Katie Donohoe
Why it’s okay if mindfulness meditation doesn’t work for you
Written by Amy O'Brien
While meditation can help people to feel present, a study has found it might not be for everyone.
My experience of mindfulness that focuses on the heart
Written by Bhargavi Magadi
Heartfulness is a practice that focuses on the heart and is a daily part of Bhargavi's life.
What it’s like to be intersex
Written by Intersex Ireland
To mark Intersex Day of Solidarity, we have partnered with Intersex Ireland to share what it's like to be intersex.
My experience of an eating disorder and internalised fatphobia
Written by Anonymous
Through support and education this young person was able to cope with and challenge critical thoughts for having fat otherwise known as internalise...
How to cope with internalised fatphobia
Written by Bhargavi Magadi
When Bhargavi experienced internalised fatphobia, they took this path to not only cope but to love their body.
A young person’s experience of internalised fatphobia
Written by Amy O'Brien
Marykate is a Transition Year student and spoke to Amy O’Brien about her experience with internalising fatphobia.
How to combat family member’s casual fatphobia
Written by Anonymous
Fatphobic comments can be a part of everyday life, but they are most jarring when coming from the mouths of those you love, your family. Whether th...
Unlearning diet culture helped me to flourish
Written by Amy O'Brien
Rebelling against a diet culture that oppresses women, girls and non-binary people helped Amy be her full self.
Understanding emotional eating and body image
Written by Richard Keyes McDonnell
Richard details his experience of emotional eating and it's impact on body image.
6 fat-shaming myths and the facts to tackle them
Written by Amy O'Brien
CW // This article references eating disorders. Bodywhys helpline: 01 2107906 or [email protected] “I went through a really hard time at school, whi...
12 opportunities to work, study, volunteer or have fun this Autumn
Written by Maria Conte
It’s Time to Move again - 2021 style: Find opportunities to work, study, volunteer, or just to have fun in Ireland and beyond with Time to Move thi...
How support helped me understand my PTSD
Written by Anonymous
When life slowed down, the symptoms of PTSD were harder to ignore but support was at hand.