Spreading Body Positivity Through Photography
Melissa Fann
Meet Mary Victor, a makeup and recording artist as well as a freelance plus-sized model who graduated with a diploma in Makeup Artistry at the young age of 16! While…
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7 Ways to Be Happier Despite Chronic Illness
Luke Douglas
Since many people living with chronic illness have to deal with multiple diagnoses and bare various painful and unpleasant symptoms, it’s very easy to cross to the dark side and…
The Issue with Nike’s Plus Size Mannequins and Fatphobia
In their flagship store in London, Nike has introduced plus size as well as para-sport mannequins and while some are celebrating Nike’s representation of various body sizes and inclusivity, there are…
What Is The 5AM Club?
Ever heard about the 5 AM Club? It is a concept popularised by Robin Sharma where you get up at 5 am in the morning to complete a set of 20/20/20s…
Unlocking Your Professional Potential
Natasha Mitter
Asserting yourself at the workplace can a challenge, especially if you have colleagues who tend to be confident and domineering. Employees are under pressure to perform, to handle more, and…
The Dangers of Skinny Shaming
Take a moment to consider these statements. “You’re going to finish that cheeseburger? Aren’t you on a diet?” “Go eat something and get some real curves, you bag of bones!” In…
The “Perfect” Body in Different Eras
Nilufer Hajra
Our idea of the “perfect body” has evolved throughout the years. What our grandmothers thought was the perfect body is not the same as what our mothers thought was the…
The Fine Line Between Self-Care And Self-Sabotage
Growing up, we are taught how to care for others and not be selfish. While doing that, sometimes, we find ourselves in a miserable state and feel alone. It’s why…
How Eating Disorders Can Swallow You Whole
The Wellness Insider has explored the issues of emotional eating, binge eating and body image intimately over the last few months. If you’ve been reading our articles, you might have…
How Hoarding Affect Families
Shaameli Nadarajah
Hoarding is the difficulty to discard or part with a possession, regardless of its actual value. This behaviour has a dangerous effect on the emotional, physical, social, financial, and even…
