I relate that to my mental health as well, I used to think "when i'm less depressed i'll do this, and that" and i spend a few years of my life doing nothing???????? And nothing got better????????? And then i discovered that i could do things i wanted and needed when i was unwell and by doing them i'd feel better???????
Had to screenshot this comment; maybe because it’s comforting that others feel things that I do. Doing something and it seemingly going no where is discouraging but doing nothing is resoundingly worse. Moving towards something is undoubtedly the route to clearing fog. Thank you.
It's so easy to get cause and effect mixed up when you're depressed. I know, because I've been there myself. Waiting for the day I felt well enough to get out of the house didn't get me anywhere - having a reason to go out despite not feeling all that well did.
I laughed too. She probably said it so casually because she had to accept that a clumsy moment in the past gives and will continue to give her back discomfort.
I always had that mentality that "When I'm thinner this will happen." But you know what? I'm curvy and I've just qualified as a Chartered Accountant. Success comes in all forms. Be yourself and work hard.
On revenge bodies, I think Marty McConnell said it wonderfully in her poem ‘Frida Kahlo to Marty McConnell’: “don’t lose too much weight. stupid girls are always trying to disappear as revenge. and you are not stupid. you loved a man with more hands than a parade of beggars, and here you stand. heart like a four-poster bed. heart like a canvas. heart leaking something so strong they can smell it in the street.
i somewhat agree with you about how changing your appearance doesn't really affect your life - however i know that, as a girl who wears hijab, if i were to remove it i'd be treated much differently by the people i encounter in so many aspects, and i also think my job prospects would be..wider.. if that makes sense. so, to an extent, you are right carrie, but there are definitely exceptions.
I like you talking about body positivity! as a trans guy who struggles with an eating disorder and body image, it's always nice to hear more positive voices. Also for back pain, i highly recommend acupuncture if you're able to get it. I've had chronic back pain for about 8 years and I recently went and it's been life changing
I think we make excuses in different aspects in life because we’re afraid of failing. And we’re also too ashamed to admit that. So we blame something else. A couple of years ago I thought about doing ‘something’ with all these story ideas I had floating around in my head. But I had no laptop at the time so I said that I would start writing as soon as I had a laptop. I’m now on laptop number 2 since then and still I have not written more than ideas. And not even on the laptop, oh no, in little notebooks!! I’m more than aware that I’m procrastinating writing a complete story because I’m afraid it will be crap. And this even with my telling myself that first and foremost I want to write for myself, because I really want to see where these ideas could go. Maybe some day. Hopefully. I digress. Back to body image. Carrie, continue making these body positive videos, if only for a reminder every now and again. Looks only get us so far. Sure it’s the first thing anybody “sees” of us. But at the end of the day it’s our personality that makes people want to be around you. Wether for work or personal relationships. Xx
a few years ago you made a video, i think it was called healthy and happy, and i loved it so much that i named one of my bunnies after you, so please never stop making these types of videos :) i believe studies actually show that there is a correlation between people's body weights and the likelihood with which they will get a callback after a job interview or an apartment sighting, but the correlation is slight, so in statistical terms it is insignificant, which should just show people that it really doesn't matter! i think the reason why people think they will be more successful when they're thinner is because they forget that it's not just body weight => better chances in love or in their career or whatever. it's more like body weight influences your confidence and that, in turn, influences whatever you set out to do. but there's nothing stopping you from working on your confidence even if you have the type of body that society perceives as flawed because it's all a construct and shouldn't bother you anyway (which, of course, is easier said than done).
Even at 30, I needed to hear this Carrie! You have a fabulous way of articulating your thoughts and beliefs and it blows my mind. I hope your younger viewers take in everything you say about body image and process it and come to the conclusion (long before I did) that being kind is the most important thing in the world and if everyone was just a bit more kind to each other and of course, to ourselves, the world would be a much happier place. Thank you Carrie for being an inspiration!
I´ve got a similar "problem". A lot of people tell me that I'm to thin and I have to eat more. I eat a lot and even the doctor said that I'm okay. I think it isn't important who you look like. You have to be lucky with yourself. I am lucky with body and with my life (most of the time^^) and thats enough for me. It´s good to talk about it so keep doing it ;)
I can honestly say some of the greatest things in my life happened when I was at my largest. I’m glad I’ve lost weight and I’m healthier/ happier, but wish I’d not spent my whole teenage life waiting for my thin life to start.
a girl i know postet an image of her in her underwear with the caption "love yourself" (which is a good message) but my brain immedeatly jumped to: well yeah it's easy for YOU to love your body it looks amazing! i realised how unhealthy those thoughts are and i'm working on loving myself.
This links so beautifully to Girlguiding’s Free Being Me peer education campaign with the Dove Self-Esteem project! It focuses on how important who you are is rather than what you look like and how everyone’s physical appearance is perfect in its own way. It’s one of the best things I’ve had the chance to be involved in - if you’re interested I’d love to tell you more about it Carrie x
Hearing someone as talented, driven and lovely as yourself talk about how we should love ourselves really makes a positive impact to me. There aren't enough people spreading this message and so it can be easily forgotten or overwhelmed by the infinate companies and individuals who are trying to make us hate our bodies and ourselves. Please keep spreading your positivity. I am always striving to emmulate your outlook, strength and confidence. 💕
if you have back ache the worst thing to do is to lie down all day as it can cause stiffness and more pain. just a tip move about slowly and sit in a hard ish chair not something soft like a bed
I found Carrie's message in this video so empowering. Usually, when people comment on these sorts of issues it goes straight over my head, because they don't word it in a way that I can relate to, but this really hit a target for me. This is a sort of dialogue that is integral for our younger audiences.
I love your Body-positivity videos, I feel like you articulate what the majority of people think but are too scared to say, You give so many people the confidence and acceptance they need so thank you xxx
I've been watching your videos since I was in 9th grade (I'm now a junior in college), and you have truly always been a big inspiration to me. I've gone up and down on the scale, fought with eating problems and taken myself away from events because of anxiety towards my body/eating. Even now at 21, I struggle with the same body issues, but you have given me a lot of confidence these past few videos that you have made. You are such an empowering woman, and I am so grateful that you use your platform to be a such a light!!!
I love Meghan Tonjes and I love that you do too! Body positivity is something we need to see more in today’s society so thank you for continuing the conversation! Sending positive and healing vibes your way!!! ❤️
Carrie. You are such an inspiration to me and I'm sure to so many others. You are insanely talented, and you have the voice of an angel - SO powerful, so moving (you absolutely belong and deserve to be in theatre, who gives a monkeys if you haven't been to drama school?!!!!) And you are one of the most kind, gentle and genuine people this planet has to offer. I sincerely hope that one day i get to meet you, and have a proper hearty chat and big bear hug! Keep being you, you wonderful woman! Lots of love xx
Carrie: once again you have inspired me to be better. I have struggled with Binge Eating Disorder for years now and am just finally getting to a point where I am ready and willing to put in the effort to change my life and fight. My mind often goes to that train of thought: life will be better when I’m thin, but I know it’s not true. I needed a little reminder, and who better to hear it from than someone I admire so much. You are brilliant and inspire me everyday. Thank you! 💜🖤
Carrie, I love you so much. I am fifteen and doing theatre as a “chubbier” girl made me think that I wouldn’t be able to get roles I wanted. I found you about a year ago, and you have made me feel so much better about myself. ❤️
I love this. I find the more I focus on who I am as a person, being good at what I do, the happier and more satisfied I am. As an added bonus, when I'm not obsessing over my looks it's easier to really take care of myself and get my lifestyle where I want it to be. The best change comes from the inside out. Love your work Carrie xx
I love them, they really make me rethink "is it worth it? Maybe I should just stop and instead love my body just the way it is". So thank you, and pleas keep making these videos!!
The conversation you've been starting and contributing to about body positivity lately has been inspiring me so much to work on my own body positivity! Wearing what I was regardless of whether you can see my tummy and posting on instragram real pictures of my body and working on not being ashamed of my squishy rolls of fat- it's one of those things I always said I'd get to eventually. Like oh one day I'll learn to love my body or one day I'll work on my self love. But it's not one day anymore. It's now. And thats in huge part because of you Carrie so thank you
Carrie, you are my ultimate pick-me-up. I love listening to you talk and express your feelings because what you speak about is so relevant and true to our current world and you just make me happier about myself because I would love to be in musical theatre but I always put myself down for reasons but you just remind me that I can do the things that I want to. And i can do them now. Xox
When I was younger, my mindset was always that if I became 'thinner', everything would be okay. Now I'm almost 20, and I have never felt more confident in size 18 clothes 💖
Oh, Carrie, God bless you for showing us such beutiful things... Sometimes it's all we need to center our thoughts in good energy and make us want to work our butts off. Cause it's not about the good things in the world. It's about the possibility of having our own good things.
"I tripped over a small child in Chitty." I mean .... You can't get better than that haha. Sending all the love and healing vibes, Carrie. You always inspire me and make me laugh,. I love that about you.
I just love how passionate you are and how you care so much about how others feel. I look up to so many people, you included and have never taken anyone’s weight into consideration when deciding if I like who they are and what they stand for. Also I love these kind of videos, I love sit down videos where people go on about things they feel passionately about, it’s important for people who feel inferior or people who have never looked at things a certain way. I love you Carrie and I know you already know, but you’re so beautiful inside and out 💖
Someone finally put into words how I've been feeling! I hadn't even realised that I'd been doing the whole 'when I'm thinner' thing until you made this video, Carrie. Now I know that's what's been holding me back all this time I'm going to make sure it doesn't hold me back anymore. Thank you so much!
I love these kind of videos, please keep them coming! As a person struggling with thoughts like this at the present moment, it's reassuring to hear people say how ridiculous it is, it actually helps in a weird way
I REALLY apreciate you making videos like this. As a teenage girl there is alot of pressure to feel beautiful and to look a certain way and it's something i(and many others i know) struggle with. I can assure you that these types of videos help.me even if they dont help anyone else. It's nice to know there's someome there who can make you feel like you belong in this world and you definatly help with that Carrie. Much love to you beautiful,Thank-you. I hope your back and hand get better soon xo
I love this kind of videos! They spark discussion, exchange opinions, debates. These things are things that NEED to be talked about, and you using your means to create a space where we can do that is amazing. So, yay body-positive vibes! I'm very happy that succesful/famous people are becoming more and more diverse. By expanding the spectrum of race/body types/gender/sexuality/culture of the people represented by the media, more and more "normal" people will be able to identify themselves in those celebrities and say "hey, I can do that too", and that's wonderful.
LOve when you do videos like this Carrie! I first found your channel about a year ago while going on a Les Mis binge and looked up too you ever since. You are such a wonderful role model and such a lovely person. xoxox
I love this content. I struggle so much with my appearance and have actually been diagnosed with an eating disorder. Videos like this help me feel better, help me improve. So thank you for existing and being so awesome at what you do!! It really means the world to me!!
i really appreciate hearing you talk about body positivity, carrie. i've struggled with loving my body and what i look like for a long time - hell, i'm still struggling with it. but hearing your thoughts really helps me to sort out what i'm thinking and how i'm feeling about my own body. i've been thinking a lot about making some changes so that i can be happier with my body and it's so nice to feel like i'm not alone in all of these things
I really needed this today thank you, the amount of awareness you spread for mental health and physical health is beyond empowering and I thank you for it. You are a huge inspiration of mine :)
Yesss pls keep making these videos about body positivity, Carrie! They really give me a boost emotionally and I feel so much better and more understood after watching them xxx thank you, love you
I really needed to hear that. Carrie, it's been a while since I've watched one of your videos, and man have I ever missed you!!! When I first found your channel years ago, I was immediately hooked. Your tea drinking, singing, doodling and everything brought me so much joy. So when I stumbled upon your channel again today, I honestly felt like I had found a lost friend. I have had a rough past few years, dealing with anxiety and depression among other things, the result of which (probably along with my love of ice cream and baked goods) is that I have gained weight, which didn't really help the whole depression thing. But anyway, the point is, that I stopped doing a lot of things that made me happy, especially sharing my music. I keep putting things off, like auditions, and making recordings, saying that I will do it when I've gotten my life together, and gotten back into shape. It's gotten to the point where I sometimes don't want to see friends because I feel like somehow they won't value me as much now that I've gained a few pounds. As if my physical appearance is the be all and end all of my self worth. What's awful is that I have some very wonderful friends, who tell me that I am beautiful, and I won't believe a word of it. Yet somehow, your words resonated with me. You're entirely right. I have to stop keeping myself from doing what I love. So thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
I love your body positivity videos. As someone trying to recover from an eating disorder this is something I struggle with every day, and I cannot thank you enough for helping me through that. Your videos on a happy-healthy mindset have been incredibly helpful to me and undoubtedly to many other as well. You're awesome Carrie, don't forget that. And healing vibes coming your way ;p
Carrie thank you so much for the message! I put on two stone in the last coupe years and have lost quite a bit of body confidence. Although it hasn't kept me back in a career sense, I've def been putting off 'getting out there' and dating. I have been in the mindset of when I get thinner i'll get back out there as of late, so thanks for the lil kick up the backside to remind me that I need to be more body positive and not let it old me back!
I definitely agree! People will love you for you thin or chunky if they opt to go out of your life so be it, learn from mistakes if its your own or other people's. "What is for you wont go by you" and i often remind myself of that saying and live by it and iv found mentally im more positive now that how i use to be and a lot more confident in body and mind! Great video loved it💖xxx
Thank You Carrie for really reminding of what I need to hear. In the past couple of years ive put on quite a bit of weight and when I put on weight it goes on my stomach and it makes me incredibly self conscious as people have asked me if I’m pregnant (and I’m not) which really doesn’t help my confidence but recently it’s gotten so bad I can barely look at myself but you have started to make me realise size really doesn’t matter and as long as you’re happy who gives a shit, and I really need to remember that and it’s nice to hear it every now and again. So thank you - please keep these body positive videos going because I’m sure I’m not the only one who needs to hear it. Xxx
Thank you for saying everything that you just did. It means a lot to me. I’m starting a body positive nerdy costume blog and its nice to hear some positivity on this particular subject.
This actually made me cry. Thank you Carrie for reminding me that my looks don't define who I am. It is something that I have struggled all my life and still have so so many issues with. But it helps so much when people talk about it because it's so easy to get lost in the age of insta models and so on. Thank you Carrie, I look up to you a lot! :) Also I saw you in le mis a few years back, my favourite musical night so far!
Thank you for the reminder. It’s been engraved in my mind my whole life from my parents my friends and my love interests that if I were to lose weight things would be easier for me. Sure my coworkers treat me differently because I am a big girl. Treat me like “one of the guys” because they wouldn’t dare think of me as a person they’d be attracted to. But I can still live my life. I can be a great partner, A great worker and a great friend without my weight being an issue. I love you Carrie 💕 keep up your body positivity videos and I’ll share them every time. 💕💕💕💕
This video came just when I needed it. I have been wanting audition for the school show but have been mortified at the thought of people watching and laughing at me because of my weight. Yet I really want to get up and sing and dance and act...Carrie, you’re a god sent! I love you to bits and thank you for everything you do. It makes me feel so happy to know that you’re talented, happy, inspirational, successful and totally beautiful without being a size 4 (which there is nothing wrong with). You have inspired me and you’re not afraid or ashamed of who you are (which I don’t see why u would be) and by doing that, you give me hope that there are some amazing people (like yourself) in the world. Thank you xx
I really need these type of videos, now more than ever as Ive been struggling with my body image for the past year and a bit and have caused some unnecessary worry to many people close to me! However I'm trying my hardest to chnage, one small step at a time and these videos are extremely inspirational and they have helped me so much so THANK YOU CARRIE!!!!
Love these kinds of videos, I think it’s because even though I try to say these things to myself I can’t drown out the little voice in my head that says things like ‘you’re fat’ and ‘you’re not good enough’. Thank you for being the voice of positivity Carrie
I like anything you talk about, Carrie. Body image isn't my favorite topic to watch because I simply don't relate to it like the other viewers (I got past my insecurities already). Also it's not my favorite because my favorite topic you discuss is BY FAR writing (like that writing q&a was SUPER BOMB). But I don't want to downplay body image discussions because it is a very important topic to have a conversation about with so many young, beautiful people struggling with those issues. Thank you for pointing out the positive aspect of things like "you don't have to be thin to be successful." It's reminders like those that young and old people today need to hear. Love you lots!
Carrie, I completely agree. We need more body positivity in the world. Everyone is beautiful In other news, I bought my first CHF merch, and I'm wearing it( the red shirt with white polka dots) for the first time, and it is beautiful! I love it!
Thank you for this chat, I really needed this reminder. It is so easy to get caught up in the mind set that if I achieve some ideal body shape I have imagined in my mind, then I will be brave enough to try the things I want, or happier, like you said. But I have been really trying to work on accepting myself the way am now, and not only just accepting myself but also embracing myself right now. With all the things I see as flaws, I try to remember that just because I see myself that way sometimes doesn’t mean that is how the rest of the world sees me. Changing your body image can be a long process but I really appreciate your positive messages! Thank you! Love, A Hopeful :)
I would like to thank you, I watch these videos on body positivity and accepting the size you are, and knowing that we share a similar size from the last time you shared that information, it is a nice reminder that life doesn't really change when you lose the weight but it also helps me deal with my own confidence and it helps me build on my own mentality. So I am very grateful for it
Personally, I’ve been loving these body positivity videos! As someone who has been through surgery and got the battle scars and has always been curvy, shinning a light on all different body types has had a positive affect on me! As long as these videos make you happy Carrie that’s the most important thing!
Dear Carrie, Thank you for continuing the conversation about weight loss vs success. For so many years I felt the same way that you have,. "When I get thinner, my relationship will be better...I will be happier..I'll travel more...people will like me more." The list went on and on, but you know what? Some of my happiest years, and most life changing moments were when I was at my biggest weight. I graduated with honors, I found my best friend, I made a group of ever lasting friends, all while I was 220 pounds. Three years later and I might be 40 pounds lighter, but there has been no "miracle change". The person that I was then, is still the person I am now. I have changed only through conversations, life experiences, and looking deep into myself. The weight loss was a side effect of those things. Nothing more, truly. To anyone that is reading this, who may be thinking this way, that weight loss is the answer. With all the love in the world my dear friend, it is not. Life changes you, the weight loss is an after effect. If you like to workout because it makes you happy then continue to do so, if you absolutely hate it then just do you. As long as you are a kind, open minded person who loves, then you are wonderful in my books :) Carrie, thank you for so many years of videos, conversations and laughter. With love from Cochrane, Ontario, Canada Hillary PS. I gave your first book to a cab driver a few years back for his daughter. He cried as he skimmed the pages, and wanted me to thank you if I ever got the chance. So thank you
Carrie it’s so nice to hear someone with a similar mindset on these kinds of topics (ie body confidence etc) talk as openly and as passionately as you do! Keep it up, it’s wonderful ♥️
I'm not thin but I have good mentality, nurturing, caring nature etc and I think its those things that got me the job as an adult care supervisor last week
Words can’t describe how much it means to me that you speak about body positivity. It’s always been and will always be my greatest struggle, and since the age of 5 I have had the mentality that if I’m thinner I’ll be more successful/more well liked/I’ll miraculously become funnier and the life of the party - but in my heart I know that’s not the complete truth. I’m currently dealing with the fact that I’ve never been kissed, which is something I never thought I’d care about until recently. I’ve been here thinking that if I’m thinner I’ll be prettier and then someone will finally want to kiss me, but that’s not true. This video reminded me of that. Thank you so much, I’ll never be able to find the right words to string together to say thank you. This means so much Carrie. So many people need to hear it.
Thanks babe I needed that!!! As a single mum, I sometimes feel like oh if I lost weight or bought “that” it would help finding love again, but then I look at my amazing daughter and realise that’s my love right there. And if the right guy comes along he will love me as I am, wobbly bits and all!!! Besides, I rock!! Lol ;)
I very much used to feel this way, but not just thin, it was everything, when I get that car, this will happen, when I sort my depression out that will happen. It was actually a quote that made me think about this and re-evaluate: Happiness is not a destination. It is a mood, it is not permanent. It comes and goes and if people thought that way then maybe people would find happiness more often. Thanks for being amazing and such an inspiration
One of my friends has just died a university and your vlog has given me a ray of hope in this bleak time. Your voice is so beautiful ❤️ please never stop x
I love you talking about body image. I am forever criticising the way I look and feeling bad about myself for eating and snacking so I love to have the reminder that my size has no impact on my worth or my self! I hope your hand and back feel a bit better soon!
I've had this mentality throughout my entire life. I still have it now, every now and then. Its like just because I'm fat, I'm not worthy of being happy, or satisfied with myself. It's an incredibly toxic chain of thought. Especially when trying to be a singer, Ive been accepted to several tv shows for singing competitions, and haven't gone to a single one after that first audition because I become terrified of not being enough. I'm tired of living that way, worth comes in so many different ways, and for sure more important ways than just outwards appearence: Integrity, passion, talent, creativity, drive, empathy, understanding, loving... Why dont we prioritize these qualities instead of our fat? It becomes like second nature, and thats why its so dangerous. I'm trying to change that mentality, one step at a time. You dont deserve to beat yourself up for something thats really not that important. Be happy, value what really matters. Glad that these talks are back, Carrie:) xx
Yes!! The more people that talk about body positivity the better. I adore radical body positivity, but I think you offer a gentler (but no less passionate) approach. And honestly some people get scared off by people yelling YOU’RE ALLOWED TO LOVE YOURSELF and WEIGHT DOES NOT EQUAL VALUE, which is probably something to do with their preconceived notions being challenged. But the more you talk about it and normalise a loving relationship with food, exercise and our bodies, the better xxxx
100% agree!!This series has been the best thing about January and is probably one of the things that's helped me get through January.Please do a video of characters you would love to play(realistic and unrealistic) and a video on you favourite musicals.I love your vlogs and chatty videos love you loads Carrie💖💖💖
Thank you so, so much for this. Today I’ve been really down on myself - I’m severely chronically sick & at the moment, the medication I’m on and some of my illnesses cause me to gain weight (also the fact that I’m incapable of working out for an extended period of time and my diet is terrible because I can’t eat most things). I saw how much I weighed today and came home and cried. This entire video was needed so much. I’m so appreciative of this video and of you. Sending healing hugs & vibes to your back and hand! 🧡
I'm gratefull for videos like these, we need more people talking about body shaming on social media. We are sorrunded by pictures, adverticings, youtubers, bloggers, influencers, etc, that unconsciously (and sometimes consciously) show us that being thinner would make your life happier. All these beautiful girls on instagram with their perfect abs taking pictures in the gym, o eating a letucce salad, with a comment below saying something like "this is life". They're just lying to people. And personally, It's so comforting when people like you put a stop at all these. We need people to realice that life is not based in how much did you eat that day, your weight, your waist or anything like that. We need to show them that your body shape DOES NOT DEFINE YOU. Thanks Carrie for these beautiful message that we all should share xx.
It is always good to hear people to talk about body confidence. This is something I have to work on everyday. I am 38 years old and have been up and down in size from a size 14 to a 26 plus. I have to say whatever size I have been I have never felt happy in myself and that is sad. If I could go back to my 18 year old self I would give myself a stern taking to life is too short. In saying that I have done things at all weights I have travelled the world. Met some amazing people and I help people in my job and that is the best feeling. The message that you can be whoever you want to be needs to be carried to everyone. Enjoy who you are and the amazing opportunities we get in whatever way they come.
I love your videos regarding body image so much because as someone who struggles with their weight and appearance they make me feel so empowered and each video like this makes me feel like Im worth something more than my weight (like you said in this video) so thank you Carrie! ❤️❤️
I have a bad back on and off too. My physio said one can relieve it by building up the core muscles as it takes away some of the pressure. I lean over a lot because I'm an illustrator so muscles shorten etc hope this helps!
Carrie, you have eloquently explained such an important message! As a teenager starting recovery from an ED, I can vouch that being thinner doesn’t mean that your life will fall into place. In fact, until recently I would say my life was falling apart - nourishing your body and not punishing it actually will help you, both creatively and mentally - it’s just that we are living in a warped world which states that people (with a particular emphasis on women) will be sexier, more attractive and more successful if they are thinner. Please just be yourself and enjoy yourself - don’t waste time hurting yourself (be your own friend) x
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BABE. Thank you for the shoutout. I look forward to the day the universe puts us in the same place and we can actually hang out.
You are more than welcome! You are one of the only youtubers I watch religiously! Here's hoping 2018 is our year!
Isn't called the church of Tonjes for nothing, am I right? lol.
BB...aren't you in London right now?? Pleaaaaaaase guys, make it happen :)
Meghan Tonjes When that happens, I will instantly like and favorite it for all of its mellifluosity.
I relate that to my mental health as well, I used to think "when i'm less depressed i'll do this, and that" and i spend a few years of my life doing nothing???????? And nothing got better????????? And then i discovered that i could do things i wanted and needed when i was unwell and by doing them i'd feel better???????
Isabel Vidal I’m only just coming to this realisation...baby steps but yeah it’s like “whaaaat why didn’t I try this before?! WHO KNEW?!”
Had to screenshot this comment; maybe because it’s comforting that others feel things that I do. Doing something and it seemingly going no where is discouraging but doing nothing is resoundingly worse. Moving towards something is undoubtedly the route to clearing fog. Thank you.
ukuellie_ No worries, baby steps and you’ll be ok. ❤️❤️❤️
It's so easy to get cause and effect mixed up when you're depressed. I know, because I've been there myself. Waiting for the day I felt well enough to get out of the house didn't get me anywhere - having a reason to go out despite not feeling all that well did.
"I fell over a small child" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 why did that make me laugh so much? 😂 You say it as if it's something everyone does every day 😂😂 Love you Carrie!
Melanie Avans so it's not normal to do that everyday?... 😂
I laughed too. She probably said it so casually because she had to accept that a clumsy moment in the past gives and will continue to give her back discomfort.
I always had that mentality that "When I'm thinner this will happen." But you know what? I'm curvy and I've just qualified as a Chartered Accountant. Success comes in all forms. Be yourself and work hard.
On revenge bodies, I think Marty McConnell said it wonderfully in her poem ‘Frida Kahlo to Marty McConnell’:
“don’t lose too much weight.
stupid girls are always trying
to disappear as revenge. and you
are not stupid. you loved a man
with more hands than a parade
of beggars, and here you stand. heart
like a four-poster bed. heart like a canvas.
heart leaking something so strong
they can smell it in the street.
theviciouspixie this poem is beautiful
i somewhat agree with you about how changing your appearance doesn't really affect your life - however i know that, as a girl who wears hijab, if i were to remove it i'd be treated much differently by the people i encounter in so many aspects, and i also think my job prospects would be..wider.. if that makes sense. so, to an extent, you are right carrie, but there are definitely exceptions.
I really appreciate this kind of content.
We need this kind of talk, especially for your younger audience comparing themselves to heavily edited, happier than life instagram pictures.
I like you talking about body positivity! as a trans guy who struggles with an eating disorder and body image, it's always nice to hear more positive voices.
Also for back pain, i highly recommend acupuncture if you're able to get it. I've had chronic back pain for about 8 years and I recently went and it's been life changing
I think we make excuses in different aspects in life because we’re afraid of failing. And we’re also too ashamed to admit that. So we blame something else.
A couple of years ago I thought about doing ‘something’ with all these story ideas I had floating around in my head. But I had no laptop at the time so I said that I would start writing as soon as I had a laptop. I’m now on laptop number 2 since then and still I have not written more than ideas. And not even on the laptop, oh no, in little notebooks!!
I’m more than aware that I’m procrastinating writing a complete story because I’m afraid it will be crap. And this even with my telling myself that first and foremost I want to write for myself, because I really want to see where these ideas could go. Maybe some day. Hopefully.
I digress.
Back to body image.
Carrie, continue making these body positive videos, if only for a reminder every now and again.
Looks only get us so far. Sure it’s the first thing anybody “sees” of us. But at the end of the day it’s our personality that makes people want to be around you. Wether for work or personal relationships. Xx
A first draft doesn't have to be good - it just has to exist!
Saucy Bites Very true! ☺️
a few years ago you made a video, i think it was called healthy and happy, and i loved it so much that i named one of my bunnies after you, so please never stop making these types of videos :)
i believe studies actually show that there is a correlation between people's body weights and the likelihood with which they will get a callback after a job interview or an apartment sighting, but the correlation is slight, so in statistical terms it is insignificant, which should just show people that it really doesn't matter! i think the reason why people think they will be more successful when they're thinner is because they forget that it's not just body weight => better chances in love or in their career or whatever. it's more like body weight influences your confidence and that, in turn, influences whatever you set out to do. but there's nothing stopping you from working on your confidence even if you have the type of body that society perceives as flawed because it's all a construct and shouldn't bother you anyway (which, of course, is easier said than done).
Even at 30, I needed to hear this Carrie! You have a fabulous way of articulating your thoughts and beliefs and it blows my mind. I hope your younger viewers take in everything you say about body image and process it and come to the conclusion (long before I did) that being kind is the most important thing in the world and if everyone was just a bit more kind to each other and of course, to ourselves, the world would be a much happier place. Thank you Carrie for being an inspiration!
I´ve got a similar "problem". A lot of people tell me that I'm to thin and I have to eat more. I eat a lot and even the doctor said that I'm okay. I think it isn't important who you look like. You have to be lucky with yourself. I am lucky with body and with my life (most of the time^^) and thats enough for me.
It´s good to talk about it so keep doing it ;)
I can honestly say some of the greatest things in my life happened when I was at my largest.
I’m glad I’ve lost weight and I’m healthier/ happier, but wish I’d not spent my whole teenage life waiting for my thin life to start.
a girl i know postet an image of her in her underwear with the caption "love yourself" (which is a good message) but my brain immedeatly jumped to: well yeah it's easy for YOU to love your body it looks amazing!
i realised how unhealthy those thoughts are and i'm working on loving myself.
This links so beautifully to Girlguiding’s Free Being Me peer education campaign with the Dove Self-Esteem project! It focuses on how important who you are is rather than what you look like and how everyone’s physical appearance is perfect in its own way. It’s one of the best things I’ve had the chance to be involved in - if you’re interested I’d love to tell you more about it Carrie x
Hearing someone as talented, driven and lovely as yourself talk about how we should love ourselves really makes a positive impact to me. There aren't enough people spreading this message and so it can be easily forgotten or overwhelmed by the infinate companies and individuals who are trying to make us hate our bodies and ourselves. Please keep spreading your positivity. I am always striving to emmulate your outlook, strength and confidence. 💕
if you have back ache the worst thing to do is to lie down all day as it can cause stiffness and more pain. just a tip move about slowly and sit in a hard ish chair not something soft like a bed
I found Carrie's message in this video so empowering. Usually, when people comment on these sorts of issues it goes straight over my head, because they don't word it in a way that I can relate to, but this really hit a target for me. This is a sort of dialogue that is integral for our younger audiences.
I love your Body-positivity videos, I feel like you articulate what the majority of people think but are too scared to say, You give so many people the confidence and acceptance they need so thank you xxx
These videos mean so much to me. You speak so eloquently about this topic and your words are a real comfort and inspiration to me and many others.
I've been watching your videos since I was in 9th grade (I'm now a junior in college), and you have truly always been a big inspiration to me. I've gone up and down on the scale, fought with eating problems and taken myself away from events because of anxiety towards my body/eating. Even now at 21, I struggle with the same body issues, but you have given me a lot of confidence these past few videos that you have made. You are such an empowering woman, and I am so grateful that you use your platform to be a such a light!!!
I love Meghan Tonjes and I love that you do too! Body positivity is something we need to see more in today’s society so thank you for continuing the conversation! Sending positive and healing vibes your way!!! ❤️
Yes! Please keep shining your beautiful light on body image issues. You have a wonderful point of view. Thank you!
I agree and I absolutely love that you are trying to reach people with theses videos. Please continue being a ray of sunshine you wonderful human
Carrie. You are such an inspiration to me and I'm sure to so many others. You are insanely talented, and you have the voice of an angel - SO powerful, so moving (you absolutely belong and deserve to be in theatre, who gives a monkeys if you haven't been to drama school?!!!!) And you are one of the most kind, gentle and genuine people this planet has to offer. I sincerely hope that one day i get to meet you, and have a proper hearty chat and big bear hug! Keep being you, you wonderful woman! Lots of love xx
Carrie: once again you have inspired me to be better. I have struggled with Binge Eating Disorder for years now and am just finally getting to a point where I am ready and willing to put in the effort to change my life and fight. My mind often goes to that train of thought: life will be better when I’m thin, but I know it’s not true. I needed a little reminder, and who better to hear it from than someone I admire so much. You are brilliant and inspire me everyday. Thank you! 💜🖤
Carrie, I love you so much. I am fifteen and doing theatre as a “chubbier” girl made me think that I wouldn’t be able to get roles I wanted. I found you about a year ago, and you have made me feel so much better about myself. ❤️
I love this. I find the more I focus on who I am as a person, being good at what I do, the happier and more satisfied I am. As an added bonus, when I'm not obsessing over my looks it's easier to really take care of myself and get my lifestyle where I want it to be. The best change comes from the inside out. Love your work Carrie xx
I love them, they really make me rethink "is it worth it? Maybe I should just stop and instead love my body just the way it is".
So thank you, and pleas keep making these videos!!
The conversation you've been starting and contributing to about body positivity lately has been inspiring me so much to work on my own body positivity! Wearing what I was regardless of whether you can see my tummy and posting on instragram real pictures of my body and working on not being ashamed of my squishy rolls of fat- it's one of those things I always said I'd get to eventually. Like oh one day I'll learn to love my body or one day I'll work on my self love. But it's not one day anymore. It's now. And thats in huge part because of you Carrie so thank you
i love hearing you talk about these things, as I feel as if they aren't openly talked about enough- it's so refreshing and encouraging
I just had less hair .. That cracked me up
Carrie, you are my ultimate pick-me-up. I love listening to you talk and express your feelings because what you speak about is so relevant and true to our current world and you just make me happier about myself because I would love to be in musical theatre but I always put myself down for reasons but you just remind me that I can do the things that I want to. And i can do them now. Xox
When I was younger, my mindset was always that if I became 'thinner', everything would be okay. Now I'm almost 20, and I have never felt more confident in size 18 clothes 💖
Proud of you xx
It's Luce love you Hun xxx
Love you too xxx
Oh, Carrie, God bless you for showing us such beutiful things... Sometimes it's all we need to center our thoughts in good energy and make us want to work our butts off. Cause it's not about the good things in the world. It's about the possibility of having our own good things.
"I tripped over a small child in Chitty." I mean .... You can't get better than that haha.
Sending all the love and healing vibes, Carrie. You always inspire me and make me laugh,. I love that about you.
I just love how passionate you are and how you care so much about how others feel. I look up to so many people, you included and have never taken anyone’s weight into consideration when deciding if I like who they are and what they stand for. Also I love these kind of videos, I love sit down videos where people go on about things they feel passionately about, it’s important for people who feel inferior or people who have never looked at things a certain way. I love you Carrie and I know you already know, but you’re so beautiful inside and out 💖
Someone finally put into words how I've been feeling! I hadn't even realised that I'd been doing the whole 'when I'm thinner' thing until you made this video, Carrie. Now I know that's what's been holding me back all this time I'm going to make sure it doesn't hold me back anymore. Thank you so much!
I love these kind of videos, please keep them coming! As a person struggling with thoughts like this at the present moment, it's reassuring to hear people say how ridiculous it is, it actually helps in a weird way
Didn't realise how much I needed this until I watched it, definitely something that young people and many others often need to hear💚💚💚
I REALLY apreciate you making videos like this. As a teenage girl there is alot of pressure to feel beautiful and to look a certain way and it's something i(and many others i know) struggle with. I can assure you that these types of videos help.me even if they dont help anyone else. It's nice to know there's someome there who can make you feel like you belong in this world and you definatly help with that Carrie. Much love to you beautiful,Thank-you.
I hope your back and hand get better soon xo
I love this kind of videos! They spark discussion, exchange opinions, debates. These things are things that NEED to be talked about, and you using your means to create a space where we can do that is amazing. So, yay body-positive vibes!
I'm very happy that succesful/famous people are becoming more and more diverse. By expanding the spectrum of race/body types/gender/sexuality/culture of the people represented by the media, more and more "normal" people will be able to identify themselves in those celebrities and say "hey, I can do that too", and that's wonderful.
LOve when you do videos like this Carrie! I first found your channel about a year ago while going on a Les Mis binge and looked up too you ever since. You are such a wonderful role model and such a lovely person. xoxox
Thank you so much Carrie. I'm tearing up because this is me completely. I needed to hear your words today lady, love you xo
I love this content. I struggle so much with my appearance and have actually been diagnosed with an eating disorder. Videos like this help me feel better, help me improve. So thank you for existing and being so awesome at what you do!! It really means the world to me!!
i really appreciate hearing you talk about body positivity, carrie. i've struggled with loving my body and what i look like for a long time - hell, i'm still struggling with it. but hearing your thoughts really helps me to sort out what i'm thinking and how i'm feeling about my own body. i've been thinking a lot about making some changes so that i can be happier with my body and it's so nice to feel like i'm not alone in all of these things
I really needed this today thank you, the amount of awareness you spread for mental health and physical health is beyond empowering and I thank you for it. You are a huge inspiration of mine :)
Yesss pls keep making these videos about body positivity, Carrie! They really give me a boost emotionally and I feel so much better and more understood after watching them xxx thank you, love you
I really needed to hear that. Carrie, it's been a while since I've watched one of your videos, and man have I ever missed you!!! When I first found your channel years ago, I was immediately hooked. Your tea drinking, singing, doodling and everything brought me so much joy. So when I stumbled upon your channel again today, I honestly felt like I had found a lost friend. I have had a rough past few years, dealing with anxiety and depression among other things, the result of which (probably along with my love of ice cream and baked goods) is that I have gained weight, which didn't really help the whole depression thing. But anyway, the point is, that I stopped doing a lot of things that made me happy, especially sharing my music. I keep putting things off, like auditions, and making recordings, saying that I will do it when I've gotten my life together, and gotten back into shape. It's gotten to the point where I sometimes don't want to see friends because I feel like somehow they won't value me as much now that I've gained a few pounds. As if my physical appearance is the be all and end all of my self worth. What's awful is that I have some very wonderful friends, who tell me that I am beautiful, and I won't believe a word of it. Yet somehow, your words resonated with me. You're entirely right. I have to stop keeping myself from doing what I love. So thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
I love your body positivity videos. As someone trying to recover from an eating disorder this is something I struggle with every day, and I cannot thank you enough for helping me through that. Your videos on a happy-healthy mindset have been incredibly helpful to me and undoubtedly to many other as well. You're awesome Carrie, don't forget that.
And healing vibes coming your way ;p
Carrie thank you so much for the message! I put on two stone in the last coupe years and have lost quite a bit of body confidence. Although it hasn't kept me back in a career sense, I've def been putting off 'getting out there' and dating. I have been in the mindset of when I get thinner i'll get back out there as of late, so thanks for the lil kick up the backside to remind me that I need to be more body positive and not let it old me back!
I definitely agree! People will love you for you thin or chunky if they opt to go out of your life so be it, learn from mistakes if its your own or other people's.
"What is for you wont go by you" and i often remind myself of that saying and live by it and iv found mentally im more positive now that how i use to be and a lot more confident in body and mind! Great video loved it💖xxx
Thank You Carrie for really reminding of what I need to hear. In the past couple of years ive put on quite a bit of weight and when I put on weight it goes on my stomach and it makes me incredibly self conscious as people have asked me if I’m pregnant (and I’m not) which really doesn’t help my confidence but recently it’s gotten so bad I can barely look at myself but you have started to make me realise size really doesn’t matter and as long as you’re happy who gives a shit, and I really need to remember that and it’s nice to hear it every now and again. So thank you - please keep these body positive videos going because I’m sure I’m not the only one who needs to hear it. Xxx
Thank you for saying everything that you just did. It means a lot to me. I’m starting a body positive nerdy costume blog and its nice to hear some positivity on this particular subject.
This actually made me cry. Thank you Carrie for reminding me that my looks don't define who I am. It is something that I have struggled all my life and still have so so many issues with. But it helps so much when people talk about it because it's so easy to get lost in the age of insta models and so on. Thank you Carrie, I look up to you a lot! :)
Also I saw you in le mis a few years back, my favourite musical night so far!
Thank you for the reminder. It’s been engraved in my mind my whole life from my parents my friends and my love interests that if I were to lose weight things would be easier for me. Sure my coworkers treat me differently because I am a big girl. Treat me like “one of the guys” because they wouldn’t dare think of me as a person they’d be attracted to. But I can still live my life. I can be a great partner, A great worker and a great friend without my weight being an issue. I love you Carrie 💕 keep up your body positivity videos and I’ll share them every time. 💕💕💕💕
This video came just when I needed it. I have been wanting audition for the school show but have been mortified at the thought of people watching and laughing at me because of my weight. Yet I really want to get up and sing and dance and act...Carrie, you’re a god sent! I love you to bits and thank you for everything you do. It makes me feel so happy to know that you’re talented, happy, inspirational, successful and totally beautiful without being a size 4 (which there is nothing wrong with). You have inspired me and you’re not afraid or ashamed of who you are (which I don’t see why u would be) and by doing that, you give me hope that there are some amazing people (like yourself) in the world. Thank you xx
I really need these type of videos, now more than ever as Ive been struggling with my body image for the past year and a bit and have caused some unnecessary worry to many people close to me! However I'm trying my hardest to chnage, one small step at a time and these videos are extremely inspirational and they have helped me so much so THANK YOU CARRIE!!!!
GIRL YES! that is what i figured out for myself in the past year. i literally wanna hug you right now :D such a powerful and amazing message :))
Thank you Carrie I really needed to hear this! Sending you healing and thankful prayers :D
Love these kinds of videos, I think it’s because even though I try to say these things to myself I can’t drown out the little voice in my head that says things like ‘you’re fat’ and ‘you’re not good enough’. Thank you for being the voice of positivity Carrie
Love you Carrie xx ur such an inspiration ❤️
Don’t stop these types of videos they are great and we need to be more comfortable with them
This is so straight-forward and I am very grateful for it.
LOVE you talking about body image and positivity. It is just what I need to hear so thank you
I like anything you talk about, Carrie. Body image isn't my favorite topic to watch because I simply don't relate to it like the other viewers (I got past my insecurities already). Also it's not my favorite because my favorite topic you discuss is BY FAR writing (like that writing q&a was SUPER BOMB). But I don't want to downplay body image discussions because it is a very important topic to have a conversation about with so many young, beautiful people struggling with those issues. Thank you for pointing out the positive aspect of things like "you don't have to be thin to be successful." It's reminders like those that young and old people today need to hear. Love you lots!
Carrie, I completely agree. We need more body positivity in the world. Everyone is beautiful
In other news, I bought my first CHF merch, and I'm wearing it( the red shirt with white polka dots) for the first time, and it is beautiful! I love it!
Thank you for this chat, I really needed this reminder. It is so easy to get caught up in the mind set that if I achieve some ideal body shape I have imagined in my mind, then I will be brave enough to try the things I want, or happier, like you said. But I have been really trying to work on accepting myself the way am now, and not only just accepting myself but also embracing myself right now. With all the things I see as flaws, I try to remember that just because I see myself that way sometimes doesn’t mean that is how the rest of the world sees me. Changing your body image can be a long process but I really appreciate your positive messages! Thank you!
Love,
A Hopeful :)
I would like to thank you, I watch these videos on body positivity and accepting the size you are, and knowing that we share a similar size from the last time you shared that information, it is a nice reminder that life doesn't really change when you lose the weight but it also helps me deal with my own confidence and it helps me build on my own mentality. So I am very grateful for it
Personally, I’ve been loving these body positivity videos! As someone who has been through surgery and got the battle scars and has always been curvy, shinning a light on all different body types has had a positive affect on me! As long as these videos make you happy Carrie that’s the most important thing!
These body positivity videos help in more ways than you can imagine. Please keep making them Carrie! So much love and respect for you
Dear Carrie,
Thank you for continuing the conversation about weight loss vs success. For so many years I felt the same way that you have,. "When I get thinner, my relationship will be better...I will be happier..I'll travel more...people will like me more." The list went on and on, but you know what? Some of my happiest years, and most life changing moments were when I was at my biggest weight. I graduated with honors, I found my best friend, I made a group of ever lasting friends, all while I was 220 pounds. Three years later and I might be 40 pounds lighter, but there has been no "miracle change". The person that I was then, is still the person I am now. I have changed only through conversations, life experiences, and looking deep into myself. The weight loss was a side effect of those things. Nothing more, truly.
To anyone that is reading this, who may be thinking this way, that weight loss is the answer. With all the love in the world my dear friend, it is not. Life changes you, the weight loss is an after effect. If you like to workout because it makes you happy then continue to do so, if you absolutely hate it then just do you. As long as you are a kind, open minded person who loves, then you are wonderful in my books :)
Carrie, thank you for so many years of videos, conversations and laughter.
With love from Cochrane, Ontario, Canada
Hillary
PS. I gave your first book to a cab driver a few years back for his daughter. He cried as he skimmed the pages, and wanted me to thank you if I ever got the chance. So thank you
I appreciate you using your voice for this type of thing. People need to hear your message and learn from your spirit.
Carrie it’s so nice to hear someone with a similar mindset on these kinds of topics (ie body confidence etc) talk as openly and as passionately as you do! Keep it up, it’s wonderful ♥️
I'm not thin but I have good mentality, nurturing, caring nature etc and I think its those things that got me the job as an adult care supervisor last week
I LOVE THESE CHATS!!!!!! They make me feel so much more positive!
I definitely struggle with that kind of thinking, thank you for what you said Carrie!
Words can’t describe how much it means to me that you speak about body positivity. It’s always been and will always be my greatest struggle, and since the age of 5 I have had the mentality that if I’m thinner I’ll be more successful/more well liked/I’ll miraculously become funnier and the life of the party - but in my heart I know that’s not the complete truth.
I’m currently dealing with the fact that I’ve never been kissed, which is something I never thought I’d care about until recently. I’ve been here thinking that if I’m thinner I’ll be prettier and then someone will finally want to kiss me, but that’s not true. This video reminded me of that. Thank you so much, I’ll never be able to find the right words to string together to say thank you. This means so much Carrie. So many people need to hear it.
Thanks babe I needed that!!! As a single mum, I sometimes feel like oh if I lost weight or bought “that” it would help finding love again, but then I look at my amazing daughter and realise that’s my love right there. And if the right guy comes along he will love me as I am, wobbly bits and all!!! Besides, I rock!! Lol ;)
Everyone is beautiful and has the potential to do amazing things!! Don't let the little things get you down ❤
Thank you so much for this! I really needed it!
Sending loads of healing vibes to you Carrie! Thank you for making this video! xx
I very much used to feel this way, but not just thin, it was everything, when I get that car, this will happen, when I sort my depression out that will happen. It was actually a quote that made me think about this and re-evaluate: Happiness is not a destination. It is a mood, it is not permanent. It comes and goes and if people thought that way then maybe people would find happiness more often.
Thanks for being amazing and such an inspiration
One of my friends has just died a university and your vlog has given me a ray of hope in this bleak time. Your voice is so beautiful ❤️ please never stop x
I love you talking about body image. I am forever criticising the way I look and feeling bad about myself for eating and snacking so I love to have the reminder that my size has no impact on my worth or my self! I hope your hand and back feel a bit better soon!
I've had this mentality throughout my entire life. I still have it now, every now and then. Its like just because I'm fat, I'm not worthy of being happy, or satisfied with myself. It's an incredibly toxic chain of thought. Especially when trying to be a singer, Ive been accepted to several tv shows for singing competitions, and haven't gone to a single one after that first audition because I become terrified of not being enough. I'm tired of living that way, worth comes in so many different ways, and for sure more important ways than just outwards appearence: Integrity, passion, talent, creativity, drive, empathy, understanding, loving... Why dont we prioritize these qualities instead of our fat? It becomes like second nature, and thats why its so dangerous. I'm trying to change that mentality, one step at a time. You dont deserve to beat yourself up for something thats really not that important. Be happy, value what really matters. Glad that these talks are back, Carrie:) xx
Yes!! The more people that talk about body positivity the better. I adore radical body positivity, but I think you offer a gentler (but no less passionate) approach. And honestly some people get scared off by people yelling YOU’RE ALLOWED TO LOVE YOURSELF and WEIGHT DOES NOT EQUAL VALUE, which is probably something to do with their preconceived notions being challenged. But the more you talk about it and normalise a loving relationship with food, exercise and our bodies, the better xxxx
100% agree!!This series has been the best thing about January and is probably one of the things that's helped me get through January.Please do a video of characters you would love to play(realistic and unrealistic) and a video on you favourite musicals.I love your vlogs and chatty videos love you loads Carrie💖💖💖
Your cup of tea reminded me that I had a cup of tea behind me that I'd nearly forgotten about, thank you 😂😂
You are so welcome. No one wants cold tea!
Thank you so much for replying!! Coming to see your concert in March with my fiancé, I really can’t wait!! 😍 xxx
Thank you so, so much for this. Today I’ve been really down on myself - I’m severely chronically sick & at the moment, the medication I’m on and some of my illnesses cause me to gain weight (also the fact that I’m incapable of working out for an extended period of time and my diet is terrible because I can’t eat most things). I saw how much I weighed today and came home and cried.
This entire video was needed so much. I’m so appreciative of this video and of you. Sending healing hugs & vibes to your back and hand! 🧡
I needed this talk today. Thank you Carrie.
I'm gratefull for videos like these, we need more people talking about body shaming on social media. We are sorrunded by pictures, adverticings, youtubers, bloggers, influencers, etc, that unconsciously (and sometimes consciously) show us that being thinner would make your life happier. All these beautiful girls on instagram with their perfect abs taking pictures in the gym, o eating a letucce salad, with a comment below saying something like "this is life". They're just lying to people. And personally, It's so comforting when people like you put a stop at all these. We need people to realice that life is not based in how much did you eat that day, your weight, your waist or anything like that. We need to show them that your body shape DOES NOT DEFINE YOU.
Thanks Carrie for these beautiful message that we all should share xx.
Yes, I am so glad you talk about this.
Thank you so much. I love you body positivity videos. They help me and my mental health a lot. It's something I'm currently working on.
It is always good to hear people to talk about body confidence. This is something I have to work on everyday. I am 38 years old and have been up and down in size from a size 14 to a 26 plus. I have to say whatever size I have been I have never felt happy in myself and that is sad. If I could go back to my 18 year old self I would give myself a stern taking to life is too short. In saying that I have done things at all weights I have travelled the world. Met some amazing people and I help people in my job and that is the best feeling. The message that you can be whoever you want to be needs to be carried to everyone. Enjoy who you are and the amazing opportunities we get in whatever way they come.
you do you boo
Honestly you bring me so much hope
I love your videos regarding body image so much because as someone who struggles with their weight and appearance they make me feel so empowered and each video like this makes me feel like Im worth something more than my weight (like you said in this video) so thank you Carrie! ❤️❤️
I have a bad back on and off too. My physio said one can relieve it by building up the core muscles as it takes away some of the pressure. I lean over a lot because I'm an illustrator so muscles shorten etc hope this helps!
Carrie, you have eloquently explained such an important message! As a teenager starting recovery from an ED, I can vouch that being thinner doesn’t mean that your life will fall into place. In fact, until recently I would say my life was falling apart - nourishing your body and not punishing it actually will help you, both creatively and mentally - it’s just that we are living in a warped world which states that people (with a particular emphasis on women) will be sexier, more attractive and more successful if they are thinner. Please just be yourself and enjoy yourself - don’t waste time hurting yourself (be your own friend) x