Body Image & Health Pt. 1, ft. Travaris

The Mirror Project

Episode 5: Unveiling Body Image & Health

Welcome to The Mirror Project!

Christine and Alexandra are here, and today marks the start of a two-part episode, diving deep into body image and health, featuring a special guest. Please be advised that this episode may touch upon sensitive topics related to body image, weight, and eating disorders. If these discussions might be triggering, we completely understand if you prefer to skip.

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Guest Introduction

Welcome our first guest ever! Born in the Spice Girl era, Travaris feels it’s her mission to keep Girl Power Alive. When she is not plotting on how to make the world a better place for women, she enjoys reading and writing.

Social Media & Body Positivity Movement

Cultural Standards and Social Media: Exploring societal beauty and fitness standards amplified by social platforms.

Racial Differences: Diving into differences between beauty standards in the black and white communities in the U.S.

Body Positivity Movement: Discussing the essence and perspectives on the body positivity movement.

Representation in Media: Analyzing the portrayal and marketing strategies of plus-size celebrities.

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Eating Disorders

*Trigger Warning: If dealing with eating disorders, resources will be provided. Eating Disorder Hope’s webpage of resources. Psychology Today’s Find a Therapist (U.S.). If you are in other countries please reach out to local health resources.*

Understanding Eating Disorders: Exploring various types and their characteristics based on medical information. Mayo Clinic’s article and information from the NIH.

Cultural Perspectives: Examining how eating disorders manifest and are addressed within diverse communities.

Focus on Black Women: Addressing eating disorders in the context of Black women’s health and experiences. Health City Article that our guest shared.

Personal Experiences: Sharing personal narratives and insights related to eating disorders.

Impactful Quotes: Reflecting on a thought-provoking quote from someone on the path to recovery.

Clothing Sizes & Labels

Sizing Woes: Critiquing the inconsistency and confusion around women’s sizing in the U.S.

The Dichotomy of Sizing: Discussing the categorization of body sizes and the perceived gaps in labeling.

Perceived Downsides: Unpacking societal perceptions and challenges faced by individuals deemed as “skinny.”

Closing Thoughts

We hope these discussions on body image and health initiate reflective dialogues. Your thoughts and stories are always welcome on our social media channels. Christine resonates with the frustrating sizing disparities, while Alexandra emphasizes the importance of understanding body diversity.

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