A collection of short stories, poems, and essays about body image, self-esteem, diets, eating disorders, relationships, fashion magazines, and more, with book, movie, and music recommendations.
Discusses the psychological impact of health and beauty issues on women, calling for greater self-acceptance and covering such topics as eating disorders, cosmetic surgery, and the fashion industry.
Discusses the origins and uses of imagery as a tool for improving posture and alignment; explores the biomechanical and anatomical foundations of complex imagery; provides anatomical imagery to help fine tune alignment and increase body awareness; and includes further discussion of posture and alignment, with exercises.
The author discusses her experiences counseling women who are obsessed with their weight, and offers advice on how women can learn to accept and be at peace with their bodies and appetites.
A hands-on workbook designed to help teens improve their body image, avoid negative messages about body type, femininity, and beauty, and avoid unrealistic standards of perfection while cultivating a positive self-image.
Because you don't have to apologize for your size!
Wann, Marilyn
1998
A collection of quotes, essays, and stories that explain why people should not be obsessed with their weight and should learn to love themselves because of who they are, not what they look like.
how Jenna takes control of her emotions and eating
Schechter, Lynn R
2010
Through email exchanges with her cousin, best friend, parents, and school counselor, twelve-year-old Jenna reveals a growing awareness of the causes of her emotional overeating and what she is doing to take control.
