Body-positive journaling prompt: What is beauty?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
Reframe your body: Ample | Body image resources for plus-size people
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
Introducing Reframe Fridays
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
How to use Discord for absolute beginners
As more people move from Facebook to other chat spaces, it’s time to get familiar with Discord. In this friendly and easy-to-understand workshop, we cover: » What is Discord?» How is Discord different from Facebook, Twitter or Slack?» How to log in, join servers and chat» Free vs. paid accounts» Muting, blocking and spoilers» How…
17 Body-Positive Stock Photos for Parties and Celebrations
Use these beautiful plus-size stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
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Your guide to Body Liberation Podcast Month 2021
For the month of December, enjoy these podcast episodes while I slow down, take a breath and plan for next year.
40+ resources for holiday boundary setting and self care
Holidays are when cultural and social norms are instilled and heavily reinforced. That means those of us who live in fat bodies, or are LGBT+, are pretty likely to face a lot of criticism in spaces that should be joyful and warm and welcome. It’s easy to say “well, just cut those toxic family members…
15 Plus-Size & Size-Diverse Winter & Holiday Stock Photos
Use these beautiful plus-size pregnancy stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #2: How have your parents affected your body image over time?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #2: How have your parents affected your body image over time?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #7: Do you feel attractive?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #6: What makes a person beautiful to you?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #5: When do you feel most proud of who you are?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
40 kind words for your body
When you think about bodies — your own or other people’s — what words do you use? Our thoughts and feelings about bodies are shaped by the words we use to describe them. Here are 40 kind, loving descriptive words to replace the negative ones we’ve been taught. Find the written post at https://www.prospecttherapy.com/blog/2018/8/13/guest-blog-post-40-kind-and-positive-words-for-your-body, and…
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #4: What is the feminine ideal?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #2: How have your parents affected your body image over time?
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #1: What does a positive body image mean to you?
Here’s something to think and write about in this coming week: What does a positive body image mean to you? Â You’re welcome to share your answers here (as long as they meet the space boundaries in my pinned stories) or write them down just for yourself. If this prompt was helpful for you, there…
16 Body-Positive & Size-Diverse Fall & Autumn Stock Photos
Use these beautiful plus-size pregnancy stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #58: How has your view of your body and society’s beauty standards changed?
Here’s something to think and write about in this coming week: How has your view of your body and society’s beauty standards changed since you started journaling? How could it continue to change?You’re welcome to share your answers here (as long as they meet the space boundaries in my pinned stories) or write them down…
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #54: Kinder to Myself
Here’s something to think and write about in this coming week: How can I be kinder to myself today, tomorrow and next week? How can I be kind to my mind? How can I be kind to my body? If this prompt was helpful for you, there are 57 more in my free 58 Body Positive…
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #57: Showing Up Fully
Here’s something to think and write about in this coming week: If you were able to show up fully in the world, without body shame, what might that mean for you and your life?
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #55: My Body as a Partner
Here’s something to think and write about in this coming week: Is it possible for me to consider my body as a partner, rather than an adversary? What might that look like? You’re welcome to share your answers here (as long as they meet the space boundaries in my pinned stories) or write them down…
Watch: My trick for handling social anxiety at events
I promised I’d make more videos, but speaking off the cuff makes me so nervous! So I’m sharing a trick I recently learned for helping myself AND other people feel more comfortable in social situations. Click through and watch it on Instagram for closed captions/subtitles. I’m a photographer, writer and fat acceptance activist. Dive deep…
Body-Positive Journaling Prompt #56: Showing up fully in the world
Here’s something to think and write about in this coming week: If you were able to show up fully in the world, without body shame, what might that mean for other people in your world? You’re welcome to share your answers on the Instagram post (as long as they meet the space boundaries in my…
“How do I get people to stop dieting or being fatphobic?” | Ask Lindley
Ultimately, you can’t change hearts and minds that don’t want to change. Here’s how to convince people to stop dieting or being fatphobic.
Where to find bathing suits over a size 32
One of the best things about summer is water: swimming, splashing, wading, dancing, drinking, flavoring, floating, fishing, boating, or soaking in it! The larger your clothing size, though, the more challenging it can be to find a swimsuit you find comfortable or beautiful. For folks who wear clothing sizes larger than are generally carried at…
15 Body-Positive Stock Photos of Visible Rolls and Bellies
Use these beautiful plus-size pregnancy stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
Unpacking Weight Stigma II: Creating More Equitable Groups
I’ve produced another workbook! This one is for everyone who’s ever run, or tried to run, a group (whether online, like a Facebook group, or in person). Running a support or special-interest group of any kind — online or offline — is one of the kindest things we can do for our fellow humans. Though…
40+ Larger Fat Instagram Accounts You Should Be Following
Need the body image boost that comes with getting used to bodies like yours? Here are 40+ accounts of fat influencers, models, and everyday folks to follow on Instagram.
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In Conversation with Lindley Ashline – Why Therapists Should Use More Diverse Stock Photos
Image description: Lindley, a fat white woman, stands in front of a brick wall in a heart polka-dot dress. She’s holding a rainbow umbrella and smiling. It’s always a pleasure to speak with Jodie Gale of the Psychosynthesis Centre — did you know we recorded a podcast episode together? — and today we’re talking about…
20+ Truly Inclusive Plus-Size Clothing Brands
In a world where clothing companies constantly claim to be inclusive, it can be hard to tell what is actually inclusive, especially if you don’t wear plus sizes yourself. Full clothing inclusivity requires carrying up to at least a 12X/size 40 U.S., ideally with a custom sizing option. (And, even more ideally, with options for…
A short guide to a few of the better-known Seattle houseplant purveyors
Image description: Dark purple African violets bloom, surrounded by other houseplants from Seattle plant stores and nurseries. Alpine Nursery & Landscape: One of my favorites. Huge greenhouse, friendly and helpful staff, huge selection of both indoor and outdoor plants. Get on the waitlist for unusual varieties they grow in house, like tradescantia quadricolor. Perfect for…
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Now available: Body Liberation Quote Library
Image description: A photo of a fat person silhouetted against a sunset along with a thin crowd, lifting a fist defiantly, behind text that reads, “Body Liberation Quote Library from Body Liberation Photos.” End image description. For years, people have been asking me where I get all the quotes I include in my social media…
16 Summer Stock Photos That Prove EVERY Body is a Bikini Body
Use these beautiful plus-size pregnancy stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
Everyday Reminders: 11 Body-Positive Stickers and Bookmarks
Everyone deserves to have medical equipment that fits them. Here are 13 extra-large blood pressure cuffs to try out on your extraordinary, worthy large body.
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8 Ways to Make Your Business More Body Positive
Image description: Lindley, a fat white woman with blonde hair, stands in front of a wall covered in brown and yellow ivy. She’s wearing a pink and blue plaid top and a necklace with a camera charm. This post originally appeared on the site Fat Girl Reviews. If you’ve been on the internet for a…
13 Stock Photos to Use When You Talk About Eating Disorder Recovery
Use these beautiful plus-size pregnancy stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
New Stock Photo Mini-Collection: Plus-Size Runner
Use these beautiful plus-size running stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
14 Beautiful Plus-Size Pregnancy Stock Photos
Use these beautiful plus-size pregnancy stock photos from Body Liberation Stock to increase the diversity of your marketing materials, website and social media feeds.
The 11 reasons why people hate fat people
Image description: The side rolls of a fat body are shown in a black-and-white photograph, with highly textured skin. An excellent question came up on the Body Liberation Photos Instagram this week: Why does fatphobia exist? Why do people hate and fear fat bodies? Fatphobia — also known as fatmisia, anti-fatness, weight stigma and fat…
14 Scale Smashing Stock Photos to Fuel Your Anti-Diet Dreams
Here are 14 photos from the Scale Smashing collection at Body Liberation Stock, the world’s first and best site for high-resolution stock images of large bodies for commercial use.
15 Fine Art Prints to Lift Up Large Bodies and Inspire the Soul
Seeing bodies like ours helps us learn to position ourselves as equally worthy. Here are 15 of my favorite fat-positive and inspiring fine art prints.
14 Blood Pressure Monitors with Plus-Size Cuffs for Large Arms
Everyone deserves to have medical equipment that fits them. Here are 13 extra-large blood pressure cuffs to try out on your extraordinary, worthy large body.
15 Body-Positive Stocking Stuffer Ideas Under $10
The holidays are one of the best times to gift your friends and loved ones with body-acceptance and fat-positive resources — especially when we’ve collected lots of great options for you.
15+ HAES-Aligned Resources for PCOS
You deserve respectful, effective treatment for PCOS, no matter what kind of body you live in. Here are 15+ articles, podcasts, books, support groups, programs and other resources to support your amazing, worthwhile body through PCOS diagnosis and treatment.
8 Body-Positive, Fat-Friendly and HAES-aligned Zines
Learn more about body acceptance, body positivity, fat acceptance, intuitive eating and health at every size (HAES) with these fat-positive zines! You might be thinking… what exactly is a zine?! A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is a self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images usually produced via a photocopier. Zines are great because they…
How to be a Fat Ally: Clothing Store Edition
One of the more frustrating things about living in a fat body isn’t just finding something to wear — it’s warding off helpful advice that does more to help the suggestion-giver feel good than to help the suggestion-receiver. Clothing is both the classic and constant example. A couple of years ago, I mentioned — in…
How to find your own body positive photographer
“Oh, I’d just rather be behind the camera.” Does that sound like you? Are you at the back of every photograph, making sure you’re hidden by as many other people as possible? Or simply refusing to be in photographs at all? For many, many years, that was me. In fact, one of the reasons I…
9 Foundational 101 Reads for Health at Every Size (HAES)
In a time of Facebook groups, Instagram threads and blog posts, many of us first encounter Health at Every Size (or HAES for short) and pick up some of its principles in online discussions. But when you’re ready to dig deeper, where should you go first? There are a thousand articles and thousands more blog…
Scripts for Allies: Please Clothe My Fat Friend!
As we explore the concept of thin privilege and how it affects everyday life over on Instagram, one of the most common questions I receive is, “What am I supposed to do about it?” None of us are singlehandedly responsible for changing entire cultures and systems of oppression, but each of us can take small…