body positivity

In an article about body neutrality, three multicolored silhouettes stand against a beige background.

Why You Should Consider Body Neutrality

This emerging movement emphasizes a holistic understanding of the self.…

October 11, 2023

Jax’s ‘Victoria’s Secret’ Is an Empowering Song About Body Positivity

Tori Rose, Spartanburg Methodist College

The singer-songwriter hopes to change your perception of the company with her new single that has already prompted conversation and action.…

September 1, 2022

How Lizzo Reclaimed Her Confidence

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

She is known for her unwavering confidence — here's how the star boosted her own ego and how you can too.…

May 8, 2022

Illustration of how retailers are exploiting inclusive sizing.

Inclusive Sizing: A True Improvement in Retail or Just a Big Trick?

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

As various clothing brands continue to better their size ranges, many theorize that it’s only being done to profit off of plus-sized shoppers with no fashionable alternatives.…

August 2, 2021

Brianna McDonnell and Why Her Trailblazing Plus-Size Fashion Short Film Is Truly Groundbreaking

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

A combination of vintage aesthetics and a loving tribute to a plus-sized star, the influencer's new short film is clearly revolutionary.…

July 27, 2021

The Reasons Behind the Collapse of Victoria’s Secret Are No Secret

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

In its hesitance to embrace models of all shapes, sizes and colors, the former lingerie giant has fallen behind its more inclusive rivals.…

July 16, 2021

Selena Gomez Is Encouraging ‘Amor Propio’ in Her Work and Lifestyle

Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

Through her music and her new Rare Beauty makeup line, this beloved singer and actress has repeatedly made a positive impact on her community.…

June 20, 2021

‘Conversations With Kenzie’ Forges a Deep Connection With Its Audience

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

The podcast is a must-listen that will leave you educated, empowered and connected to those around you.…

January 22, 2021

Illustration by Marlowe Pody for an article on eating anxiety

Why Do Many People Feel Anxious About Eating in Front of Others?

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

Feeling anxious or guilty about chowing down on a meal is something that's become natural for many people in the U.S. How can we stop it?…

January 3, 2021

Image of a scale and tape measure in an article about body checking

The Ramifications of Body Checking on Your Mental Health

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

Compulsively scrutinizing your size and shape is part of the toxic body culture that is rarely addressed, and it's more pervasive than many think.…

October 31, 2020

An illustration of a plus sized male model for a Savage x Fenty article

Rihanna’s Male Savage X Fenty Line Is a Fashion Industry Game Changer

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The singer's fashion company has expanded to include plus-size male models in their new lingerie line.…

October 19, 2020

Florence Simpson in an article about body positive TikTokers

5 Body Positive TikTokers That You Need To Follow

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

These influencers create content that can boost your self-esteem — a breath of fresh air in a frequently toxic online culture.…

October 7, 2020

in an article about pretty privilege, a photo of makeup brushes in front of a makeup mirror

Why Are People Talking About Pretty Privilege?

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

Oftentimes fitting conventional, beauty standards gets you more opportunities in life. Here’s how this concept affects young adult women.…

September 27, 2020

in an article about radical self acceptance, a person standing on a scale

Why It’s Time to Shift From Body Positivity to Radical Self-Acceptance

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

The body positivity movement still maintains that beauty is important, but this new movement inspires self-love regardless of physical appearance.…

September 26, 2020

Lottie Drynan Is Raising Awareness of the Day-to-Day Concerns of Those With IBS

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Using her Instagram, Facebook group and blog, she helps those with the chronic gastrointestinal disorder get through the big and small problems alike.…

September 6, 2020

Is Body Neutrality the Alternative to Body Positivity?

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Is it possible to always have a positive self-image? No, but simple self-acceptance, regardless of your body type, is probably the better way to go.…

August 18, 2020

Elton John Puts a Famous Face to Underrepresented Male Eating Disorders

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The musical superstar has opened up about his own struggles with his body, and sparked a dialogue about a topic that's often overlooked.…

August 14, 2020

A woman staring into a mirror in article about skin positivity

Is the Skin Positivity Movement Finally Gaining Traction?

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

After hashtags like #FreeThePimple emerged, is skin positivity getting the necessary and long-awaited attention it deserves?…

April 7, 2020

In a society where weight and body size is always magnified by the public, it's hard to accept our bodies for what they look like at every point of the day. The ilustration of three women, in various shapes and sized, demonstrates the importance of celebrating our bodies.

Celebrating Our Body Means Celebrating Our Body’s Fluctuations Too

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

Your body won't always look 'perfect' and that's okay.…

March 27, 2020

‘Shrill’ Portrays Its Plus-Size Protagonist With Nuance

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

The show will have you simultaneously laughing and reaching for the tissues, all while inspiring a sense of confidence that few other shows deliver.…

February 24, 2020

health tracking illustration for Madison Feser's article by Amanda Morgan

Listen To Your Body, Not Your Fitbit — How ‘Health Tracking’ Is Hurting You

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Step trackers, calorie counters, weight calculations, BMI scores and other so-called health tracking trends are pushing people away from a healthy mind-body relationship and into a physically and psychologically damaging cult of obsession.…

December 22, 2019

Elman and Blacker Bring Plus-Sized Asian Women Into the Spotlight

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Body positivity is becoming more mainstream and more and more women of different shapes, colors and sizes are being represented in the media — but there is still more work to be done.…

September 3, 2019