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Damn Unpretty

A friend of mine reduced me to an object of desire which suggested one day I would no longer be viewed as attractive. I felt like I’d lost a part of myself in that moment. It’s tough to accept that society often places so much emphasis on youth and appearance, and that our worth is often judged by those standards. It makes you wonder.

Don’t Panic!

Despite trying different diets and exercises, setbacks like surgery and COVID-19 can easily derail progress. It’s ridiculous how we obsess over our physical forms and daily routines, only to struggle with finding purpose in a meaningless universe. I draw inspiration from the philosophy of absurdism to highlight the futility of finding meaning in the randomness of the universe.

The Age-Old Struggle

I encountered the pernicious forces of ageism and sexism. My instructors dismissed my queries, their condescension a stark reminder of the power dynamics at play in the classroom. The apology of a teacher only reinforced patriarchal standards that place undue importance on external validation over the true worth of a woman.

Of Milestones and Mirages

As I wage war with procrastination, I choose work, exercise, and language practice as my daily trinity to conquer. Although distractions arise, I secure victory by writing down my objectives and remaining steadfast. Despite adversity, my productivity flourishes. I believe that pursuing my ideals, even if illusory, is superior to surrendering to indolence.

Size Matters and the Body Positivity Paradox

It’s a battle of the bulge. I feel like I’m stuck in the middle of a tug-of-war between societal expectations and self-love. You know, when life gets tough, the tough get…well, a little bit softer. But it’s okay, we’ve all been there. I had a little slip-up with stress and before I knew it, my fitness routine was taking a nap.