Category: Coffee Break

  • Best Quotes on Body Image from 59th Grammy Awards Nominees

    Best Quotes on Body Image from 59th Grammy Awards Nominees

    Tonight, viewers everywhere are tuning in to the 59th Grammy Awards, which will honor the best artists in the music business. I’ve been pretty excited about the Grammys for a while now, and it got me to thinking about the inspiration some of the nominees can serve us all – but around the topic of positive body image. As you watch tonight’s show, catch the highlights on Twitter, or choose to miss it altogether – don’t miss some of my favorite body image quotes from tonight’s stars.

    Coincidentally, these are some of my favorite artists, so naturally they have some pretty inspiring and awesome things to say. 😉 Best of luck to all of the nominees – and I hope these quotes provide some inspiration to you all this Sunday (and everyday)!

    Adele (Nominated for Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, Record of the Year)

    “There’s only one of you, so why would you want to look like anyone else? Why would you want to have the same hair style as everyone else and have the same opinions as everybody else?”

    Beyoncé (Nominated for Album of the Year, Best Urban Contemporary Album, Record of the Year)

    “Your self-worth is determined by you. You don’t have to depend on someone telling you who you are.”

    “The most alluring thing a woman can have is confidence.”

    “We all have our imperfections. But I’m human, and you know, it’s important to concentrate on other qualities besides outer beauty.”

    Rihanna (Nominated for Best Urban Contemporary Album, Record of the Year)

    “You shouldn’t be pressured into trying to be thin by the fashion industry, because they only want models that are like human mannequins…But you have to remember that it’s not practical or possible for an everyday woman to look like that. Being size zero is a career in itself so we shouldn’t try and be like them. It’s not realistic and it’s not healthy.”

    Demi Lovato (Nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album)

    “I realized I’d rather be strong and happy than be what society thinks is thin and perfect and be miserable.”

    “I don’t let anyone’s insecurities, emotions, or opinions bother me. I know that if I am happy, that’s all that matters to me. And it’s okay to be selfish like that sometimes, when it comes to your well-being. Do what makes you happy, and don’t care what others think.”

    Ariana Grande (Nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album)

    “Sigh … tweets, comments, statement like this are not okay. About anyone!!! We live in a day and age where people make it IMPOSSIBLE for women, men, anyone to embrace themselves exactly how they are. Diversity is sexy! Loving yourself is sexy! You know what is NOT sexy? Misogyny, objectifying, labeling, comparing and body shaming!!! Talking about people’s body’s as if they’re on display ASKING for your approval / opinion. THEY ARE NOT!!!! CELEBRATE YOURSELF. CELEBRATE OTHERS. The things that make us different from one another make us BEAUTIFUL. BODY BOUNDARIES. LOVE LOVE LOVE ONLY.”

  • “Surround yourself with people who want to see you grow”

    “Surround yourself with people who want to see you grow”

    Okay, so at this point you guys have to know I love quotes (yep, I’m pretty cheesy). This quote is compliments of the Vallette Cleaners sign in my hometown – but it couldn’t be more true and completely stuck with me this past week. So heck, why not do a post focused on it?

    Since launching The Curve Confessions over a month and a half ago, I’ve seen copious amounts of love and support – extending from friends and family, to old peers and people on Instagram that I’ve never even met. It absolutely warms my heart to feel this kind of support in something so close and personal to me, and I’m sharing it with you all in hopes to make a difference. I truly hope it does in some way.

    Every single person I’ve talked to about the blog has been so supportive – and this is a shout out to all you beautiful people. I’ve completely found something that I love – and it’s exciting – but it wouldn’t be possible without you all. Seriously.

    This quote stuck with me because the people I love want to see me grow. And because of that, I am growing. So on this gorgeous Sunday, give some love to those close to you. Be grateful for everything you have and the people around you, and focus on all the good things in your life today. I 💜 YOU ALL.

    Shout out: to my colleague Alice, who helped me come up with this entire idea and helps me become a better writer every single day. 

    Shout out: to my colleague Meghan, who shot my first big photoshoot for the blog, and also keeps me so excited about it day in and day out. PS-don’t worry guys, more photos are coming 😉

  • Coffee Break: Shamed If I do, Shamed If I don’t 

    Coffee Break: Shamed If I do, Shamed If I don’t 

    “To some I’m too curvy. To others I’m too tall, too busty, too loud, and, now, too small — too much, but at the same time not enough. When I post a photo from a ‘good angle,’ I receive criticism for looking smaller and selling out. When I post photos showing my cellulite, stretch marks, and rolls, I’m accused of promoting obesity. The cycle of body-shaming needs to end …What type of example are we setting for young girls and their self-esteem if grown adults are on Instagram calling other women ‘cowards’ for losing weight, or ‘ugly’ for being overweight? … I refuse to let others dictate how I live my life and what my body should look like for their own comfort. And neither should you … My body is MY body. I’ll call the shots.” — Ashley Graham, August 2016

    To those who don’t know her – Ashley Graham is the first ever plus size model to be featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated magazine (I’ll get to that story later). She’s also a body activist and model making a huge difference in the body image movement. But for now, I want everyone to read the above statement from her – and really soak it in. I’ve witnessed people being criticized for being too big, too small, whatever it is, and it’s time to let people be who they are. It’s also time to accept ourselves for who we are – and screw the haters.

    Most of us aren’t the internet trolls largely responsible for criticizing her, and may not even be criticized like this ourselves on a daily basis, but let’s take this down as a life lesson. What I want you all to take away from her rant is this: “I refuse to let others dictate how I live my life and what my body should look like for their own comfort. And neither should you… My body is MY body. I’ll call the shots.”

    Photo credit: Ashley Graham 

  • Introducing “Coffee Breaks”

    Introducing “Coffee Breaks”

    In today’s fast-paced world, it’s tough to find time for yourself. Even more so, it’s tough finding time to sit down and dig into a good read. Today, I’m launching a new series of posts called “Coffee Break” – which will consist of short, super easy and impactful reads.

    True to the name, these posts will be perfect for the next time you’re taking a quick coffee break at work, enjoying your morning coffee, or whenever you have a few minutes to kick back and relax. Of course, I hope you’ll still check out ALL my posts on The Curve Confessions, but I hope you enjoy this series. 😊

    All the posts will be tagged, so if you’re looking for them, click on the “Coffee Break” tag on the top right of the site, and you’ll find them all.