![]() It tells me that maybe we are once again putting the music first. The fact that Kate Bush is number one all over the world this year. these incredible women are leading with incredible vocals, song writing, stage presence, personalities. Aussie artists like Tones and I, Delta Goodrem, Jess Mauboy, Sia, Missy Higgins, Amy Shark. MC: Do you think the music industry has changed in terms of inclusivity and what change would you still like to see?ĪS: In some ways, I think the music industry is leading the way. I'm not sure at that moment what specifically motivated me, I just knew it was the right thing to do. I think that day I made the call to not tweak the photo I was about to post on Instagram was the catalyst for change. I mean, when so many kids feel that way, they are already on the backfoot for all of adolescence and beyond. I was 10 when I tried the “Atkins Diet” for the first time. At some point I became aware that I wasn't as small as the other girls and it was drilled into me from every angle that "skinny is better". MC: How would you describe your relationship with your body growing up and what was the catalyst that changed your perception of self.ĪS: I never had the greatest relationship with my body growing up. If we made this "normal" we could truly improve the online experience for our next generations. I want to know who YOU are and what you do in the world-the good and the bad moments. ![]() ![]() Your airbrushed face or thighs are not what I am at all drawn to. I think anyone who shares their life online in an authentic and vulnerable way can be inspiring, however, I wouldn't say it is an act of bravery to show up in the skin you’re in. I am still learning I still have moments when I don’t feel good enough. MC: How do you feel about being told you are ‘inspiring’ or ‘brave’ for embracing body positivity?ĪS: I don't see it that way at all. I don't have an issue with filters that create a beautiful aesthetic or vibe, but I cannot support apps that make you appear skinnier or smoother under the belief that you need to be something you’re not. Some of the face-altering apps are so scary they should be illegal. It opened my eyes as to how much of a negative impact social media and editing apps are having on everyone’s body image. My first “unedited” photo went viral and began the #KissMyFatAss movement. but I do feel an obligation to my followers and fans to let them know they can post just as they are without all the apps. I don't feel that just because I had that moment, that everyone needs to come to that conclusion. I felt so exposed but also it was a very liberating feeling. I struggled with it for quite a while before posting the original photo. Why was this important to you?ĪS: One day I caught myself tweaking a photo which to that point was normal for me. MC: On Instagram, you are transparent about only posting untouched photos of yourself. The song was a shout out to anyone who needs a reminder that they're perfect as they are-we are so much more than our bodies. In a nutshell, it’s a song about my realisation of how so many of us are curating our lives, our faces and our bodies to meet an impossible beauty standard. Maire claire: In 2019 you released the song Kiss My Fat Ass, what was the inspiration behind it?Īmy Sheppard: Kiss My Fat Ass was inspired by the accidental Instagram movement I began, #kissmyfatass.
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