Body Image & Health Pt. 2, ft. Travaris

The Mirror Project

Episode 6: Embracing Health & The Future

Welcome to The Mirror Project!

Alexandra and Christine here, and today marks the second part of our enlightening conversation with our guest Travaris. As a friendly reminder, this episode continues our discussions on body image, health, and related issues. If these topics might trigger sensitive feelings, feel free to skip this episode. However, if you're seeking uplifting conversations around these themes or wish to engage in open discourse, come join us!

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Reintroducing Travaris

Born in the Spice Girl era, Travaris feels it’s her mission to keep Girl Power Alive. When she is not plotting on how to make the world a better place for women, she enjoys reading and writing.

Health & Medical in the US

Gender Disparity & Health: Reflecting on the disparities in healthcare discussions concerning women's weight in comparison to men, including story from Travaris.

Personal Experiences: Sharing Christine's upbringing and experiences with doctor visits, emphasizing that a uniform approach to health isn't suitable for everyone. Sharing our experiences with menstrual products and the discussion of pricing differences. For more information about the Pink Tax check out Taking back the ‘pink tax’: How brands are joining forces to make period products more affordable article from thegrio.com. To submit receipts to the Tampon Tax Back Coalition check out their website.

Encounters with Professionals: Narrating personal interactions with medical doctors and nutritionists.

Weight-related Advertisements: Critiquing the advertising trends for weight loss services, supplements, and fast food industries.

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Our Hopes for the Future

Aspirations for Change: Individual visions for reshaping societal views and health narratives.

Observations of Progress: Examining whether there's noticeable progress toward these envisioned changes.

Social Media's Role Moving Forward

Revisiting Social Media's Influence: Continuing the discussion on social media's evolving role in body image conversations.

Influencers We Follow: Sharing insights on influential figures each of us follows, their perspectives on body image, and their positive impact. Including: Ashley Graham (@ashleygraham); Barbie Ferreira (@barbieferreira); Danae Mercer Ricci (@danaemercer); Sarah Nicole Landry (@thebirdspapaya); Olivia Nevill (@livlivinlife__); Sarah Catterson (@sarahcattersoncoaching); Abby Pollock (@abby); Maddie (@madfit.ig); Emma Arletta (@emma.arletta); Remi Jo Bader (@remibader); Marielle Greguski (@mariellegreguski); Natasha Polis (@tashapolis); Averi Camille (@avericamille); Dani DMC (@danidmc); Carmen Rene (@eatthecaketoo). *We have no affiliation with these creators, just enjoy their content.

Closing Thoughts

Christine wraps up, encouraging reflection and participation in these conversations. The list of influencers highlighted in this episode reflects our diverse perspectives and the positive messages they share

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