment: “He (or she) really loves my body.”
What’s Wrong With Me? Breaking the Stigma
What’s wrong with me? Do I really look like this? Is my stomach really that big? Why are pants so tight. Uuggghhhh, I need to lose weight. I’m sure we’ve all said these things out of our mouths.
My Body Confidence Written In Ink
I remember the sentence so clearly. It was directed at me — a fat girl who had been audacious enough to wear a tank top on a very hot day. “That’s weird, I didn’t know people could get stretch marks on their arms.”
How Torrid Helped Improve My Body Image
Sometimes, you find body love in the least expected places.
How I Fell In Love with Me
Hello, my name is Cassandra Mans, called San by family and friends. I want to share my story of my journey to body positivity.
Letter from the Editor: Why You Need a Body Image Pity Party
If you’re looking for a pity party, you’ve come to the right place. Come on in and grab a glass of wine. In fact, grab a bottle and tell me exactly why your body sucks.
Carmen Rene Column: Stop Staring at my Legs! Life with Lymphedema
I wish I could walk around with a sign that says “I have lymphedema, stop staring at my legs!” The back would read, “Google it.”
Columnist Thrifty Tiana: How to Look Sexy AF in Thrift Shop Guy Clothes
Hi, it’s Amy, also known as Thrifty Tiana (@thrifty.tiana), the ultimate plus-size thrifter.