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What does it mean?
She advocates for visibility and acceptance of the body rather than covering it.
In plain terms
Bodies should be visible.
What can you take from it?
Embrace physical openness.

Where it applies

  • body positivity
  • fashion decisions

Putting it to work

  • challenge modesty norms
  • embrace natural form

Questions to consider

  • When is modesty necessary?
  • How do you view your body?

Another view

It ignores contexts where privacy is important.

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