You may have seen mentions of the body positivity (or #bopo) movement bouncing around on the internet in recent years. It was born from the understanding that demanding and demeaning messages about people’s bodies and appearances are harmful, emotionally, psychologically, and physically.
The body positivity movement represents acceptance, appreciation, and respect for all body shapes and body types the way that they are, both your own and those of others.
Mental Health and Eating Disorder Support
Psychology Today | You can also search Psychology Today’s “Find a Therapist” tool to find specialists in your area
National Eating Disorders Association | Resources and support for anyone who may be struggling with an eating disorder
Mental Health America | Resources and support for anyone who may be struggling with their mental health
Body Positivity Resources
The Body Is Not An Apology | Archive of free articles and educational resources related to body justice
Mindful Food & Motion | Collection of food and body liberation resources, organized by topic
Body Positivity and the Media
Fat Positive Cooperative | Curated Fat Positive reading list
Generation Body Positive Podcast Stories of how different activists and influencers have worked through struggles to find self-love
Eat the Rules Podcast Interviews with experts and advice for breaking free from diet culture and loving your body as it is.
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