Caught Up In The World Of Thinspiration

 

“Running on the treadmill, skip my dinner, work my body ‘til I get Thinner”

 In modern society, vanity is a common occurrence that has just become a part of our culture. In fact, many people see right past it. We are constantly looking in the mirror checking our makeup, fixing our hair, and evaluating our bodies and outfits. But is there such a thing as going too far? It is true that the modern perception of beautiful is often classified as young, thin, clean, and tall…. But what about those of us who don’t entirely fit into these molds? Are we not beautiful too? It has become such a concern for so many young individuals to be perceived as attractive that it creates a mental instability within them and drives them to such lengths that they are oblivious to the harm they are doing to their own bodies. These conditions, generally known as eating disorders, house individual sicknesses such as bulimia and anorexia. Originally starting out as a fad among young teenagers to replicate the images of thin beauty they see in the media, this has evolved into an epidemic of mental instability and distorted body-self-perception.  Fueled by the encouragement of “Thinspiration” represented in pictures, blogs, and the media; pro Ana (anorexia) and Pro Mia (Bulimia) websites have surfaced in the eye of the public, providing encouragement, tips, and discussion with the intention of supporting these two particular conditions. Luckily, there is true support out there, and people, and organizations who want to see a healthy and mindful society rise again. If you, or anyone you know is suffering from an eating disorder please visit any of the following websites for information or help:

Eating Disorder Treatment Centre
Eating Disorders Help Guide



 

 

 

 

Ellen Speaks Out Against Bullying

I just saw this video online, and I think it speaks to everyone in the world, and I truly feel that it expresses how serious of an issue bullying, and intolerence is, and it absolutely has got to stop!

Please take a moment to watch it, and leave your comments below.

-AS

 

http://www.ellentv.com/

P!nk Fights for the LGBT Community!

On October 9, 2010, Alecia Beth Moore (better known by her stage name P!nk) was presented with the Ally for Equality award by the members of the Human Rights Campaign for her active involvement and participation in the fight for equality for the LGBT community, as well as her continuing long time support. Her speech is perhaps one of the best I’ve ever heard (Starting at 5:16)!!

2010 was a year all about sticking up for the underdog for P!nk, as she released two brand new songs "F**king Perfect" & "Raise Your Glass" both of which were deeply embedded with an inspiring message about being yourself and being happy about who you are!

Please take a few minutes to watch the video and listen to both of her songs and then leave a comment below with your thoughts and opinions :)

-AS