“Chubby cheeks.” Baby-faced, chipmunk cheeks, whatever you call them, they can be a source of self-consciousness, especially as you get […]

Body doubts. They creep in during workouts, in front of mirrors, in yoga studios surrounded by bendy bodies. For years,

Sucking in your stomach for photos. The universal pose of body insecurity. For years, it was my default setting in

Freckles. Childhood sunshine kisses, or teenage skin blemishes? For years, I saw mine as the latter. Annoying splatters of pigment

Height insecurity. Whether you’re “too tall” or “too short,” feeling like you don’t fit the societal ideal can be surprisingly

“Flat chest.” In a society often obsessed with curves, it can feel like a deficit. For years, I felt self-conscious

Forehead fears. “Too big,” “too small,” “too…forehead-y.” For some reason, foreheads can become focal points of insecurity. For years, mine

“Big ears.” The childhood taunt that can echo into adulthood. For years, I tucked my hair strategically, wore hats whenever

Unshaved legs in a swimsuit. For some, no big deal. For me, for years, unthinkable. Smooth legs were practically a

Gyms. Can be empowering, can be intimidating. For years, I felt muscle insecurity lurking in the weight room. Surrounded by