
The intersection of body positivity and wellness is about moving away from "fixing" the body and toward "nourishing" it.
Historically, "wellness" and "body positivity" were at odds. Wellness was often visually prescriptive (thin, toned, green juices) and focused on correcting "flaws." Body positivity emerged as a radical corrective, insisting that all bodies—regardless of size, ability, or appearance—are worthy of respect.
The intersection of body positivity and wellness is about moving away from "fixing" the body and toward "nourishing" it.
Historically, "wellness" and "body positivity" were at odds. Wellness was often visually prescriptive (thin, toned, green juices) and focused on correcting "flaws." Body positivity emerged as a radical corrective, insisting that all bodies—regardless of size, ability, or appearance—are worthy of respect.