Matt Joseph Diaz

I was definitely what you might consider a “late bloomer.” When I was younger, I was exceedingly shy around women and insecure about my weight, and I put no effort into my appearance whatsoever. I didn’t have a decent haircut until 2013, and even that’s debatable.

"Don't boo, vote." — President Obama, but also Matt Joseph Diaz. Rock the vote this year and set some changes in motion!

This week on #MondayMotivation With Matt Joseph Diaz, mental health. Matt talks about binge eating disorder.

This week, Matt kicks off our Conversation series on coming out with his own story.

It's time for #MondayMotivation with Matt Joseph Diaz. Today Matt is talking about vulnerability. 

I promise you, people living with depression are acutely aware that things probably aren’t as bad as they could be.

It’s pretty easy to see why people would want to rebel against [our current standard of beauty] — it’s unattainable, and even for those who manage to reach something close to it, it’s often unsustainable. However, in rebelling against the oppressive system, we run into situations where people denigrate others who happen to more closely fit the description of what we recognize as the ideal.

Of course, summertime also seems to come hand-in-hand with partial nudity. Wearing next to nothing out in public is just as important a part of summer as barbecues and trips to the beach. That is, unless you’re anything outside the socially acceptable body types. Then it suddenly becomes an opportunity for people to dole out their own specific kind of “fashion justice.”

"There is always someone who loves you. There is always someone who cares."

This week, Matt addresses everyone out there with a lady as their partner. Which is a lot of us, so listen up.