CUUP interviewed Neada Deters, founder of LESSE, in January 2020, before the words ‘ritual’ and ‘self-care’ had become intertwined with ‘social-distancing.’ Two months later, Neada’s gentle advice for creating ritual is more relevant than ever. Less really is more.
Julia Reiss, writer & humorist living in Paris, is done suffering when it comes to nutrition and beauty. Drawing upon a European sensibility, she encourages us all to get rid of the guilt and make self-care sacred.
Actress Zosia Mamet reflects on the power of entertainment to make us feel connected, the trouble with Hollywood’s definition of ‘sexy,’ and the ways we can all host more honest conversations about body image & the female experience.
Matisse Andrews, curve model & makeup artist, gets honest about mental health, generational trauma, self-judgement, and our generation’s responsibility to keep talking about all of these things.
Sinikiwe Dhliwayo, creative producer and founder of Naaya, explores the privilege of manifestation, gaps of access in the wellness industry, and the need to redefine ‘well-being’ as our collective responsibility.
Plantable founder & CEO, Dr. Nadja Pinnavaia reflects on her personal cancer journey through family loss and preventive surgeries – and how she maintained her sensuality & strength along the way.
Model and Communications Assistant at Ganni, Imani Randolph reflects on the consequences of sizing standards, her optimism about a changing industry, and the way that knowing her true size lets her know her true self better.
