After a workout at the gym last year, a woman approached me and told me I was in great shape and … More
Tag: Body image
Body Dysmorphia & College
When I first went away to school, I was terrified to share a space with other girls because it felt … More
Unapologetic
I was once the type of girl who apologized for sneezing. I felt as if my existence put a strain … More
Fighting for Peace
I once thought recovery meant always feeling at peace with who I am. I envisioned having a perfect life where … More
Reinventing Myself
I bit my lip nervously as I sat back in a cushioned chair. “But what if I’m nothing without my … More
The Pair of Jeans
I remember that humid August day, a few weeks before I started my junior year of high school, beaming as … More
Society and Body Image
In beginning my recovery from bulimia nervosa, I have come to the realization that one of my biggest hindrances in … More
The Cycle
Noone saw the raccoon-like circles under my eyes from skimping on sleep that I covered so meticulously with concealer. Noone … More
On Disabilities, Relationships, and Gender Roles
As America has begun defining and redefining gender roles and gender types, now is the perfect time to explore the … More
About
My name is Erica, and I am a college student who loves to run. Because I was born with spastic … More