Embracing Inclusivity and Body Diversity: Getting #BeachMindReady for Every Body
Been There’s #BeachMindReady campaign hopes to shift the focus from restrictive ideals and celebrate the beauty and diversity of every body. Embracing inclusivity and body diversity is essential for fostering positive self-image and creating a beach culture that accepts and celebrates all individuals. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of promoting and embracing […]
Deconstructing the ‘Beach Body Ready’ concept and 5 steps to a more positive body image
Summer is here, and with it comes the notorious phrase that often haunts us: “beach body ready.” The concept of the “beach body” has long been perpetuated by media, social norms, and unrealistic beauty standards. But have you ever stopped to question its origins and the detrimental impact it can have on our self-esteem and […]
The Role of the Media in Shaping ‘Beach Body’ Ideals: Navigating the Waves of Unrealistic Expectations
As summer approaches, we are bombarded with images of flawless bodies that are deemed the epitome of a “perfect” beach body. But have you ever wondered about the role media plays in shaping these ideals and the impact it has on our self-perception? In a review “Social media and body image: Recent trends and future […]
10 Tips For Enjoying Time At The Beach
If you’ve had body image issues you know all about the feeling of beach dread – that ball of anxiety in your stomach at the thought of being in swimwear in public. The increased heart rate as you get closer to the beach and realise it’s going to be time to take off that T-shirt […]