5 body positive crusaders to follow now on Instagram

Growing up plus size in the early 2000s, there was never much body diversity. In fact, there wasn’t anyone I could even relate to in media. This had a significant effect on my self-esteem, but I am happy to share that those days of feeling less than are gone!

It’s 2018 and loving yourself never looked so good. Thanks to social media apps, like Instagram, there’s are platforms that allow men and women to spread the word on body positivity, encouraging people to live their truth. Need a little more self love inspiration on your feed? Click through to see my current five body positive Instagram crusaders to add to your follow list.

For style inspiration follow my instagram @magieplus and blog www.margieplus.com.

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