When heaven gave out locks before my debut as a newborn, my angel on the assembly line must have gotten distracted and given me five …
Fat Is a Neutral Word: An Introduction
I’m fat. I always have been, and, honestly, I probably always will be. My jeans make a very specific “swishy” sound when my thighs rub …
Married to Food
It’s easy to look at someone who can’t fit through a door properly and wonder in astonishment: “How did they even get to that point?” …
What Are Vitamin Needs for Teenage Girls and Guys?
“Look, I found some gummy vitamins in the back of the pantry!” announced my mom excitedly. “Okay… You’re sure they’re still good?” “Of course! Vitamins …
Say Nothing: A Word on Diet Culture
_ I work as an intern in an office where I sit in a room with a handful of other interns. They are all females …
Skinny or Not, I Think You’re Hot
Needless to say, as you grow older, your body changes. And with those changes comes a lot of insecurity. My sister and I were always …
The Beast of Beauty Comparison
“Excuse me, but can I take a picture with you?” All three of us spun around. My family and I were roaming the streets of …
First Steps
Everyone will no doubt go through challenges in their life, and these can be hard to overcome. No matter how hard you try, you may …
The Different Types of Depression
Something that is not talked about as often as it should be is the different types of depression people have. The only two mental illnesses …