“Hey, look! Mom’s doing it!” My ten year old daughter shouted these two statements as I dove feet first into our local not-so-warm reservoir. The other children clamored to catch a better view. We are […]
Tag: body image

Kick Ass Woman: A New Inner Voice
*Language disclaimer* Ain’t holding back with this one… Maybe you read my post about embracing my body? Perhaps you took a few minutes to review my thoughts on what its been like changing my disordered eating? […]

Strong Women Series: Sarah Vance
I came across Sarah Vance’s Instagram account one day when I was searching the hashtag, #bodypositivity. I was blown away by her ability to really dig deep and truly discuss what is going on in […]

Strong Women Series: Autumn Baughn
I’ve been following Autumn Baughn on social media for about 18 months. Despite the obstacle of separation created by only “knowing” a person through computer screens and smart phones, I have felt her warmth and genuine spirit. […]

Closer to What I Really Want: Changing My Disordered Eating
I’m going to preface this piece by stating I am not a healthcare professional. I’m not a doctor or a counselor. I’m not a nutritionist. I’m not even a personal trainer anymore. What I am […]

The Look of Greatness
We all have our causes, our passions—issues that have carved out a place in each individual’s heart and mind as important. I have a friend whose cause is adoption, another who is a champion for […]

Unstoppable: My Introduction into the BIM (Body Image Movement)
As I announced last week, I’ve been honored with the title and responsibility of Body Image Movement Global Ambassador as part of the Body Image Movement started by Taryn Brumfitt. I’m stoked to gear up […]

I Have Embraced: The Tall Mom Officially Joins the Body Image Movement
I have shared Taryn Brumfitt’s story several times on my blog and on my social media feeds. But I’m THRILLED, JACKED, STOKED, ELATED to announce I have been chosen to help spread her message as […]

A Little Help From My Friends
Who is that woman? Was the thought that ran through my head as I looked at the photo of me sitting poolside. “No one needs to see that!” I quipped in embarrassment and cheek-warming shame to my […]