In the Netflix documentary "Miss Americana," which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, Taylor Swift opens up about her past struggles with an eating disorder. The documentary includes a montage of derogatory commentary about Swift's appearance, and she addresses the impact it had on her body image.
In an interview with Variety, Swift discusses her experience and how difficult it was to talk about body image. She reveals that negative comments about her body, such as looking pregnant or having a perceived imperfection, would trigger her to "starve a little bit."
Swift emphasizes that her relationship with food mirrored the psychology she applied to other aspects of her life, where praise and punishment played a significant role.
Reflecting on an early tabloid headline that suggested she was pregnant at 18, Swift recalls how it affected her perception of her body. The constant scrutiny and comments about her appearance led her to register certain behaviors as punishments or rewards.
In sharing her experience, Swift aims to contribute to the conversation about body image and hopes that her story can resonate with others who may be facing similar struggles.
