Society puts enormous pressure on women – especially young women – to exude a strong attitude of courage and self-confidence. But how can we realistically achieve such goals when it is much easier to get caught up in doubt and insecurity? Below, I’ll share several methods for letting go of self-doubt so that it becomes … Continue reading How to build self-confidence as a young woman
In the world of fashion, there are always trends that encourage us to express our individuality and celebrate our bodies. One of these trends that has gained popularity in recent years is bodysuits. These tight-fitting one-piece suits not only have the potential to enhance our style but also to boost our body confidence. In this … Continue reading Bodysuits and Body Awareness: The Power of Self-expression
The Representation of Female Sexuality in Pop Culture When it comes to female sexuality in pop culture, the portrayal is often skewed toward the male gaze. From movies to music videos, women are often objectified and reduced to sexual objects meant for male pleasure. However, it’s worth looking beyond the surface and taking an analysis … Continue reading The representation of female sexuality in popular culture: a feminist analysis
A Feminist Perspective As a feminist writer, I have often heard the argument that nudity and eroticism are interchangeable terms. This notion infuriates me because it completely disregards the female body and reduces it to mere sexual objectification. In this blog post, I will discuss the difference between nudity and eroticism from a feminist perspective. … Continue reading Nudity vs. Erotica
Similar to the FEMEN activists, the members of the “Free the Nipple” campaign often use their naked torsos as banners. Yet their goals are not nearly as diverse. Nor have they chosen the entire patriarchy as their adversary, but are working on one question: “Why are men allowed to show their naked torsos in public … Continue reading NAKED IN PUBLIC 3: Free the Nipple Campaign
On March 11, 2013, Tunisian Amina Sbouï published a bare-chested self-portrait on her Facebook page. “My body belongs to me and is not the source of anyone’s honor,” she had written on her naked torso. In doing so, she sparked a furious controversy in Islamic-led Tunisia. She received death threats. A Salafist preacher publicly called … Continue reading Naked in Public 2: Nakedness as a form of protest (FEMEN)
In the sorority folder we got when we moved into the villa, there are three pages of justifications for barefoot running alone, divided into medical, aesthetic and spiritual arguments. Barefoot running is supposed to increase one’s energy level, provide for faster muscle regeneration, alleviate menstrual problems, and so on. We have to memorize it all. … Continue reading Barefoot culture
Until the advent of the bikini, showing the navel was taboo for women in the Western world. In Hollywood, the “Hays Code” of 1934 stipulated that no navel could be seen in films. And even today, some fathers get a rash when their pubescent daughters want to go to school belly-free. Like all body parts … Continue reading The shadowy existence of the belly button
Once again Harvestehude, the Hamburg district where the Gamma Xi Delta Sorority’s villa is located, is the talk of the town. About five hundred young people had arranged to party there on the Alster meadows – the same place where Nina danced naked in the moonlight some month ago (see Trust Walk). The background of … Continue reading Hamburg police break up large party at the Alster
In the meantime, the English translation of my story “Monica’s Basement” is also available. In this translation I have revised, expanded and rearranged the original text. I also gave it a new cover, because the old one was not very expressive. The old cover did not make it clear what the story was about at … Continue reading Sandra Manther: Monica’s Basement
