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#Bodypositivity

“Is there a stigma around our outer appearance?”. Yes, there is. For over 10 years I am covering up my tattoos for work occasions, when I have to look “professional”. And I feel that in…

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Men get eating disorders too.

If I say the words “Eating Disorder” to you, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Perhaps it’s the typical media portrayal of a severely underweight white young woman, weirdly always with a tape…

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I want to see change.

I am raising awareness for mental health and stigma for 3 months now. Night shifts with writing and organizing next to my “real” job. 3 months with over 40 blog posts and almost 300k views.…

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Overflowing and Spilled

I am blessed with an overflowing cup, Filled to its brim with life force that fills me: With energy and inquisitiveness Taking me and my ideas forward. While I may doubt my own superpowers, I…

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I will always try.

My first NWO VENI research grant interview 2 years ago failed. I did not get the grant. Being a scientist is not always glamorous & entails failure as well. Failed experiments, rejected papers, rejected grant…

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