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‘Self-care’ is not a buzzword, for young women – it’s essential

After a mini breakdown, Edaein O'Connell finally caved and prioritised her well-being. Here, she shares seven steps that…

By Edaein OConnell

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“It’s an old-fashioned attitude, wanting to be really thin” — Do Victoria Beckham’s comments on body image reflect modern mentality?

Though society’s attitudes to sizing have come on in leaps and bounds, dangerous trends seem destined to be…

By Sarah Gill

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Ariana Grande isn’t the first to have to explain why body shaming is wrong — so when will the message sink in?

In the year 2023, women are still being reduced to their bodies, or perhaps more precisely, their weight.…

By Sarah Gill

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Problematic Home Economics exam question highlights just how behind the Leaving Cert curriculum remains

The state exam has been heavily criticised for a question that appeared on the Home Economics exam paper…

By Sarah Gill

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Emma Thompson is embracing her naked body, and her poignant comments might just inspire you to do the same

Dealing with the taboos of female pleasure and sexuality, Dame Emma Thompson’s forthcoming film will feature the actress’s…

By Sarah Gill

SELF

‘I could say I hate having my heart broken but without the heartbreak, I wouldn’t have the music’: Stacey Dineen on her debut single

Originally rising to prominence as a plus-size model and body positivity advocate, Stacey Dineen has now crossed over…

By Sarah Finnan

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Rosemary MacCabe: ‘I thought I’d accepted my body – then I got pregnant’

Rosemary MacCabe's changing pregnant body led her to realise that she was not as comfortable in her skin…

By Rosemary MacCabe

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Will filter free images be a legacy of the pandemic?

A renewed appetite for genuine imagery during Covid-19 (grey hair, stretch marks and curves) is to be welcomed…

By Rose Mary Roche

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Victoria’s Secret, take note: ‘Sports Illustrated’ shows how to rehabilitate a brand

'Sports Illustrated' has made history with their new swimsuit edition, publishing three different covers featuring three different women…

By Sarah Finnan

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It’s now illegal to share edited images in Norway without disclosing it first

Advertisers and influencers over in Norway will now have to disclose when a photo has been edited thanks…

By Sarah Finnan

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I don’t know who needs to read this, but wear the damn shorts

Gillian Roddy posted a photo of herself in her "shorts normally reserved for the privacy of the garden"…

By Gillian Roddie

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How to be a body positive parent and role model

Your kids learn their body beliefs and how to feel about their bodies from you. No matter how…

By Cliona Byrne

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