From foot binding in ancient China to contouring on Instagram, women have been taught for centuries that their bodies are problems to be fixed. The underlying message? You are not enough as you are. But what if we questioned where that message came from? This blog uncovers how global beauty standards were built on shame, fear, and control — and how marketing, media, and history have shaped the way we see ourselves.

Communication, even in the best of circumstances, is complex. Add in barriers like mistrust or past hurt, and it can feel impossible...