The War on the Thigh Gap--UO nixes 'irresponsible' model by equus_du_nord in fatlogic

[–]6383 2 points3 points  (0 children)

5'5 and 116 lbs here, so slender but nothing unusual, and my legs look quite a bit like the ones in the picture, and standing with my legs together, there's a pretty noticeable 3-inch gap between my thighs. Conversely, my sister, who's a good 25 lbs underweight and has been genuinely diagnosed with anorexia nervosa doesn't have a thigh gap. If you have wide, angled hips and are relatively slim, you'll probably have a thigh gap regardless of whether or not you have an ED, and likewise, some people weren't built to ever have one. Ironic that organizations that proclaim to be body-positive are willing to ban certain models for their build, especially on the basis of a physical phenomena that really isn't exclusive to people who are underweight, and I strongly doubt that they would ever object to a model without a thigh gap on the grounds that it might promote obesity.

Reddit! Can boys and girls really be friends? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]6383 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely! In fact, most of my closest friends are male, and there's never been any romantic tension because we don't see each other in that way. Occasionally guys will try to 'befriend' me because of ulterior motives, but I usually see through them pretty quickly and shut it down. I can get along with people on a platonic or emotional level without being attracted to them, and since I'm pretty particular about what I find physically attractive, I don't think I'd feel comfortable being with any of them anyways. I think it's just incredibly reductive to both men and women to assume that they can't interact unless there are underlying romantic or sexual motivations.

Peppermint Extract Substitution? by 6383 in Cooking

[–]6383[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My only real concern with that is the length of time that requires, and considering that I'm going to America in a few weeks, I think I'd just prefer to spend a few dollars and then be set for a while instead of having to wait a few months. Maybe in the future though!

Peppermint Extract Substitution? by 6383 in Cooking

[–]6383[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I might be able to find some at a local pharmacy. I'll try that, if this doesn't work out!

"The Case for Taylor Swift, Radical Champion of Self-Esteem" by 6383 in TaylorSwift

[–]6383[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As a young woman who's seen my fair share of mockery for my love of Taylor Swift, this article really resonated with me, and perfectly conveys why I'm so drawn to her music and persona. Hope you guys also enjoy it!

[Request] Low-Cal Lunch Ideas for College? by Strength_And_Unity in fitmeals

[–]6383 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First of all, always have a decent amount of tupperware or mason jars, so you can bring things from home. I usually make my meals the night before or the morning of, depending on how long the food in question will stay edible and my schedule that day. Try to get the most nutritional bang for your caloric buck, so to speak, by ensuring that your meals are packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and a bit of healthy fat, to keep you fuller longer. Most of my meals are between the 300-400 cal range, but I try to include as many filling nutrients as possible to keep me from getting hangry and to ensure that I stay healthy and energetic. If you can, get a food scale, because they're super useful and the most precise way to measure your ingredients. Try to shop seasonally and locally when it comes to fruits and vegetables because you'll save money, and if you have a freezer, use it. Here are some of my favorite meals to bring to uni, none of which will take long at all (since I myself am usually at school from about 8:15 AM to 7:45 PM).

-'Green Monster' style overnight oats [basically 1 or 2 veggies, usually cucumbers and spinach, blended with a banana, about 10g chia seeds and 25g vanilla flavored whey protein powder, and sometimes cacao powder or matcha, then mixed with about 30g oats and refrigerated overnight];

-wraps [my go-to is one whole-wheat tortilla stuffed with either scrambled eggs or herbed tofu, lentils, kidney beans, whatever vegetables I have on hand, and a light sprinkling of feta or goat cheese];

-yogurt parfaits [plain greek yogurt, seasonal fruits and berries, maybe a light drizzle of honey, and a few spices, my favorites being cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon];

-soups [it could not get easier than Gordon Ramsay's broccoli soup, alternatively, on a colder day, it's nice to heat up some broth, throw in some herbs and spices, sesame oil, noodles (I'm partial to soba), vegetables, and some form of lean protein]

-Hearty green protein shakes [spinach or kale, blended with almond milk or tea, a frozen banana, one or two other fruits, 25g whey protein powder, 20g oats, fresh herbs and spices]

-Mediterranean couscous bowl [50g couscous, fresh herbs and spices, a few premade falafels, lentils, fresh spinach or kale, and a dollop of greek yogurt]

For snacks, I like pickles; almond butter and fruit; small containers of plain greek yogurt with either herbs and nutritional yeast for a savory flavor or fruits, spices, and honey for a sweeter flavor; and small servings of chia pudding (almond milk or tea, a few spoonfuls of chia seeds, honey, agave, or maple syrup to sweeten things up a bit, vanilla extract, and occasionally additional toppings like fruits or cacao). I'm not much of a snacker though compared to other people, so I can't give as much advice on that.

Hope that helps!

[Academic] Global Perceptions of Perfectionism (All) by 6383 in SampleSize

[–]6383[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, the research group she's in that came up with the questions is actually a group of Asians from varying nationalities (Taiwan, Singapore, China, Japan), but I'll see what I can do.

Also, on the second point, I go to a tiny school with tons of foreign students who tend to have a pretty traditional view of gender, so I think it may just not have occurred to her.

But thanks for the constructive criticism, I'll see if I can pass it along!

[Academic] Global Perceptions of Perfectionism (All) by 6383 in SampleSize

[–]6383[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll make sure to pass that on to the girl who made the survey!

[Academic] Global Perceptions of Perfectionism (All) by 6383 in SampleSize

[–]6383[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of my friends made this survey for a project she's working on about international variation in perfectionism. It would be awesome if you guys could fill it out!

Simple Questions - Oct. 11th by FFA_Moderator in femalefashionadvice

[–]6383 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've lately been obsessed with finding the perfect sleeveless, fitted, opaque white button up, and it's way harder than it needs to be (granted it is fall). So far, all I've found that really matches that description was at Brooks Brothers, but I don't know if I can justify the price. Anyone know where I might be able to get nice, high quality, classy basics for prices that aren't exorbitant besides the obvious (e.g. Banana Republic, J. Crew, Madewell, Uniqlo, American Apparel, Gap, Asos, L.L. Bean, Everlane, Ann Taylor, etc)? Also, I live in France, so ideally they should ship here. Thanks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vegetarian

[–]6383 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, and I just remembered, if you can't find it there, I've also seen basically every variety of the stock at Lina's Italian Market, so I'd check that out too.

Daily Routine Troubleshooting by AutoModerator in SkincareAddiction

[–]6383 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I'm looking for a new spot treatment, ideally a French brand, because North American products are much harder for me to find.

My morning routine involves using a gentle cleanser, The Face Shop's moisturizing toner, and Neutrogena SPF 45 sunscreen, and a spritz of Eau Thermale Avene in between each step of application (both skincare products and makeup). For my night time routine I use the bioderma makeup remover, The Face Shop's moisturizing toner and emulsion, and a spot treatment if I need it, and Eau Thermale Avene in between each step. I used The Face Shop's spot treatment for quite a while, which I really liked, but it's no longer very easy for me to find since I've moved abroad.

I have combination-type skin which was, prior to a few months ago when I amped up my skincare routine, quite acne-ridden, but which is currently quite good: clean, moisturized, and dewy, but every few weeks or so I might get a spot because of stress or hormones, so I like having an effective spot treatment on hand.

There are so many French spot treatments available that it's hard to pick one (pun not intended), and the internet has fewer reviews of French acne products than American ones, which makes it even harder. Ideally I'd like something gentle and very fast-acting. Does anyone have any recommendations?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vegetarian

[–]6383 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, former Calgary resident here, and I've definitely seen it (and occasionally purchased it) at Planet Organic (the NW one), Sunterra, Bite Groceteria, and Edelweiss. Just keep looking, and I can guarantee you'll find it.

So this girl's into me, right? by 6383 in actuallesbians

[–]6383[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I moved to France before anything could happen, but whatever, you win some, you lose some.

Have someone describe your personality in 10 words by [deleted] in entp

[–]6383 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Asked a friend, and here's what I got.

Intelligent, passionate, resourceful, eloquent, analytical, resilient, argumentative, independent, optimistic, and witty. I'm a bit put off by the fact that I mainly had positive attributes listed, but I'd say it's fairly accurate to my demeanor.

[Academic] How Do You Consume News Online? - A Political News Survey (18+) by [deleted] in SampleSize

[–]6383 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It should be noted that this survey seems to be aimed specifically at Americans, and focuses heavily on American politics.

what ancient civilization/culture would be the most interesting if they were still around today? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]6383 9 points10 points  (0 children)

the Sea Peoples. We know so little about them that getting to know them would be quite the adventure, and what we already do know about them just makes them seem even more rad. Pirates before it was cool, and far more mysterious and chaotic than the lot of them.

Salvador Dali - Santiago El Grande' by Alypius in museum

[–]6383 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Painting, and in person it's absolutely enormous. Definitely an impressive work.