From Fitness to Self-Care: Challenging the Industry’s Misuse of Exercise as a Tool for Body Shaming and Guilt The Problem: Body Shaming and Guilt in the Fitness Industry The fitness industry has long been criticized for its emphasis on aesthetics and its tendency to use exercise as a means of...
Beyond the Mirror: How Exercise Impacts Self-Esteem and Beauty Standards For many of us, exercise is an essential part of our daily routine. We lace up our sneakers, hit the gym, or go for a run to feel healthier, stronger, and more energized. However, for some, the act of exercising...
The Facial ‘Thermal’ Water Challenge: Science Says… Not What You Think If you’ve been active on social media lately, chances are you’ve come across the trendy “thermal water challenge” videos flooding your feeds. The concept seems simple: splash your face with scalding hot water, rinse with cold water, and voilà...
The Illusion of Perfection: How Beauty Standards Can Affect Your Body Image The Cultural Beauty Standard Beauty standards have become an integral part of our daily lives. We are constantly bombarded with images of flawless models and celebrities in the media, advertising, and social media. These images often convey an...
The Unnecessary Workout: How Unrealistic Beauty Standards Lead to Unhealthy Fitness Regimens In today’s society, the pressure to look a certain way is overwhelming. Social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok showcase fit and toned bodies, creating unrealistic beauty standards that many individuals strive to achieve. Unfortunately, this pursuit of...
The final season of the popular Canadian comedy Kim’s Convenience premiered on Netflix last week. What should have been a celebratory moment has been mired in scandals. About Kim’s Convenience In case you aren’t familiar, Kim’s Convenience centers around the titular Korean-Canadian Kim family. The family runs a convenience store...
