If you’re struggling with body image while simultaneously being passionate about body liberation for all, it doesn’t make you a hypocrite.
#Bodypositivity on social media has become synonymous with thin, white girls hunching over to show a singular stomach roll and while that may be powerful for some people, it’s certainly not a requirement for body positivity.
Contrary to what many believe, body positivity is not new - it was a movement created in the 60’s to end discrimination against people in marginalized bodies. In the last 10 yrs, it’s become a social media trend with many brands jumping on the #bodypositivity bandwagon to make $
Struggling with body acceptance in a white supremacist, patriarchal society is not your fault.But we need you nourished, not hangry & distracted to fight these oppressive systems.Let’s continue to show up & do the work, instead of feeling shame around our own individual struggles
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