I was always a little plump. Plump meaning “having a full, rounded shape: slightly fat.” As a child, people referred to it as my cute, …
Call Me Zombie by Jasmina Kuenzli
The following is an excerpt of a novel by Jasmina Kuenzli. He stands there, the dark son, returning from the grave, and all I can …
It’s All in Your Head by Madeline
I used to be a dancer. I spent twelve years of life dedicating my time to the beautiful art. My nights would be spent in …
Her Smile by Jana Mommaerts
“Her Smile” is one of the July Writing Challenge entries that was chosen to be a featured story. I felt the hay against my feet …
Be Girl: Addressing a Forgotten Global Issue
Periods: Something no one likes discussing. People immediately cringe at the mention of blood or the thought of our monthly gift, and this is an …
The Truth About Eating Disorders
Body image and eating disorders are topics that continue to have serious relevancy today in all social, personal, and emotional situations — most commonly affecting …
The Truth About Body Dysmorphic Disorder
What is it about our emotional understanding that makes us experience the feeling of not being good enough or not having the shape we feel …