She is a staunch body confidence advocate.
And Malin Andersson was again lobbying for her followers to feel good as she took to Instagram on Thursday to share a lingerie-clad snap.
The Love Island star, 27, revealed that she had undressed and noticed lines from her jeans but felt no need to be upset by what her tight jeans created.
Happy days: Malin Andersson was again lobbying for her followers to feel good as she took to Instagram on Thursday to share a lingerie-clad snap
Posing in a grey sports bra and lingerie with Babe Club written around the waistband, Malin was the image of confidence.
She added the caption: ‘It’s a funny thing, our bodies. I got in from my walk, stripped for the shower and I was like oh hey. My belly wearing these tight trousers didn’t seem to like that. But it’s normal. So why don’t I like that??…
‘Our brains are funny. I used to hate wearing TIGHT clothing, it would cause bumps, lumps, marks.. jeans were the worst. God, a literal fight with getting my jeans on each day. Belly hanging over the top. Button marks…
‘But that’s all silly. Let go of that nasty voice in your head. Let go of the attachments of being perfect. Let go of the negative thought process that got built into you from young…
Impassioned: She shared a lengthy caption with her followers
‘I fully know it isn’t easy to undo years of pressure – but I’m here to tell you it is DOABLE. We are all BABES. Beautiful babes at that. Link to these badass knickers are in my story.’
Earlier this week, Malin discussed the horrific impact of domestic abuse.
She has spoken candidly in the past about her abusive relationship and has now revealed she would ‘forget’ being hit by her ex.
In a frank discussion, she told OK! Magazine: ‘The psychological impact is horrible. There are triggers to this day. You feel a lot of guilt and anger with yourself for letting it happen to you, even though you are not to blame.
Pain: Earlier this week, Malin discussed the horrific impact of domestic abuse
In October, Malin first lifted the lid on her devastating former relationship and shared images of her bruised and battered frame at the hands of a former flame – however she has never named which ex committed the abuse.
In her latest chat, she said: ‘Domestic violence is rife – I’ve heard it’s the worst it has ever been right now. But it’s always been a thing and it’s not been picked up enough’.
She went on: ‘The perpetrator makes it feel like it’s your fault. All of this gave me feelings of helplessness, anxiety, depression, shame and worry….
‘I never felt like I had a home because I was always getting kicked out. I’d have nowhere to go. I had a lot of fear of being alone, which is why I stayed with him. He’d beat me up and the next day I’d forget it because I wanted to be with him.’
Hurt: She has spoken candidly in the past about her abusive relationship and has now revealed she would ‘forget’ being hit by her ex
‘Still a bit raw for me’: In October, Malin first lifted the lid on her devastating former relationship and shared images of her bruised and battered frame at the hands of a former flame – however she has never named which ex committed the abuse
In October, Malin shared a shocking picture of her heavily bruised arm in a bid to educate people about the dangers of domestic violence.
She took to Instagram with the harrowing snap in which she admitted that her experience with domestic violence was ‘still a bit raw for her.’
Malin, who hasn’t revealed who caused the injury to her arm, went on to list a number of traits and warning signs for her followers to raise aware for National Domestic Violence month.
Malin added a lengthy caption: ‘⚠️ *TRIGGER WARNING* ⚠️ So I wanted to share this post with you all as it’s NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH. It’s all a bit raw for me but I wanted to raise awareness for domestic abuse.
Shocker: Malin, who hasn’t revealed who caused the injury to her arm, went on to list a number of traits and warning signs for her followers to raise aware for National Domestic Violence month
‘I just want to post traits and warning signs so you can recognise them before it’s too late. I will open up fully and share my story once I come to terms with it all and I hope you understand.
‘Domestic violence affects millions, both women and men, of every race, religion, culture and status. It’s not just punches and black eyes; it’s yelling, humiliation, stalking, manipulation, coercion, threats and isolation.
‘It’s stealing a paycheck, keeping tabs online, non-stop texting, constant use of the silent treatment, or calling someone stupid so often they believe it.
‘Will open up fully once I come to terms with it’: The former Love Island star admitted that her experience with domestic violence was ‘still a bit raw for her’
Traits of a narcissist: Grandiosity, Lack of empathy, Emotionless, Self perception of being unique, Needing continual admiration, Sense of entitlement, Exploitative of others, Envious of others, Pompous and arrogant demeanour.
‘Very good at acting. Now I will write about FEELINGS when involved in a narcassistic relationship – Feeling not good enough / lack of worth, Self-doubt and second guessing, Chronically apologetic – Confusion and as though you are losing your mind.
‘Helplessness and hopelessness – Sadness and depression – Feelings of anxiousness, shame, worry, – Unsettled, Mental and emotional exhaustion.’
For confidential help and support domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247