Psycho

Whether we're curvy or slim, we all ask ourselves the same questions . And we tend to ask ourselves a lot! Whether it's about ourselves, our partner, the people around us, or even our children. In the psychology section, you'll find personal stories, inspiring narratives, tips for simplifying life, and more broadly: food for thought on all those questions you're asking yourself . You can comment on the website, but also directly on our forum. The goal? To create a space for sharing, serenity, discovery, but also laughter and all sorts of helpful advice. Here, no one will be judged, but rather listened to and supported.

Learning to build self-confidence step by step

Nothing is more important than self-confidence. And it's not just about wearing pretty clothes that flatter our figure, it's a state of mind . Having self-confidence means not doubting your potential and your worth, regardless of the weight shown on the scale and/or the gaze of others. Of course, all of this doesn't happen overnight. It requires daily effort . The road is long and fraught with obstacles, but incredibly rewarding. Your greatest asset is the love you have for yourself . Every day, we find inspiration in the stories and testimonies that the media and social networks share from around the world. The experiences and commitment of one person can be so powerful that they, in turn, inspire us to move mountains and reinvent ourselves . In our "Self-Confidence" section, you won't just find testimonials or feel-good stories. We also work every day to delve into all the questions women ask themselves. Therefore, you'll find numerous advice articles and tips to apply daily to feel more confident and comfortable in your own skin . At the same time, we are also fighting against the beauty standards that society tries to impose . And none of this would be possible without the invaluable help of the body positivity movement.

The body positive movement is changing mindsets.

For the past few years, this movement has been generating a lot of buzz. People no longer want to see ultra-thin models on the catwalks , they're fed up with retouched photos, and above all, they want to finally be able to identify with the male and female models who are supposed to represent them! Brands have understood all this well and are increasingly working with plus-size models, expanding their range and above all, spreading a body-positive message that simply feels good . Because throughout our lives, whether we're curvy or slim, we work on our self-confidence. Many of you write to us about this ! Every day, you work to (re)gain confidence and overcome your insecurities. This is where the usefulness of the body positivity movement comes in. You can participate yourself or start to familiarize yourself with its most famous figures such as plus-size model Ashley Graham, French curvy blogger Stéphanie Zwicky, or curvy activist and model Tess Holliday! All their latest news is available in the "Body Positive" section, but that's not all! You'll also discover profiles of bloggers, actresses, and other personalities committed to body acceptance. There will also be photos from photoshoots, news stories that have gone viral online , accounts of impactful actions aimed at challenging the fashion industry, and more... all the news and positive energy you need to begin your journey to self-love.

We're also thinking of the mothers, all the mothers!

Ladies, before being mothers, you are women. Women who, like all their peers, have desires, needs and wants . We know this all too well and we haven't forgotten you. We simply want to remind you that you're not alone in struggling with school, sports activities, birthday parties , and your husband ! In the "Mom Life" section, we're simply going to try to make you laugh, relax you, and above all, remind you that you have the most beautiful and most complicated job in the world ! For example, did you know that being a mom is equivalent to 2.5 full-time jobs ? Similarly, it's been proven that you should be earning an executive's salary every month because of all the overtime you work! These funny anecdotes and many more can be found in this section. We also make sure to give all mothers a voice . Head over to our forum in the "Parents" section to share your stories, organizational tips, or simply talk about any challenges you might be facing . Exchange, sharing, and mutual support are values we uphold and nurture with great care . Of course, The Body Optimist doesn't have the answer to every question women might have. Its aim is rather to help them, support them, and give them a voice when many other magazines choose to leave some women in the shadows. Likewise, we are committed to making you laugh to lighten the mood of life's seriousness. For us, you are everyday heroines. Wherever you come from, whatever you do, whoever you are, you are welcome and this magazine is yours !