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fromInsideHook
12 hours ago

"Too Much" Doesn't Talk About Its Protagonist's Weight. Why Does the Internet Still Feel the Need to?

There's arguably no other celebrity with more of a knack for putting their foot in their mouth than Lena Dunham, making her a lightning rod for internet criticism.
Television
#mental-health
NYC LGBT
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Robert De Niro's daughter was 'outed' as a trans woman by a tabloid: Now she's telling her own story

Airyn De Niro speaks about her identity as a trans woman and her struggles with societal acceptance and personal insecurities.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

When Body Image Becomes the Center of Self-Worth

Body image significantly influences self-worth in modern culture, often overshadowing deeper psychological issues.
Therapy helps individuals redefine self-worth beyond appearance, fostering a more balanced self-view.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Summer Body Confidence

Body image issues and diet pressures often increase with summer, fueled by social media and cultural ideals.
Summer offers an opportunity to reconnect with body positivity and enjoyment instead of self-criticism.
Exercise
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Men have body dysmorphia too. That's why some use this drug.

Social media pressures are linked to the rise of muscle dysmorphia in boys, driving them towards steroids for body image enhancement.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Cost of Beauty Culture

Beauty standards harm self-worth and promote unrealistic ideals.
Industries profit by keeping us insecure about our natural bodies and aging.
Expanding beauty beyond narrow ideals fosters self-compassion and acceptance.
Video games
fromInverse
1 month ago

Steam's Best New Life Sim Weaponizes A Dark Obsession

Consume Me uniquely addresses disordered eating in a life sim context, tackling body image issues while maintaining a delicate balance of humor and tenderness.
NYC LGBT
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Robert De Niro's daughter was 'outed' as a trans woman by a tabloid: Now she's telling her own story

Airyn De Niro speaks about her identity as a trans woman and her struggles with societal acceptance and personal insecurities.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

When Body Image Becomes the Center of Self-Worth

Body image significantly influences self-worth in modern culture, often overshadowing deeper psychological issues.
Therapy helps individuals redefine self-worth beyond appearance, fostering a more balanced self-view.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Summer Body Confidence

Body image issues and diet pressures often increase with summer, fueled by social media and cultural ideals.
Summer offers an opportunity to reconnect with body positivity and enjoyment instead of self-criticism.
Exercise
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Men have body dysmorphia too. That's why some use this drug.

Social media pressures are linked to the rise of muscle dysmorphia in boys, driving them towards steroids for body image enhancement.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Cost of Beauty Culture

Beauty standards harm self-worth and promote unrealistic ideals.
Industries profit by keeping us insecure about our natural bodies and aging.
Expanding beauty beyond narrow ideals fosters self-compassion and acceptance.
Video games
fromInverse
1 month ago

Steam's Best New Life Sim Weaponizes A Dark Obsession

Consume Me uniquely addresses disordered eating in a life sim context, tackling body image issues while maintaining a delicate balance of humor and tenderness.
#communication
#relationships
#self-acceptance
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Can Self-Compassion Help Heal Body Image Shame?

Self-compassion can act as a powerful buffer between childhood trauma and later-life symptoms of depression and anxiety, especially as people age, suggesting that treating ourselves with kindness isn't just healing-it's protective.
Mental health
#social-media
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Dear Andy Elliott, A "Fitness Family" Doesn't Have To Mean Kids With Six-Pack Abs

Social media has profoundly influenced the fitness industry, leading to both positive communities and negative objectification, particularly concerning children.
Women
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Take It From a Woman: We Don't Care About Your Muscle Definition

Attractiveness standards vary significantly between genders; women's preferences often favor less muscular physiques compared to men's views.
The recent discourse around Olly Murs' fitness transformation showcases differing perceptions of male attractiveness.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Pamela Anderson Is Being Defended After A Tabloid Harshly Criticized Her Appearance At The Met Gala

The article discusses societal pressure on women regarding aging and appearance, highlighting negative responses to a woman's decision to embrace natural aging.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Before and After Photos: A Cultural Obsession

Before-and-after photos glorify weight loss, reinforcing societal ideals of beauty and personal success, while neglecting the complexities of body image and health.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Dear Andy Elliott, A "Fitness Family" Doesn't Have To Mean Kids With Six-Pack Abs

Social media has profoundly influenced the fitness industry, leading to both positive communities and negative objectification, particularly concerning children.
Women
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Take It From a Woman: We Don't Care About Your Muscle Definition

Attractiveness standards vary significantly between genders; women's preferences often favor less muscular physiques compared to men's views.
The recent discourse around Olly Murs' fitness transformation showcases differing perceptions of male attractiveness.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Pamela Anderson Is Being Defended After A Tabloid Harshly Criticized Her Appearance At The Met Gala

The article discusses societal pressure on women regarding aging and appearance, highlighting negative responses to a woman's decision to embrace natural aging.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Before and After Photos: A Cultural Obsession

Before-and-after photos glorify weight loss, reinforcing societal ideals of beauty and personal success, while neglecting the complexities of body image and health.
#fitness
Exercise
fromWIRED
3 months ago

The Best Sports Bras for When You're Working Out, or Just Thinking About It

Finding the right sports bra can greatly improve comfort and confidence during workouts.
Exercise
fromWIRED
3 months ago

The Best Sports Bras for When You're Working Out, or Just Thinking About It

Finding the right sports bra can greatly improve comfort and confidence during workouts.
#parenting
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Like me, my seven-year-old daughter loves fashion. Can I protect her from a world of impossible beauty standards?

The author's struggle with raising a daughter amidst societal pressures of beauty and perfectionism is evident.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Like me, my seven-year-old daughter loves fashion. Can I protect her from a world of impossible beauty standards?

The author's struggle with raising a daughter amidst societal pressures of beauty and perfectionism is evident.
fromVulture
1 week ago

The Valley Recap: Cruise Control

Luke's captain's jumpsuit revealed a prominent bulge, prompting reflections on men's body image and confidence in the face of societal expectations.
Television
#weight-loss
Wellness
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I lost 20 pounds unexpectedly. I wish people would stop telling me I look great.

Weight loss due to illness doesn't equate to health or happiness, challenging societal perceptions of body size and self-worth.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Body Image Solution

Weight loss treatments exist, but no solutions for improving body image.
Body image involves psychological, social, and cultural dimensions.
Personalized strategies are key for enhancing body image beyond weight loss.
Wellness
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I lost 20 pounds unexpectedly. I wish people would stop telling me I look great.

Weight loss due to illness doesn't equate to health or happiness, challenging societal perceptions of body size and self-worth.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Body Image Solution

Weight loss treatments exist, but no solutions for improving body image.
Body image involves psychological, social, and cultural dimensions.
Personalized strategies are key for enhancing body image beyond weight loss.
#motherhood
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Parenting

This woman spent almost $100k to become a hot mom after giving birth: 'I'm stepping into this new phase with confidence'

fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Mindfulness

I'm a personal trainer who gained over 50 pounds while pregnant. Being kind to myself made getting fit again much easier.

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Parenting

This woman spent almost $100k to become a hot mom after giving birth: 'I'm stepping into this new phase with confidence'

fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Mindfulness

I'm a personal trainer who gained over 50 pounds while pregnant. Being kind to myself made getting fit again much easier.

fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Scientists reveal what the perfect man's body looks like

Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences found that the most attractive body mass index (BMI) for men is between 23 and 27, favoring 'dad bods'.
Women
#eating-disorders
Exercise
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Teen boys are going to extreme lengths to be 'skinny like Timothee Chalamet' - and parents are worried

Teenage boys are increasingly dieting, influenced by social media and changing ideals of masculinity.
Exercise
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Teen boys are going to extreme lengths to be 'skinny like Timothee Chalamet' - and parents are worried

Teenage boys are increasingly dieting, influenced by social media and changing ideals of masculinity.
#cultural-commentary
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

TikTok bans #SkinnyTok. But content promoting unhealthy eating persists

The ban of the hashtag Skinnytok underscores the ongoing struggle that social media platforms face in regulating content that promotes unhealthy body images and dieting extremes.
Social media marketing
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Thinking About Ozempic? Ask Yourself These 6 Questions

1. Mark's internal conflict illustrates the moral complexities surrounding the use of GLP-1 drugs, raising questions about fairness, identity, and personal effort in health choices.
Wellness
#plastic-surgery
#psychology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Katie Price objectified' in Diesel clothing advert

The ad appeared in March and faced 13 complaints for objectifying women and having a model who appeared unhealthily thin, leading to its ban.
UK news
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Skintight leggings or baggy joggers? What your gymwear says about you and the world

Generational differences in workout attire are reflected in the preferences of millennials and Gen Z, with younger users favoring baggier styles.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I am a trans teenager. This is what it means to hate the shape of your own skin | Elsie Thwaites

The author explores a deep-seated discomfort with their skin and identity, rooted in shame and societal expectations.
#disordered-eating
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Not a Coincidence: Sexual Trauma and Eating Disorders

Sexual trauma alters body image and can lead to disordered eating as a coping mechanism.
Bingeing and purging behaviors are closely linked to trauma and PTSD.
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) can effectively treat PTSD, improving eating disorder symptoms.
#fashion
Women
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

In Defence of Big Women Who Take Up Space in the World | The Walrus

Struggles with body image and societal beauty standards during a growth spurt.
Arts
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Artist Who Captured the Contradictions of Femininity

Christina Ramberg's art reveals the contradictions of femininity, exploring societal beauty standards through depersonalized representations of the female form.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Relationships

I Have Huge Boobs. It Makes Dating Absolutely Impossible.

Objectification during intimacy can be a painful experience, particularly for women with noticeable physical traits.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Kathy Bates claims she lost starring role in Garry Marshall film to Michelle Pfeiffer due to her looks

"He couldn't make the leap that people would see me onscreen kissing someone. Me actually kissing a man onscreen - that would not be romantic."
Film
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

My Pubic Hair Is Gone & I'm Devastated

After years of shaving my pubic hair, I was shocked when I discovered one day that it just disappeared entirely. Nothing could prepare me for that.
Women
Women
fromBustle
2 months ago

Carla Sosenko's Body Was Always the Story. Now She's Telling It Herself.

Carla Sosenko's memoir explores her lifelong struggle with body image and acceptance, stemming from her condition, Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Demi Moore says she sticks to a meat-free, nutrient-dense diet, but there's one drink she doesn't want to give up

"I mean, I'm not perfect. I still do drink Red Bull. I do love it. But not many. One," Moore said.
Mental health
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Dear Mary: My husband's birthday present has made me feel he no longer finds me sexy, or fancies me

Growing up in a household where nudity was normalized instilled in me a positive body image, free from the societal shame often associated with it.
France news
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
3 months ago

The Dream Within the Fairy Tale: Emilie Blichfeldt on "The Ugly Stepsister" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

The film 'The Ugly Stepsister' offers a dark twist on the classic Cinderella tale, highlighting themes of insecurity and societal pressure.
Elvira's transformation reflects the dangerous extremes individuals reach in seeking validation and beauty.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Brazilian butt lift ads banned by UK regulator

One ad claimed a 0% infection rate at its sterile clinic, with minimal pain, misleading consumers about the potential risks involved in liquid BBL procedures.
Social media marketing
fromPage Six
3 months ago

Hilary Duff's husband, Matthew Koma, defends actress from Botox claims with scathing three-word clapback

"Get fckd butterfly," Koma clapped back, referring to the netizen's username. Fans praised the singer-songwriter in the comments for standing up for his wife.
Women
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