Body Image
Plus-Size Yoga Teacher Recounts 'Infuriating' Class Experience: 'So Mad'
"The best thing about yoga is that it's accessible for all body types, and who is she to judge your level without knowing you?" one commenter said.
Woman Who Misses Boyfriend Being 'Chubby' After Weight Loss Sparks Debate
She said that while he "genuinely does look great," she prefers his "chubby body."
A 6-Foot Tall Paramedic Beat Anxiety by Bidding to Become Miss England
Alice Jones struggled with body image throughout her youth before corralling her self-doubt and entering the competition.
'I Can't Believe I Chose This'—Husband Fat-Shaming 145Ib Wife Sparks Anger
The woman said her partner "constantly jokes about finding a younger and prettier girl than me unless I lose weight."
One Size Does Not Fit All
This season, Fashion Week lost its sparkle. Instead of admiring all the lavish ensembles, I winced at the runways.
Why Nicki Minaj Says It's 'Not Embarrass Black Women Season'
After influencer Kevin Samuels rated Nicki Minaj a 9, she offered a place where people could store their ratings of women's bodies.
Mississippi Middle School Offers Students Shapewear Over Body Image
Southaven Middle School said that offering the items was meant to help address the stress of trying to live up to the "ideal body shape."
A Redditor Says Her Boyfriend Broke Up With Her Due To Unhealthy BMI
"I am completely heart-broken because I genuinely thought that I would be with this person long-term," a Redditor wrote.
Woman Slammed for Sharing Photoshopped Pictures of Sister's Teen Daughter
When confronted, the woman defended her actions saying she was simply making her daughter look "better."
Viral Video Calls Out 'Double Standard' of 'Dad Bods' vs. 'Mom Bods'
"I don't think you realize I am literally sobbing [because] I have this same body type and I've never felt so seen and so beautiful," one comment read.
Internet Slams Bride's Expensive 'Requests' After Bridesmaids 'Step Down'
"You have no right to spend other [folks'] money so freely. Friends don't put friends into debt," wrote one commenter on the bride's pricy demands.
Senator Calls on Zuckerberg to Testify on Instagram's Harm to Kids
Frances Haugen recently testified on internal Facebook research that showed users could see negative impacts on their mental health and body image.
Britney Spears Says She's 'Offended' by Body Improvement Consultations
Pop star Britney Spears spoke out against practitioners of cosmetic procedures in an Instagram post.
After COVID-19, Our Kids Need Real Body Positivity
We need to help young people better understand their bodies so they may actually love them—from their brains to their bellies.
Pinterest Becomes First Major Platform to Ban Weight Loss Ads and Images
The social media site announced that they will be banishing the controversial content in an effort to curb body shaming and weight loss claims.
'Men Have Problems, Too': Woman Defends TikToker for Controversial Song
"And I just wanted to say, if you're one of those people that's pissed off by that, shut the f**k up."
Woman Reveals Just How Much Mirror Distorts Her Body Size
The tenant revealed she'd recently moved into a new apartment and hadn't noticed how her furniture bulged in the mirror.
'My Pregnancy Was Ruined By Disordered Eating'
Even before I got pregnant, I was overwhelmed by the restrictions on what I could and couldn't eat.
Khloe Kardashian's Response to Leaked Photo Prompts Sadness, Confusion
"In truth, the pressure, constant ridicule and judgement my entire life to be perfect and to meet other's standards of how I should look has been too much to bear," the 36-year-old said in a lengthy post shared on Twitter and Instagram.
TikToker Goes Viral With Her Before and After Quarantine Pictures
A TikToker took body positivity and made it 2020 specific, sharing a video celebrating the weight she'd gained during the quarantine. The clip blew up, attracting millions of likes and views in just days.
Billie Eilish's Powerful Body Image Video Praised by Fans
"Some people hate what I wear. Some people praise it. Some people use it to shame others. Some people use it to shame me."
With 'Big Summer,' Jennifer Weiner is Still the Queen of the Summer Read
Jennifer Weiner's new book 'Big Summer' is the next big summer read you've been waiting for.
Tinder Makes You Sad, or Sadness Makes You Tinder
New research confirms Tinder users are more likely to report low self-esteem, body shame and negative moods.
Amy Schumer Responds to Barbie Movie Role Trolls
The comic has received criticism after it was revealed she would play Barbie in a new live-action film.
How Naked People Are Defying President-elect Trump
Anti-Trump protesters reveal post-feminism is still a distant ideal for America.
Why Fashion Must Break Away From the 'Tyranny of Thin'
All women are 'real,' but a greater diversity in size would be positive move, says Sophie Walker.
Body Image Awareness Starts in Preschool, Study Finds
Researchers say parents are missing opportunities to talk to their kids when they're young to help foster a positive body image.
Young Women in England and Wales Being 'Failed': Report
A report has assessed the experiences of 16-24-year-old females across every local authority in England and Wales.
Sadiq Khan Bans Body Shaming Ads on London Transport
As the father of two teenage girls, Khan said he is concerned that adverts demean women.