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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

Lizzo: The Body-Positive Musician You’ve Been Waiting For

Grace Larson, Ripon College

Who knew a singing, rapping, twerking flautist would be the key to inspiring body positivity?…

February 9, 2019

Little Mix's video for "Strip" goes against the song's empowering lyrics. (Image via Evening Standard)

Little Mix’s ‘Strip’ Sends a Contradictory Message About Beauty

Katie Farrell, Queens University of Charlotte

For a 'love yourself as you are' video, why wear makeup and shoot in monochrome?…

December 4, 2018

4 TED Talks to Help You Embrace the Body You Have

Katie Farrell, Queens University of Charlotte

It's time to think about your body in a more positive light.…

November 7, 2018

‘The Incredible Jake Parker’ Breaks YA and Body Positivity Barriers

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

In the age of body positivity, Angelo Thomas’ debut novel exposes a vastly unexplored topic.…

September 14, 2018

Increasingly, Celebrity Moms Diverge on How to Treat Their Postpartum Bodies

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

Whether they went the Kardashian route or the Beyoncé way, here are five things famous moms have taught fans about postpartum appearance.…

September 5, 2018

Is Cosmetic Surgery Body Positive?

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Both trends are rooted in social media, but can they coexist?…

August 21, 2018

Why This Fat Girl Is Actually Excited for Netflix’s ‘Insatiable’

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

The show offers a (mostly) realistic portrayal of dealing with being overweight.…

August 9, 2018

The New Hulu Comedy ‘Shrill’ Is Exactly What the Body Positivity Movement Needs

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

And author Lindy West is finally getting the small-screen treatment she deserves.…

August 5, 2018

‘Love Island’ Is Under Fire for Its Problematic Advertising

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

The British reality show was promoting cosmetic surgery and diet pills to its 16-to-34-year-old viewers.…

July 27, 2018

‘Insatiable’ vs. ‘Sierra Burgess is a Loser’: Who Gets Body Positivity Right?

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Spoiler alert: It's not 'Insatiable.'…

July 25, 2018

Sony’s New Superhero Movie Will Feature Its First Plus-Size Heroine

Cameron Andersen, New York University

All they have to do now is cast her.…

July 9, 2018

How ‘More Than My Height’ Is Bringing Awareness to Height Positivity

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

Big is beautiful, tall is terrific and no woman should be criticized for their size.…

July 3, 2018

YouTube Beauty Guru Loey Lane Is an Icon for Plus-Sized Body Positivity

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

Lane asks a simple question with a complicated answer: Why do we bully plus-sized women?…

June 19, 2018

Why the World Needs More People Like Supermodel Iskra Lawrence

Jenna Cramer, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown

The host of Facebook Watch's 'The Mirror Challenge,' Lawrence has gift for combining body positivity and realistic advice.…

June 11, 2018

Chidera Eggerue Wants You to Know that #SaggyBoobsMatter

Cleo-Symone Scott, Virginia Commonwealth University

The Slumflower wants young women to love their breasts, no matter how small, big or saggy.…

April 25, 2018

Is There Room for Eating Disorders in Body Positivity?

Kayla Kibbe, Connecticut College

There’s a double standard here that most people seem to willfully overlook.…

September 10, 2017

CMU’s Autumn Pinkley Is Spreading Positivity and Awareness, One Cherry at a Time

Kara Mercer, Northern Illinois University

Through her movement, 'The Cherry Project,' Pinkley shares the personal stories of students and peers to inspire others.…

April 13, 2017

4 Problems with the Body Positivity Movement

Sophie Hurlock, Xavier University

For a philosophy predicated on inclusivity, the message can feel a little one-sided at times.…

April 11, 2017

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