When a woman revels in the pleasure of her own skin, she stakes a claim on her own expression, separate from the gaze of others. This fundamental shift in her existence is nothing less than a bold proclamation of somatic self-love. The Concept of Somatic Self-Love Somatic self-love is a term coined by Daniella Matutes,…
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Our society often perpetuates a narrow and unrealistic definition of beauty, leading many to feel disconnected from their bodies and struggle with self-acceptance. Somatic self-love is a powerful practice that can help transform our relationship with our bodies, allowing us to appreciate their beauty and strength. In this blog post, we will discuss how somatic…
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“For lots of people struggling with eating disorders, loving their bodies isn’t the answer. It isn’t even the question they’re asking. And it won’t fix shit because their marginalized bodies still will not be safe in a culture founded on white supremacy and patriarchy. Anti-fat bias is an offshoot of anti-Black racism in particular (folks…
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Beauty standards for women have been around for centuries, and they’re often unrealistic, unattainable, and damaging. From the hourglass figure of the 1950s to the thigh gap trend of the 2010s, women are expected to look a certain way, and it’s time to break the mold. In this blog post, we will explore the impact…
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