All About That Bass

What is Shane Playing Tonight?!

NBA2K14

(I can't believe I am saying this but I am starting to miss Madden.)

: /

Ello loves!

Over the last few weeks, I have spent a lot of time watching YouTube videos... I am actually a little ashamed of the amount of time I have spent on YouTube. It originally started out as a search for some easy make-up/hair tutorials. I have found some awesome YouTubers, which I would be more than happy to share with you guys : ) 

Anyways, my YouTube search slowly morphed into searches for fashion ideas and ideas for styling some of the all of the stuff hanging untouched in my closet. I have ridiculous amount of stuff that I have bought and just haven't had the chance/figured out how to style it yet. Part of that stemming from some body image issues. 

This might be a little more serious of a post but I think that it is important to share with you guys. Over the  last few years, I have struggled a lot with my weight and the way that I view myself. I am extremely fortunate enough to have a man that encourages me to be comfortable in my own skin and is willing to support me through all my body issues but a lot of people, younger girls especially, don't necessarily have. I can't tell you how many times in high school and even into college, that I was embarrassed to walk over to larger sizes when shopping with friends and that was even when I could fit into the "typical" larges. After shopping trips, I would be come hyper-focused on the way that I looked, which would eventually lead to "sad eating" and would just turn into this huge cycle. 

I can remember a particular peer in high school that was completely ruthless when it came to my weight and usually felt the need to address the issue in front of large groups of peers. Looking back, I still haven't ever figured out her obsession with my weight and have been able to look past her comments but at the time I was devastated by her nasty comments. While I did come home on the verge of tears on more than one occasion, I was blessed enough to have a family and a small group of friends that not only stuck up for me but also completely accepted me for the person and the weight that I am/was.

I apologize for this post hitting a bit on the longer side but I guess my whole point is to share with you guys that there is support out there. Unfortunately, it is always the people that you hope but there is always someone out there. Weirdly enough, after moving to a new city I have noticed that I am having a harder time with my weight and the girls that I watch on YouTube have been a huge support for me. The women responsible for channels like LearningToBeFearless , VintageOrTacky, and Mary Dementra  have put out such a positive and contagious attitude about their body issues, struggles, and triumphs that it is hard not to develop a better body image. (Plus, all three of them post some adorable outfits and styling tips for us girls that are a bit on the shapelier side of life!)

I hope this helped for any of my readers sharing my struggles. There is always support out there and can be found in places that you might not considered. Say for instance, a random blogger on the internet : ) I seriously encourage readers of all shapes and sizes to check out these amazing women. I would love if you guys would share any good channels that you know about with me in the comment box!

Lastly, I found this artist on YouTube. I am wicked bummed that she only has one song out but I think that this song is definitely fitting for the topic. Enjoy!