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What “Body Positivity” Doesn’t Tell You

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Hanna Safley and Olaiya Land
Kelly Safley and Olaiya Land

How do you love your body when it – and society – doesn't seem to love you back?

Hanna Safley and Olaiya Land have heard the messages from celebrities and social media: “Your body is fabulous! Just the way it is!” It sounds like a healthy attitude. But it’s not how society actually works, and it’s not how everyone feels about their body. They discuss the unspoken signals they’re getting, a healthier approach to our bodies, and what doesn’t get talked about enough.

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