by Janelle Simmons | Jan 3, 2020 | The Curvy Doc Blog
It’s a new year, and many of us have a long list of resolutions: lose weight, get more sleep, be nicer to friends and family, etc. It’s great to make these resolutions, but how many of us keep them? According to U.S. News & World Report, 80 percent of...
by Janelle Simmons | Dec 20, 2019 | The Curvy Doc Blog
My wish for you…is to enjoy all life has to offer. You only live once. My wish for you…is to turn every regret into a learning experience. My wish for you…is to realize not everyone is deserving of your time and energy. My wish for you…is to...
by Janelle Simmons | Oct 16, 2019 | The Curvy Doc Blog
Creating a brand isn’t easy. It’s frustrating, actually. For me the most frustrating part is finding a balance between my different ventures. My plan at first was to only pursue modeling. I finally found myself and I LOVE me! I am beautiful inside and out....
by Janelle Simmons | Sep 24, 2019 | The Curvy Doc Blog
A few weeks ago I was in NYC during New York Fashion Week and had the opportunity to attend a couple of events geared towards the plus and fabulous: theCurvycon, which consisted of three days of fun, fashion, and workshops, and Curvy Noire, which consisted of a panel...
by Janelle Simmons | Apr 29, 2019 | The Curvy Doc Blog
Words carry so much weight. How do you feel when you’re insulted? How do you feel when complimented? Your feelings change, don’t they? Self-affirmations, positive statements that assist in the challenging and eventual removal of negative thoughts. are a positive...
by Janelle Simmons | Mar 13, 2019 | The Curvy Doc Blog
A few years ago, I saw the strangest thing while watching reality television. Four women were sitting over some contraption (it looked like a box) discussing what they were doing. What they were doing involved “down below”. Needless to say I became...
by Janelle Simmons | Feb 14, 2019 | The Curvy Doc Blog
Dear J, Happy Valentine’s Day! I wanted to let you know that you’re amazing! You’re not the woman I knew a few years ago. You’re taking risks that many can only dream of. You’re vibrant, determined, and letting the world see what you got!...
by Janelle Simmons | Feb 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
I have a confession…I sometimes struggle with receiving compliments. I receive numerous “you’re cute”, “you’re beautiful”, “you’re pretty”, “you’re gorgeous”, and even though it’s...
by Janelle Simmons | Jan 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
For years, the way I felt about myself (specifically my size) was a hindrance when it came to developing and sustaining intimate relationships. I believed those genuinely interested in me only wanted to be with me out of pity. I believed men felt sorry for me so they...
by Janelle Simmons | Jan 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
I have a confession…I had never heard of the term FUPA until two years ago during a group photo shoot. One of the models mentioned hers; it took me a minute to figure out what she was referring to. Then, after some extensive research I found out that FUPA stands...
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