All of my posts feature original illustrations and writing on the topics of
positive body image and self-esteem for women of all sizes.
Does Positive Body Image Even Matter?
With all of the terrible problems in the world,
does it really matter whether or not you feel good about your body?
A New Point of View
It’s not my shape that needs to change, it’s how I see myself.
Too Fat for Summer
I’m not a therapist, but girlfriends,
it is ridiculous to allow poor body image to spoil the short sweet season of summer!
Food For Thought
If eating *whatever* is a source of pleasure, then enjoy it fully, completely and with no regrets.
If eating *whatever* causes emotional pain, or makes you feel ill,
remember the feeling and make a less painful choice next time.
Rubenesque Work of Art
According to my dictionary, the term “Rubenesque” refers to a “plump, fleshy woman” .
To our modern eyes, Ruben’s women seem too fleshy, and beyond plump; they’re just plain disgusting!
The 4 Ingredients for a Stress-Free Diet
Guilt and remorse, should not be a part of your diet!
Fat Jeans, Skinny Jeans
I answer the silliest question ever:
“Should I really hate myself because of the size of my jeans?”
Creativity, Self-esteem and Body Image
In the same way that having a “perfect female body” doesn’t define living an amazing life,
having a “perfect artistic skill” doesn’t define creativity.
Narrow definitions of what we should be severely limits what we could be!
I Hate to Exercise…
As long as I don’t think of physical activity as “exercise”,
and as long as there is no competition and nothing to prove …
Rock Your Dreams (Dream On!)
I never let my size, determine the shape of my dreams!
Adoration and Exhaustion
You might not know it from those all those shiny magazine mommies,
but it is normal to have a soft belly, heavy breasts, uneven skin tone, tired eyes, stretch marks,
and hair that isn’t quite bouncy and full.
Lesson from the Garden: Beauty Grows in Endless Forms
A truly positive body image accepts and respects the diversity of shapes, sizes, colors and ages of all bodies.
A Healthy Attitude
No matter what size or shape you are,
you can choose to live a life of better health and greater happiness
by treating your body with respect and dignity.
We Are Who We Are!
These 5 words are the truth for everybody at every size: We are who we are.
10 Ways to Compliment a Woman Without Mentioning Her Looks
Because you are so much more than your pretty face!
LADYLAND
Slightly sarcastic, imaginary lady’s magazine covers featuring fake diets, headlines and recipes!
