body positivity Archives

5 Reasons I Exercise and Eat Well That Aren’t Related To Weight Loss (7-minute read)

What I look like is the least of my concerns if I’m not happy. Here are 5 reasons I exercise and eat well that aren’t related to how I look: The feeling after a short and sweet trip to the bathroom… I’ve struggled to love myself for most of my life Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 4 yearsJune 21, 2021 ago

Asian Culture

3 Toxic Myths About Body Positivity That I Used To Believe In (4-minute read)

“I have to lose weight in order to love myself.” Feeling good and looking good are different things. No one told me what body positivity was until I debunked these toxic myths. Growing up, I struggled to love myself. From social pressures, the media to overly critical family members who constantly Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 4 yearsJune 16, 2021 ago

Creator: Katharine Chan

Katharine Chan has over a decade of experience working in healthcare. She’s worked in emergency health services, mental health, women’s health, facilitating, coaching, and promoting honest conversations among healthcare leaders to enable organizational change. She’s passionate about putting words to her feelings despite growing up in a culture that hides them. She empowers others by teaching them how to love themselves, embracing their culture and improving relationships.