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Join My New Book Project: Exploring the Gen X Connection to Dirty Dancing
“Nobody puts Baby in a corner.” 🍉 Do you remember where you were the first time you heard Johnny Castle say those famous six words? If you’re a Gen X woman, you probably do. Maybe you were in a darkened theater in the summer of 1987. Maybe you were at a sleepover a year later,…
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Calling All Women Who Loved “Dirty Dancing!”
Remember that summer… when Dirty Dancing changed everything? I’m Carmen Shea Brown, and I’m embarking on an exciting journey to explore just that! My upcoming book, “Dirty Dancing: My Generation’s Coming-of-Age Story,” will delve into how the film’s magic, lessons, and unforgettable moments resonated with teenage girls in the 80s, subtly shaping their lives as…
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“Growing Pains” Actress Tracey Gold’s Story Still Resonates: A Journey of Healing From Anorexia Nervosa
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the premiere of the classic sitcom “Growing Pains,” and many of us remember all of the media attention that actress Tracey Gold received as she sought treatment for anorexia nervosa toward the end of the show’s run. She is known as the first actress to “go public” with an…
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In Defense of Lettuce…and Dressing!
by Nicky Cosino, Guest Blogger “I only like salad with dressing and by that time there’s so many calories what’s the point?” “Iceberg is the only lettuce I like and since it isn’t that nutritious, I might as well not even eat it.” My reply is normally a dumb stare as I sit across the…
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Is Body Neutrality Just a Trend? A Critical Look
“Have we become so obsessed with the idea of loudly celebrating all bodies that we’ve lost sight of the quiet power and purposeful potential of simply normalising different body shapes and leaving it at that? I guess this brings me to the realisation that this is a journey that society – and brands – are…
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Reinventing Life After 50: A Review of Dr. Kerry Burnight’s Guide
This book just hit the stores today, and as part of the early review team, I was given an advanced copy in exchange for my “open and honest review.” So here goes! Lately I have seen an explosion of books about “the second half of life.” The theme usually revolves around how it isn’t too…
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Stay Informed: Women’s Health in the Digital Age
With the advent of social media and false information taken for truth via the Internet, getting accurate information about the health issues that affect you is more important than ever. Some of this information represents timeless truths, while some includes the latest research findings. I have also included website links and phone numbers that you…
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The Role of Compassion in Supporting Those with Obesity
In a recent class I took, I was asked to answer the question: “Do you think obesity is a disability? Why or why not?” Although I responded that I believe it is, I had to do some research and thoughtful reflection to come to that conclusion. One of my classmates said, “Weight is not always an…
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Understanding Alsana: A Holistic Approach to Eating Disorders
In recognition of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week and Body Appreciation Week, I’m re-sharing my story on Alsana. It is a cutting-edge, holistic residential eating disorder clinic. Since this was originally published, it now has a virtual treatment plan as well. “For the first time in her life, Lindsey Carbo feels free. Over a snack…
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Get Fit in 2025: Real Tips Beyond Quick Fixes
It’s that time again, when we resolve to “lose weight and get in shape…” for good this time. But with medications like Wegovy and Ozempic offering the promise of quick fixes, consumers are often left confused and broke. Read more…