Tag Archives: body image

Does Your Bullying Make Me Look Fat?

Posted on July 13, 2014 by bonnevivantelife

I had a very disturbing conversation with my friend’s tween daughter the other day. Daughter mentioned she was fat. My ears perked up, and my heart tugged. I looked at my friend and said “We cannot raise another generation of … Continue reading →

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Sex Sells

Posted on June 17, 2014 by bonnevivantelife

Have you seen the re-creation of the Sports Illustrated cover using topless plus-size models? It’s hard to miss, as it had made the rounds on traditional and social media. The press has been positive overall–the feedback talks about celebrating the … Continue reading →

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The Weight of the World

Posted on January 9, 2014 by bonnevivantelife

Happy anniversary to me! One year. It’s been a year since I’ve stepped on a scale. It’s been 365 days of not being chained to numbers. It’s been 365 days of not defining my self, my worth, my character, my … Continue reading →

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To Love the Skin You’re In

Posted on January 3, 2014 by bonnevivantelife

I’m always amazed at how my life has turned out. At different stages of my life, I have looked around and gone, “Huh. Who’da thunk?” I’ve never been a planner–I’ve never had a 5-year plan, or long-term goals. It’s just … Continue reading →

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Mirror, Mirror, on the Wall

Posted on November 7, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

Shame. You know I’m a big fan of Shame–dissecting it and putting it down, not being mired in it. I’ve talked a lot about this. You know I’m a huge cheerleader for feeling Enough and being Kind to myself. Much … Continue reading →

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In the Thick of It

Posted on February 20, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

I hit the flying trapeze again and shared some pictures with friends. I was so proud of myself. When I looked at the photos, I noted to a friend how I didn’t realize I was THAT THICK. I was surprised … Continue reading →

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