Body Image

Learning to Model Self-Acceptance in the Classroom

Submitted by nedic blogger on Fri, 07/31/2015 - 12:34

Over the last two years, my work life has consisted of a before-and-afterschool program and an arts program for at-risk youth. My volunteer work at NEDIC, where I facilitate body image and media literacy workshops with students, has truly helped to change my lens. Although it would be fun, I’m not here to share with you cute anecdotes about the behavior of children or the funny things they say. Instead, I’d like to give you a window into the educators and caregivers I work with and some of the unconscious behavior they routinely engage in.

Mommies & Makeovers

Submitted by Suzanne on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 16:17

Last week, a friend told me she was disheartened by a radio ad for a "Mommy Makeover". I assumed she was referencing a spa-day for tired and sleep-deprived moms. You know, the typical feel-good fare: mani/pedi, facial, hair cut, etc. I was completely off the mark. If you're curious to know what it really is, take a moment and do a Google search for "Mommy Makeover" (heed caution, results will contain partial nudity). Why the partial nudity?

Navigating Changes in Body Image

Submitted by Suzanne on Fri, 08/03/2012 - 14:20

I've been reflecting on how much my body image has improved in the last few years (amazing as I'm "over 35".) We were doing an exercise on body image in a group last week and I was surprised with my positive thoughts and feelings about my body. I like the way my jeans fit now and how my arms aren't so skinny. I shun fashion magazines and the "heroin-chic look” of some models. Fifteen years ago, I thought I was huge at this weight. Now, it feels right. Had I finally learned to love and accept my body?

About those Extra "Vacation Pounds"

Submitted by Suzanne on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 15:34

A short and sweet blog post for you today about the post vacation bulge we all tend to battle.  I recently went on a  glorious trip to Paris, the French Alps, Switzerland, and London!  It was a whirlwind twelve days that definitely took me out of my daily routine.  When you're not at the office, always eating on the go, and not exercising regularly, it's only natural to put on a few pounds.  If you google "Vacation Weight Gain" you will see that many are desperately seeking advice on how to lose weight following their trips.

Sex sells

Submitted by Suzanne on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 19:05

A few weeks back when the weather really started to warm up I went for a run outside on the city streets of Toronto. As I passed by the Eaton Centre (this is a giant mall in the downtown core, for any of you not familiar with our lovely city) I stopped in a shady spot to have a drink of water. As I tilted my head up to drink from my bottle, I saw that what I was shaded by was a giant billboard displaying the advertisement shown below.

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