The author”S first introduction to society’s obsession with body image came at the age of ten when she was cast to play Penny on Good Times. She was told that she was too heavy and needed to slim down, and the wardrobe department informed I have to tell you ahead of time that I may be a bit biased about this book. Janet Jackson has long been one of my idols, and there isn’t much she could do that I wouldn’t like. With that out of the way, It is no secret that Ms. Jackson has had plenty of body image and weight issues. The tabloids just love to point out the misfortunes of the rich and famous, and the Jackson family has always been one of their favorite families to prey upon. Part memoir and part self-help, True You: A Journey to Finding and Loving Yourself is the Author”S attempt to face these issues in the open and to help others who might have the …show more content…
No matter our skin color, culture, weight or looks, the right music has a way of making us feel better when we’re down or making us feel strong in times of weakness. It tells all of our stories. Janet’s music has touched so many people, teenagers and adults alike (including me), and so many people look up to her. I think it’s wonderful that she took the time to write this book as one more way for people to say, “Look… Janet has insecurities, too. She’s beautiful, talented and successful, but she still has issues just like the rest of us. She’s real. And if she can open up about her insecurities and try to overcome them, then I can, too.” In True You, Janet doesn’t pretend to be something she’s not; she doesn’t claim to be a psychologist with all of the answers. She admits that she still struggles with her body image issues sometimes, but with the help of her friends she is finally learning to love herself no matter what. She writes all of this in the hopes it will help others who are also struggling, and I think it will make a big impact on many people’s