When you look in a magazine, what do you see? A thin model, flaunting clothes that are one size only? Do you see articles that give the term ‘plus-sized’ a negative connotation? We live in a world where multiple body types are not accepted in the life of a woman. Society wants us to be one size only. They want us to be slim and skinny, so that’s what we see all the time in magazines, movies, etc. But, what about those women that are not skinny or petite? Being plus sized or being thicker than average is looked down upon. Living a life as a size 14 or higher is not as easy as it may seem.

The “67 Percent Project” has been created to bring light to the issue of the media only portraying one type of body shape. About 67 percent of all women in the United States are a size 14 or larger. If this is true, then why do we never see plus sized models in magazines? According to Refinery29, plus-sized women make up 2 percent of the images we see. Most magazines make it seem like plus-sized women don’t exist. But, we most certainly do. Why not show plus-sized models in magazines, if most of the female population is ‘plus-sized’? The media should do more to embrace multiple body types. All women are beautiful. However, the media discourages women from loving their body. You should not be ashamed of your body whatsoever. It’s what makes you, you. Plus sized models, especially Ashley Graham have been trying to break the stigma towards plus-sized women. Ashley Graham is one of many voices in this movement. She loves herself, curves and all. Her mentality about her body should be something that all women should have. Being plus-sized should not discourage you from living your life. Be bold. Be beautiful. Live unapologetically, ladies.

If you would like to join the movement, like thousands of women already have, tweet #SeeThe67. Have your voice heard!