Body Image
The Body Image Epiphany, Part 2
Revisiting my journey, a decade after the initial body image epiphany essay.
How I Found My Groove in the Orange Zone
Growing up in Turkey, I was used to running around all the time. Our days in elementary school were long because we had recess between every single class. So I would spend half…
My Very Grown-Up Birthday Wish List
On the eve of my 33rd birthday, I’ve been thinking a lot about presents, experiences, and the people in my life. One of my biggest goals over the past few years has been…
My Body Image Epiphany
Whenever my mom and I talk on the phone, she always asks me the same question: “Have you lost weight?” The answer is always the same: “I’m working on it, Mom.” As a…
