Defining Beauty; Defining Me
My name is Meschida. I am a woman with physical insecurities and I embrace being perfectly flawed. I cannot write about being fat,...
Light Breaking Through
Sometimes, I feel invisible. Nothing I do seems to grab anyone's attention. It’s typical “middle child syndrome.” Deep down, I really...
Daily Struggle
I do not look like someone who has battled an eating disorder, which is exactly why I feel it’s necessary to share my story. I’ve always...
Traditions and Closeness
My relationship with food is a long, almost comedic-like one. Something like a “Big Fat Italian Wedding” or “Maria & Tony’s.” You see, I...
Sexy Self Love
For years women have received the message that in order to draw positive people and experiences into one’s life, “You just need to love...
It Was Me Who Needed to Catch Up
I love my body. I used to hate it. I love food. I used to battle with it at every meal. I said things to my body that I am completely...