body

Feminism demands a future free of fat shaming, body obsession and the male gaze.

Be Proud of the skin you are in
Today while walking through a crosswalk a car decided to get right next to me as if I was taking to long to cross the street. We exchanged some quick words however the words that came out of his mouth as I proceeded to walk were " Okay Move Fatty". It was right there... It was those quick words that took me right back to the negative space and all the pain I already deal with having body dysmorphia. I tried to laugh it off but as most of us know... words cut deep! To be honest I have never been publically ashamed like that before. I felt so uncomfortable even with my own man with me that I started to talk about these plants I wanted just to clear some of the awkwardness. The problem wasn't with him... the problem was I became so uncomfortable in my own skin. I have always struggled with holding EVERYTHING in, I am usually the type to suffer in silence but NOT this time.
By Dolly Mae6 years ago in Viva
(a) dangerous story
“Get yourself out of whatever cage you find yourself in” -John Cage (Nelson 54). Muffled screams vibrate under the weight of my fatty boobs, who assert their authority. Weight is relative. Sweat, like raindrops rolling down the windshield of Their sportscar, caress their way around, aided by the gentle fingertips of gravity, into the crease, skin-on-skin, between my breasts and stomach. It’s like being stuck under a pile of snow. Frozen, immovable, suffocating, the sweat under my boobs. Fuck, on days like this I feel like I can’t breathe. Or is it just the Florida humidity?
By MINDSOCKET6 years ago in Viva
A message for those who can’t gain weight
I wanted to speak on behalf of everyone who can’t gain weight, has heard the phrase “she only eats air” constantly, and for the people who are unhappy with the way they look. Everyone has this growing sensitivity towards fat people being shamed or the mental damages they go through, not that I’m saying they shouldn’t, but nobody here talks about how being skinny is just as bad. They SUFFER JUST AS BAD as the obese.
By Manal Warsi6 years ago in Viva
Boob Job, Oh Yeah!
Being a mother of three, that also breastfed, I didn’t really like my breast. More like I wasn’t comfortable with the size of my breast. They was to little for me. I always talked to my husband about getting a “boob job”, he would just laugh and tell me my body is perfect the way it is, but I didn’t feel that way.
By Sara Bevins6 years ago in Viva
Don't Let Your Assault Destroy Your Soul, Learn from It And Grow
On February 18th, 2020, I turned 32 years old. I love being in my thirties and feel like this is the decade where I will thrive as a young woman.
By JennyB6 years ago in Viva
It's Okay, Me Too
There’s so much fear and shame surrounding sexual assault or abuse. Many victims would prefer keeping quiet to avoid being judged or dealing with the backlash from others. Today’s society has turned its back on those who have experienced sexual abuse, simply choosing to blame the victim rather than taking a good look at the monsters that commit the crime. Being a victim of sexual abuse often leads to other mental health illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and possibly suicide. Speaking out on a public platform about my experience isn’t easy, but I think it’s about time it happens.
By Shaley Speaks6 years ago in Viva
Silence From Someone Doesn't Mean They are okay
"Why I didn't report it", "This is Not Consent" and many other movements that allow not only women but men and those that are apart of the LGBTQ+ to tell their story and share their truth with others. When people see abuse and this message. Hopefully people can relate to this and be able to tell their own if they experience it without being no longer afraid or worried because they have the support from others that experience it and see the importance of consent and that everyone feeling is fucking valid.
By Narley♥️6 years ago in Viva
"CELEBRATING ALL BODY TYPES IS WHAT THE INDUSTRY NEEDED"
It a good feeling when you come across a like-minded and intelligent person who potentially shares the same opinions and views as you. For this story I will make the introductions then step out of the way because this wonderful women managed to explain a number of things so well it feels better to let the true writer have the floor. I chose the top image because many females like Danielle suffer from what we call the "Over-thirsty guy". The guy that thinks because he has seen a sexy pose in a photo that gives him every right now to pursue at will. That is not always the case.
By URBAN GLAM LIFE6 years ago in Viva
Fat girl privilege
Guess who is unoriginal but I REALLY hate my body. I can’t even say lock down has a lot to answer for because I was overweight before. Chins that go on for days and boobs sagging so hard that I trip over them when I walk.
By Dawn Elizabeth6 years ago in Viva
Society Makes Female Body Types a Fashion Statement
The "ideal" female body is constantly changing, motivating women to try and conform to each new era's accepted body type. Looking back over American history and the women that history glorified, it's clear to see the body type that was in style during that time period. Sadly, the majority of these body types are unattainable for most people. Society picks and chooses certain female body parts that get to become a fad that is here one day and gone the next.
By Madeline Keys6 years ago in Viva
HUMANS ARE NOT SIMPLY CANDY
One of the biggest misconceptions of social media is the fact that we tend to judge before we know the individual based off of the photos they take and how they portray themselves. Many of us are not aware of the demons we fight everyday for survival or obstacles many of us are facing. Social Media is just another outlet to advertise, market, promote or do something to just feel good about yourself. Sometimes we should just take social media for what it is and not speculate.
By URBAN GLAM LIFE6 years ago in Viva
"THE DAY I CAUGHT A TATTOOED AMAZON"
With each foot I took into the vast jungle I could feel I was not alone. I was not sure if I was being tracked which should surely lead to me being dinner or it was just a stray animal which had lost its path. Or could it be a human that was tracking me. Who knows because this is not one of them stories...
By URBAN GLAM LIFE6 years ago in Viva