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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Brandi Glanville reveals shocking impact of her disfigured face on her sex life
has revealed she has gone nearly two years without having sex due to her mysterious facial disfigurement completely ravaging her confidence - but she is desperate to break her dry spell. The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, 52, went public in 2023 that she has been suffering from an unknown illness which has caused significant changes to her face. Since then, mom-of-two Brandi has been desperately searching for a concrete diagnosis as the illness continues to baffle doctors, but all the while she has unwillingly pushed sex to the side and her confidence has continued to plummet. Speaking to pornographic actress Alexis Texas on the Private talk with Alexis Texas podcast, Brandi said she has been celibate since her health woes first began - but 'not by choice.' She added that she is eager to make use of her remaining few years of 'looking hot,' but admitted that her facial issues have thrown a spanner in the works. 'I have two years of looking hot left,' she said in a preview of the episode, which has been exclusively shared with 'This is not hot.' 'This is the most insecure I've ever been in my life,' Brandi continued. 'I isolate, I don't wanna leave the house. 'The last thing I'm thinking about is like having someone look at my face.' While she wants to get her groove back, Brandi is not feeling like herself. 'I'm feeling really insecure about my face,' she shared, but added: 'I need human touch.' Brandi has spent over $100,000 seeking treatment for her mysterious health condition, which she believes has been caused by a facial parasite. She has been open about her ongoing struggle and has been frequently hospitalized too. After various medical appointments, multiple physicians have told the reality star she could be suffering from a 'parasite that jumps around [her] face.' According to the Mayo Clinic, angioedema is a reaction similar to hives that causes swelling in the deeper layers of skin, often around the face and lips. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow – who is married to Real Housewives Of Orange County star Heather Dubrow — said he was 'concerned' that Brandi could be suffering from either an 'infectious process' or a 'foreign-body reaction to something she's had injected.' Dr. Terry also clarified that Brandi isn't at 'fault' for not being certain about what is plaguing her, and he instead blamed her doctor for not having a solid diagnosis and treatment plan. However, he seemed fairly certain that whatever was going on with her is 'not a parasite' and is 'not from something she ate.'
News.com.au
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Star, 27, stuns in ‘ultra-short' mini dress
BOUF products are priced between $29.95 and $39.95. Picture: Supplied Clinton had been testing the products for 5 months before BOUF was released for general sale in Priceline. Picture: Instagram/IndyClinton The working mums got to glam up for the event with a blowdry using the BOUF products before the event. Picture: Supplied Guests ate a Mexican-style feast and sipped on cocktails. Picture: Supplied 'The nicest part of my transformation is how I feel. Even my nose job didn't give me the same confidence boost that my hair regrowth has. After struggling for so many years, I just feel like myself," Clinton told Attendees were also gifted the products to take home. Picture: Instagram/EmDavies The 'proprietary blend of botanicals' in the BOUF products took a team of hair microbiologists in Japan 7 years to perfect. Picture Supplied Clearly, everyone had a whole lot of fun. Picture: Instagram/IndyClinton
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
This shaping dress looked too good to be true - so my mom and I put it to the test (spoiler: I'm buying it in every color)
As a woman in my late 20s, I'm always struggling to find a dress that's both chic, a little bit sexy, and saves me from having to suck in every time someone takes out their camera to snap my picture. I've tried countless dresses and companies, and while there are a couple staples in my wardrobe, none fit me as perfectly as the body-fitting shaping dress from Miraclesuit — yes, the viral brand known for the Miraclesuit (their shaping bathing suits). Regi Shaping Dress (Crimson Red) 15% off This gorgeous slimming dress gives you an hourglass figure and features tummy control. It's breathable, doesn't slip up, and is built for women of all ages and sizes. Right now you can snag 15 percent off your order with code MAY15. Shop It was surprising, and a little bit unbelievable at first, and so I had to have my mom try the brand as well. My lovely mother shies away from wearing anything tight-fitting as she's afraid it won't suit her frame. She was very hesitant at first, but when I told her the dress is literally made to make her feel and look confident, she decided to give it a try. A few days ago we both donned our Miraclesuit shaping dresses and wore them out and about on the town — here's what we thought. First off, this dress is surprisingly easy to put on. Shapewear is most certainly something I don't reach for often, as it's always uncomfortable, rides up, or makes me feel unbelievably warm. My mom and I both slipped on this dress with ease, even though she was very worried after taking a first look at the dress that it wouldn't fit her — spoiler alert, it fit her quite well! Miraclesuit recommends sizing down, so I bought the extra small while my mom purchased the M in the same design. Normally, I fall between an small and an medium while my mom sticks to large-sized dresses usually. The great part about the dress that we both really liked was how the built-in shapewear was comfortable and non-constricting. We could go about our walk to the winery we were visiting, spend hours sitting, use the bathroom, and never have to worry about the dress riding up. In fact, I barely adjusted my dress throughout the day. It truly is great at sculpting too. I felt confident in my dress, and could stand tall without trying to suck in. When I sat down, I had a totally flat stomach, and none of my bloating was visible post-meal. My mom felt the same, complimenting how the dress gave her an hourglass shape and lifted her chest. 'It made me feel 15 years younger. I can't remember the last time I wore a skin-tight dress,' she said. We also both loved that the dress came with a built-in bra. You might still need to wear a bra if your cup size runs high, depending on your comfort level, but I had no problem wearing the dress without a bra all day. It provided the lift and support I needed, without ever looking vulgar. That said, there is enough space to wear a bra comfortably under the dress. It was surprising, too, that it worked well for both our heights. I'm quite tall while my mom is quite petite, but the dress seemed to sit on us both equally. Since the dress is available in four colors (Crimson Red, Black, Serpiente, and Sodalite), we'll definitely want to stock up on all four colors. It's really hard to find a con with the dress. I think the only area where my mom wished there was a little more shaping was the tummy control region, primarily in the lower belly area. But apart from that, the fit really was near perfect. The good part is that even with all the shapewear built in, the dress is still washable and can also be easily spot cleaned if you have a small food stain — like I did. Just definitely make sure to size down when you buy for a snug fit. If you want something that's a little less shapewear, and a more relaxed fit, stick to your original size (though I highly recommend sizing down, as trust me, the dress never felt uncomfortable even after a full day of wear). Apart from the Regi Shaping Dress, Miraclesuit has tons of other shaping dress options, as well as their ever-popular shaping bathing suits. So if this is not the style for you, check out the brand's full selection to find your fit.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
12 Things Confident Women Never Apologize For
Beyoncé declared that girls run the world. Kesha loudly declared that she was an woman, and Demi Lovato asked, "What's wrong with being confident?"The answer to that question? Absolutely nothing. Yet, despite the messages of female empowerment out there, women still feel the need to default to saying "I'm sorry" for everything from the weather to raising their hand to offer an idea during a work meeting. What gives?"From a young age, girls are often praised for being polite, agreeable or low-maintenance," explains ., licensed psychologist. "Saying 'I'm sorry' becomes a shortcut for staying safe, preserving peace and softening discomfort—especially in male-dominated environments, family systems where emotions were discouraged, or workplaces that reward compliance over clarity."Dr. McGeehan says sometimes apologies are necessary—beautiful even. Yet, in a plot twist, apologies can also be harmful."Using them as a default weakens your authority, confuses boundaries and slowly erodes self-trust," Dr. McGeehan says. "In short, over-apologizing leads to self-abandonment."Stay unapologetically true to yourself by taking a page from a confident woman's playbook. Dr. McGeehan and other psychologists share 12 things confident women don't apologize Women are often told they're "too emotional" or "too sensitive." However, one psychologist shares that confident women know emotions aren't liabilities or worthy of insults."Emotions are a natural part of being human, not a sign of weakness," says , a psychologist with Veritas Psychology Partners. "A confident woman understands that acknowledging her emotions, whether joy, sadness, anger or fear, is part of her strength."Related: Climbing the career ladder or smashing a PR in a marathon doesn't need disclaimers or apologies."A woman who has set, reached and even surpassed her own goals should never feel the need to apologize or downplay her successes," reports , a psychologist and Hope for Depression Research Foundation media advisor. "It takes talent, hard work and intelligence to achieve, and no woman should feel the need to make herself smaller. Instead, be proud of the accomplishments that were earned."Related: People with kids or grandkids who love Frozen 2 will know that Elsa learned to show herself, in part, by stepping into her power unapologetically. The message isn't a fairytale—it's something real-life confident women own daily."'Power' is not a dirty word, but should be wielded carefully," Dr. MacBride says. "Power is the ability to influence your own life and the world around you. Whether this power comes from her intellect, skills, leadership or charisma, a confident woman should never downplay her strengths to make others comfortable. Apologizing for being powerful only reinforces the idea that a woman's strength is something to be ashamed of, rather than celebrated."Related: You are allowed to exist, even in a crowded room. "Taking up space might look like speaking in a meeting, sharing a success, or simply not shrinking in your body or voice," Dr. McGeehan says. "Apologizing for taking up space signals internalized shame about your presence. A confident woman enters a room like she belongs—not because she's arrogant, but because she has stopped seeking permission and knows that she belongs in every space she is in."Related: Dr. MacBride shares that confident women know their views have value, and that "diverse perspectives drive progress.""She should never feel pressured to conform just to avoid conflict or please others," she emphasizes. "Apologizing for differing opinions suggests that her thoughts or ideas are less important than those of others. Apologizing for this can undermine your own confidence and how seriously others take you. It also prioritizes conflict avoidance rather than asking the group to take seriously an alternative view of the situation." Even confident, empowered women know they are not all-powerful."A confident woman understands that there are things that will happen outside of her control," Dr. McGeehan says. "She knows how to navigate these situations by acknowledging they happened, while taking the appropriate amount of responsibility. She might respond by thanking others for their patience when she arrives late to a meeting."Confident women won't apologize for a subway being late and ruining a colleague's commute, but they will show empathy. In these cases, Dr. McGeehan says the woman might say, 'I'm sorry to hear you are having a hard morning."Related:People Who Never Heard 'I'm Sorry' From Their Parents Often Develop These 10 Traits as Adults, Psychologists Say Dr. McGeehan says apologizing for needs is a big one with women and wishes they weren't."Needs aren't burdens—they're the foundation of honest, mutual connection and they are human," she says. "Confident women know that their needs are not too much—they're information and how to interact with them respectfully." "Self-care is not selfish—it is self-preservation," shares Dr. Jan Miller, Ph.D., licensed psychologist with course, Dr. Miller says it can be hard to see it that way in a society that values productivity as a good moral and slowing down as "lazy.""Women are often made to feel like they must justify and apologize for taking a break," she explains. "The reality is that breaks are equally valuable as producing and doing. In fact, being rested helps us do the things we need and want to do better."Related: While we're talking about rest not being laziness: "You're allowed to move at a sustainable pace," Dr. McGeehan says. "Other people's procrastination is not your emergency, and it is not your job to be available to everyone else at the drop of a hat."However, she says apologizing for not responding immediately makes it sound like you did something wrong, which you did not."Apologizing for not responding instantly reinforces urgency culture and teaches others to expect constant access to you," she explains. "Confident women protect their energy and reply when they're ready and leave it at that."Related: You literally cannot say yes to everything."When women over-apologize for declining requests, they invite negotiation or guilt where none is needed," Dr. McGeehan says. "Confident women say no clearly, not cruelly, and trust that boundaries create clarity—not conflict."When Dr. McGeehan needs to decline something, she kindly communicates the boundary with this line: "Thank you so much for your request. However, my plate is currently as full as I like it, so I'm not moving forward with additional social engagements.'Related: Confident women live, learn and let go."Those past choices allow women to learn and grow," Dr. Goldman points out. "Those past choices resulted in getting to the place they are at in the present day. Therefore, that is not something to apologize for. Instead, [it] can be something that a confident woman can feel [grateful for]."Related: Dr. Miller says women receive messages about what their bodies "should" look like from a young age."Each woman's body is unique and never needs an apology—ever," she shares. "Apologizing for perceived shortcomings in one's body can lead to shame, anxiety, depression and disordered eating."She stresses that accepting your body as is can boost self-love, body confidence and overall Confident women also know when an apology is in order. "There are times when apologies are needed and can be helpful," Dr. Miller says. "The purpose of an apology is to demonstrate insight that you've violated a rule or boundary and, as a result, hurt someone. So, women should apologize when they recognize that they have done something wrong. This allows an opportunity for repair and healing." Dr. McGeehan agrees that it's especially crucial to apologize for crossing someone else's boundary, especially if you knew better. She also shares that confident women often understand that no one—not even they—is perfect, and are willing to 'fess up."It's inevitable that we will cross someone else's boundary at some point because we are human," Dr. McGeehan says. "It's just critical to take accountability when we do. Confident women don't just try to avoid harm—they also take accountability when it happens." Up Next:Dr. Brittany McGeehan, Ph.D., licensed psychologist Dr. Gayle MacBride, Ph.D., LP, a psychologist with Veritas Psychology Partners Dr. Michele Goldman, Ph.D., a psychologist and Hope for Depression Research Foundation media advisor Dr. Jan Miller, Ph.D., licensed psychologist with Thriveworks 12 Things Confident Women Never Apologize For first appeared on Parade on May 28, 2025
CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Kids with hearing loss build connections at Vancouver Island beach day
Students with hearing loss on southern Vancouver Island build confidence and community at an annual beach day in Saanich.
