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We Need to Talk About the 'Captain Marvel' Movie
Okay okay, so when I heard the news about the new #CaptainMarvel movie, I just about flipped. No, I'm not a huge #Marvel fan, I'm not even a huge superhero movie fan. And to be honest, I originally thought it could have been because it just wasn't my thing.
By Reigning Women7 years ago in Viva
Social Media and Body Image
NOWADAYS it seems body measurements are integral to the Instagram algorithm. The amount of bikini-clad women that our thumbs grudgingly scroll past every day seems to only increase—and by the looks of it, it’s not likely to go down either. Body ideals have, historically, been defined by the cultural icons of the time, and how they are received within that zeitgeist. For example, at the height of her success, Marilyn Monroe (a woman who, by Instagram’s standards would be considered ‘fat’) painted the ideal feminine silhouette as one with natural curves, dimples and cellulite—a world away from the airbrushed "perfection" we are inundated with today. The rising prominence of social media "influencers" and TV shows entirely based round appearance (think Love Island, Naked Attraction, etc..) only communicates to young girls and women alike, that they are not doing enough to squeeze themselves into the constricting and hyper-feminised mould of 2019 beauty ideals. But what women need to realise is that however they present themselves, as long as they feel confident and beautiful both outside and in, they are enough. The plus size model movement is definitely a step in the right direction, a la Ashley Graham and Iskra Lawrence (the digital Monroes of this age,) but the real heroes we need right now are the ones who don’t have makeup artists on speed dial.
By Tabby Weir7 years ago in Viva
Simple Tools for Surviving PMDD
Invisible illness sucks. If you look healthy and are of an age to "know better," you are expected to A) snap out of it, B) act your age, and C) pull your own weight. But none of those things are easy when you're too tired, too sore, too messed up in the head, and too overwhelmed.
By Cheeky Minx7 years ago in Viva
Text Analysis of a Play by Henrik Ibsen
The play explores a young mother’s realization that her life has been spent in a paternalistic environment, passed on to her like a doll from her father’s house to her husband’s. That is, being encouraged to be helpless rather than to think for herself.
By Rose Sours7 years ago in Viva
Reasons Woman Excel in the Business World
In the United States, it is estimated that over 14 percent of company executives are women. More than 4.5 percent of women hold CEO positions. Many women in executive positions believe all women can be top leaders in any company. There are certain things women are doing to increase their chances of success.
By Mia Morales7 years ago in Viva
Mansplaining to Men
A heated conversation in a bustling city pub inspired me to write this article. I'm fed up of explaining to other men my views on feminism. Too many men see the ever common discussions on sexism and women's rights as an attack on their masculinity. But this simply isn't the case.
By Michael Writes7 years ago in Viva
Tips for a Healthier and Happier Vagina
Feeling comfortable and healthy down there is not always easy, especially when you consider how incredibly normal many of the factors that affect the health and general well-being of your vulva and vagina are: exercise, sex, natural hormonal changes, clothing, and other causes. Aside from undoubtedly being one of the most sensitive body parts, inside the vagina, there is a unique community of protective bacteria.
By vincent ferdinand7 years ago in Viva
Something's Got to Give
British freelance journalist Stephanie Yeboah recently made social media news this month when she published a story on Refinery29, titled “I Found Out The Guy I Was Dating Did It For A Dare. Here's What Happened Next,” writing about being embarrassed by potential partner all because she is a plus-size woman.
By Mpho Rantao7 years ago in Viva
