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Redefining Beauty: Stars Paving the Way for a New Era of Self-Confidence


How stars like Selena Gomez and Ilona Maher are changing the conversation when it comes to body
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According to the online styling service, “45 percent of people experience added stress when navigating a significant size change.” And when it comes to picking out an outfit, the expert is on board with Rihanna: “I believe clothes are not for hiding; they’re for self-expression!” The actress, 49, has long valued exercise for its mental health benefits, calling it a “part of [her] life.” The Desperate Housewives alum’s passion began during her college days at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, where she led aerobics classes and studied kinesiology, a science that focuses on human movement while examining the mind-body connection. “[But] for a lot of us, that’s the size we’re supposed to be, and I think we have to come to terms with that.” The athlete continues to disrupt unfair standards and stereotypes in her male-driven sport, whether by rocking her signature red lip on the field or challenging weight comparisons.

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