Britney Spears, Destiny’s Child, and Christina Aguilera were the epitome of Y2K pop culture, but behind the bright lights and catchy hits lay a darker undercurrent: the obsession with diet culture and flat abs. At the same time, the trend of heroine chic was in full swing, with thinness being celebrated as the ideal in both the fashion industry and celebrity circles. This fusion of pop music, style, and body ideals marked an era where image often took center stage over well-being.
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The “health and wellness” industry often exploits our insecurities, selling quick fixes that lack real, lasting benefits. As a plus-size content creator, I see this firsthand—brands flood my inbox each January with offers to promote diet products and weight loss drugs. But true wellness isn’t about shedding pounds to fit a societal mold—it’s about embracing self-care, body sovereignty, and sustainable habits that honor both mental and physical health. In this piece, I explore the complexities of body image, cultural expectations, and the balance between self-improvement and self-acceptance.
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With warmer weather on the horizon, there’s no better time to get outside and prioritize both your physical and mental well-being. Walking outdoors is an excellent way to boost your mood, strengthen your body, and soak up some much-needed sunshine. But if foot pain is holding you back, investing in high-quality insoles can make all the difference. Why Walking Outdoors is a…
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As a Black Indigenous woman, I have seen firsthand how white supremacy, capitalism and diet culture forces people who look like me to hate ourselves. This keeps us battling our own bodies instead of the systems that oppress us.
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I recently shared my journey to self-love and acceptance in a national Kohl's ad. My story is episode 2 of the "Who I Am" campaign.
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