I attended Elon University for less than a month before I realized I had rushed into my college education.
We see it every time we turn on our phones, open our laptops or watch television: the “ideal” body. This concept of unattainable beauty has plagued women and men alike for decades, causing an estimated 24 million people in the United States to suffer from disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge eating, according to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD). The majority of those suffering from these disorders are teenagers and young adults, who are far more likely to be swayed by the messages given out by me- dia outlets.
“There is too much sex and violence in television and film.” We have heard the same mantra for years.
It is the oldest sport in the world. It has stood the test of time, seen all the ancient Olympics as well as all 27 modern Games and created just as many memorable success stories as the other great sports.
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