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Tallulah Willis ‘punished herself’ for looking like her famous father: How she copes with body dysmorphic disorderRasha Ali | USA TODAYon May 19, 2021 at 2:00 pm

Tallulah Willis attends the screening of “Hala” at TCL Chinese 6 Theatres on November 18, 2019 in Hollywood, California.
Tallulah Willis attends the screening of “Hala” at TCL Chinese 6 Theatres on November 18, 2019 in Hollywood, California. | Getty Images

The actress also reminded her followers that body dysmorphic disorder is a valid “psychological pain” not a “stupid, vain issue.” She encouraged them to ask for help if they need it.

Tallulah Willis is opening up about struggling with body dysmorphic disorder and is sharing her advice for others who may be struggling.

In an Instagram post Tuesday, Willis said she used to punish herself for resembling her dad Bruce Willis instead of looking like her mom Demi Moore.

“I resented the resemblance as I believed wholly my ‘masculine’ face was the sole reason for my unlovability — FALSE!” she wrote alongside a series of photos of her and her mom. “I was/am inherently valuable and worthy, at any life stage, at any size, with any hairdo! (As are you).”

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), defined by the Mayo Clinic as “a mental health disorder in which you can’t stop thinking about one or more perceived defects or flaws in your appearance — a flaw that appears minor or can’t be seen by others.”

Willis wrote she’s come to terms with the idea that her face will change with age.

She noted it’s normal for people to want feel confident and look good, but it becomes dangerous when hyper-focusing on appearance “creeps into a deeper, spookier place where it begins to devour your essence bit by bit.”

The actress also reminded her followers that body dysmorphic disorder is a valid “psychological pain” not a “stupid, vain issue.” She encouraged them to ask for help if they need it.

Willis also shared her tips for coping with the disorder:

  • Willis said she puts a “towel mirror over the mirror” or takes mirrors down when she is having a “BDD spiral.”
  • She also takes breaks from social media. “I scroll 9GAG to disassociate instead,” she wrote, referencing the meme-sharing app.
  • She also reads fantasy books. Most recently she enjoyed the “Court of a Thorns and Roses” series “but reach out to (sister) @scoutlaruewillis she always has the good good recommendations.”
  • “Find a safe person, circle, community who you can vocalize the triggering moment/current obsession/spiral,” she suggested.
  • Willis also encouraged her fans to “go for a walk and listen to music.”
  • She also recommended taking a soothing bath “and smear body oil/ lotion all over your tender skin.”
  • The actress has found writing to be a helpful tool as well. “Word vomit EVERYTHING that is gurgling within your mind onto a piece of paper and then tear it up or burn it. Let it flow out of you and no longer take up the precious space in your mind.”
  • Her final tip is to breathe. “Close your eyes. REMEMBER that you are allowed to take things 5 minutes at a time. For as long as you need to.”

Scott M. Granet, a 66-year-old licensed clinical social worker at the OCD-BDD Clinic of Northern California, said body dysmorphic disorder (often also referred to as body dysmorphia) impacts approximately 2% of the population. Having been diagnosed himself, Granet told USA TODAY in March it took him years to discover that he had been struggling with the disorder.

Marla W. Deibler, a licensed psychologist and executive director of The Center for Emotional Health of Greater Philadelphia, said that many people with BDD are convinced of their negative self-perceptions, despite feedback to the contrary.

“BDD may be challenging to recognize in oneself, because insight into the inaccuracy of one’s misperception of their body is often poor,” she said.

Contributing: Jenna Ryu

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2021 NBA Offseason Arrives For The BullsDrew Krieson May 19, 2021 at 1:49 pm

The Chicago Bulls season came and went in the blink of an eye. While we didn’t have enough to get into this year’s NBA playoffs to gain some postseason experience, we’d say it was a positive year overall. The team moved some pieces around while continuing to develop their young guys like Patrick Williams and Coby White. Unfortunately though, they failed to finish the job and will head into the 2021 NBA offseason.

It was nowhere near the outcome we expected for this team. Especially given the acquisition of Nikola Vučević at the NBA trade deadline. Down the stretch of the season, the Bulls faced an uphill battle. They had a tough schedule, some injuries, and All-Star Zach LaVine, missed 11 games due to quarantining for a positive COVID-19 test. It was the right mix of the wrong scenarios for this franchise and its fans, but at the end of the day, this season was more good than bad. And now we have the offseason and 2021 NBA draft to look forward to before next year.

What We Know For The NBA Draft

This year’s NBA draft takes place on Thursday, July 29, 2021. Yes, that’s a long time from now, but for us Chicago Bulls fans, it’s one of the next biggest things coming up in the NBA offseason. As it currently stands, the Bulls have a 20% chance of keeping their first round pick in 2021. If you recall from the NBA trade deadline moves with the Magic, the Bulls gave up this year’s first rounder in the deals. However, the pick stays with us if it turns into a top 4 spot at the Draft Lottery. All we can do is keep our fingers crossed until June 22.

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Approaching the 2021 NBA Offseason

The draft is really the big question mark for us this offseason. It’ll all come down to the lottery in about a month. There is a chance the front office makes deals to secure a first round pick. Arturas Karnisovas made it a point in saying that the Bulls aren’t done with improving the roster. It really leaves anything on the table for the NBA Offseason in 2021. Could Chicago trade away Lauri, White, or even Williams? We like to say there’s no chance at White or Williams leaving, but some fans might not be too heartbroken if management moves Markkanen. It’s sad to say, but of all guys on the current roster, Lauri is most likely to leave by next season. Would a trade involving him mean a new player or draft pick? We can’t really say. But ultimately, it could be what’s best for our future.

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8 Best Places to Get Macarons in Chicagoon May 19, 2021 at 1:42 pm

The tradition of French baking is an illustrious one, and few confections compare to the singularly French treat that is macarons. Made from almonds and characterized by airy meringue and a sweet, delicious filling, some of the best examples of these tasty creations are found right here in Chicago.

1114 W Belmont Ave, Chicago IL 60657

Head to Lakeview for a sweet and delightful treat! Get into light, springy flavors with a box of lemon, raspberry, and pistachio macarons; or, try a package of rich, chocolate ones instead.

1547 N Wells St, Chicago IL 60610

Made with almonds from California, these meringue cookies at La Fournette come in flavors including bourbon vanilla, raspberry chocolate, mango/passion fruit, and more.

2108 N Clark St, Chicago IL 60614

Buy your macarons by the piece, by the box, or even as a tower at Vanille. From floral and fruity flavors—like elderflower blackberry or rose— to richer ones like chocolate or caramel, there’s something for everyone here.

1736 W Division St, Chicago IL 60622

The French bakery “with a modern twist” sells macarons in a variety of packages, making it easy to give these treats as a gift (even if it’s just a gift to yourself). Flavors change with the season, but recent offerings have included hazelnut praline, coconut lime, and balsamic fig.

2564 N Clark St, Chicago IL 60614

Macaron flavors at Maison Parisienne are more traditional, but include all of the classic favorites: salted caramel, pistachio, chocolate, lemon, vanilla, and passion fruit. Stop here for a French café experience, where “the secret ingredient is love.”

1814 Central St, Evanston IL 60201

Beth’s macarons come in just about every flavor combination you can think of. Double down on your commitment to French treats with the creme brulée macaron, or remember your favorite bounty-hunting space dad with the Baby Yoda macaron.

1945 W Wilson Ave, Chicago IL 60640

3129 W Logan Blvd, Chicago IL 60647

With pastries made in Chicago with flour imported from France, La Boulangerie is committed to authentic French baking done locally. Stop by their Wilson Avenue or Logan Boulevard locations to try macarons with flavors like blueberry, lavender, and sea salt caramel.

1403 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago IL 60613

With French pastry training and roots in Georgia, chef Amanda Tommey Terbush’s patisserie specializes in “French-style pastries served with Southern hospitality.” Available flavors change regularly, but recent selections have included raspberry rose, lavender, and lemon curd.

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Chicago Bears: Jalen Ramsey already providing bulletin board materialon May 19, 2021 at 1:00 pm

Chicago Bears (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)
Chicago Bears (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

This coming season, the Chicago Bears will face off against the Los Angeles Rams for the fourth year in a row. Last year, it didn’t exactly go the way Chicago wanted.

The Bears were dominated in every sense by the Rams in late October, as Los Angeles won by a score of 24-10. Chicago didn’t even score an offensive touchdown in this one.

At one point during the game, though, Bears wideout Darnell Mooney looked like he was about to make an enormous play. The Bears were beginning a drive right around their own 5-yard line and nearly went 95 yards in one play. You can see a clip of the play here.

Mooney shook Rams corner Jalen Ramsey and was wide open, sprinting down the outside of the field. Unfortunately, Nick Foles overthrew Mooney by a mile and it fell incomplete. If the pass would have been on target, Mooney scores on a lengthy play.

Chicago Bears fans won’t let Jalen Ramsey forget that play.

Over the last few days, Bears fans have been chirping at Ramsey on social media. They are using the clip of Mooney running past Ramsey to try and get under Ramsey’s skin. Well, it’s safe to say they have done just that, because Ramsey’s recent Instagram story revealed some frustration.

“Can’t wait til week 1 so all these lame a** Bears fans can stfu about they number 2 wr … it’s funny kus they know better too”

Ramsey included a few laughing emojis here and there in his story as well, but you get the point. He is clearly sick of all the talk about that play that never really meant anything in the end, anyways.

The end of that short post obviously insinuates that Bears fans know better than to try and throw Ramsey off his game. After all, he is arguably the best cornerback in the NFL and not a guy you want playing angry.

Nonetheless, it makes for some excellent bulletin board material and motivation for Mooney throughout the summer. Any coach or player will tell you that, once they get the official schedule, they already begin preparing for that Week 1 opponent just a little more than others.

Mooney will have a lot to think on over the summer as he gets ready to take on Ramsey and that vaunted Rams defense in prime time. Who knows, maybe Mooney even has a certain rookie quarterback throwing to him that night?

Seeing Justin Fields start immediately against the Rams could change things drastically, because if Mooney makes a move like that again, Fields makes that throw. There’s no question. Ramsey better be ready, or he could get put on skates once again.

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Yautja perfect their maximalist metal on The LurchLuca Cimarustion May 19, 2021 at 11:00 am


Nashville metal trio Yautja are a great example of how the old adage “less is more” doesn’t always apply. For ten years now, these three dudes—whose band name is also the species name of the fictional extraterrestrial hunters in the Predator franchise—have been throwing everything into their maximalist music, and getting better and better results.…Read More

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14 shot, 2 fatally, in Chicago TuesdaySun-Times Wireon May 19, 2021 at 12:06 pm

Fourteen people were shot, 2 fatally, May 18, 2021 in Chicago.
Fourteen people were shot, 2 fatally, May 18, 2021 in Chicago. | Sun-Times file photo

A 16-year-old boy was shot to death Tuesday in the 3300 block of East 109th Street.

Two people were killed and 12 others wounded in shootings Tuesday in Chicago, including a 16-year-old boy who was shot to death in the East Side neighborhood.

Officers found Leonardo Lee on the front porch of a home in the 3300 block of East 109th Street about 2:55 a.m., Chicago police and the Cook County medical examiner’s office said.

He was unresponsive and had suffered a gunshot wound to the torso. police said. The teen was taken to Trinity Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

A witness told officers they saw a black car leaving the scene immediately after the shooting, according to police. No one was in custody.

On Tuesday night, a 47-year-old man was found shot to death in East Garfield Park.

About 9:35 p.m., officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 3300 block of West Maypole Avenue and found Edward Glen unresponsive on the sidewalk with multiple gunshot wounds throughout his body, police said.

Glen was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said.

Other shootings:

— A woman was shot in the face in a domestic attack Tuesday afternoon in the Humboldt Park neighborhood, police said. The woman, 26, was shot by a man she knew around 2:15 p.m. in the back of a home in the 900 block of North Ridgeway Avenue, according to police. She had gunshot wounds to her face and body, police said. Paramedics took her to Mount Sinai Hospital, where she was listed in critical condition, police and fire officials said.

— A 17-year-old boy was shot Tuesday afternoon in Washington Park on the South Side. About 4:20 p.m., the boy was on a sidewalk in the 5500 block of South Michigan Avenue when a car approached and someone inside began firing, police said. The boy was struck in the foot and transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center in good condition, police said.

— Minutes later, two men were seriously wounded in a shooting in Parkway Gardens on the South Side. The men, both 27, were on the sidewalk in the 6300 block of South King Drive about 4:45 p.m. when a person approached and fired shots at them, police said. Both men were struck in the leg and one was also hit in the chest, police said. They were both taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in serious condition, police said.

— A man was wounded in a shooting on Lake Shore Drive along the Gold Coast. The 24-year-old was stopped at a red light about 11:30 p.m. in the 800 block of North Lake Shore Drive when a white Buick SUV pulled up and people inside began yelling gang slogans, Chicago police said. The people in the Buick began firing as the man drove away, police said. He suffered graze wounds to the head and was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where his condition was fair, police said.

At least seven others were wounded Tuesday in citywide gun violence.

Twelve people were shot, three fatally, Monday in Chicago.

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Mother says ‘final goodbye’ before 13-year-old son is removed from life support and dies, one of the youngest victims of a violent weekendDavid Struetton May 19, 2021 at 12:39 pm

Eric Crawford was gravely wounded in a shooting Sunday in McKinley Park.
Eric Crawford was gravely wounded in a shooting Sunday in McKinley Park. | Facebook

Patricia Deates’s son Eric was pronounced dead Tuesday afternoon, two days after he was shot while riding his bike near his home.

Patricia Deates went to the hospital Tuesday morning prepared to say a “final goodbye” to her 13-year-old son, one of the youngest victims of a violent weekend in Chicago.

“Eric is a wonderful, bright child,” Deates said from her son’s bed at Stroger Hospital.

Within hours, Eric Crawford was dead after being removed from life support, according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office.

He was about to enter eighth grade, and loved to ride his bike and play video games, Deates said. He had two siblings.

Eric was riding his bike when he was shot about four blocks from his home in McKinley Park Sunday morning.

Someone in the back seat of a white SUV opened fire shortly before 8 a.m. in the 3700 block of South Wood Street, a police spokesperson said. He was hit in his head and neck and taken to Stroger, where his condition was described as “grave.”

Chief of Detectives Brendan Deenihan said the shooting may have been a gang retaliation.

“The subject was riding his bike when it looks like a rival gang was following him and targeting him, and shot him and fled the area,” Deenihan said Monday at a news conference on the weekend, the most violent of the year so far.

He did not give details, and the family disputed that Eric was in a gang.

Deates told WGN-TV that Eric was not in a gang, though gang members had been trying to recruit him. “Yes, they have. And I blame them. Every single one of them,” she told the station.

On a GoFundMe page, the family said Eric was “in the wrong place at the wrong time.”

They said Eric was trying to cope with his grandfather having just been taken to the emergency room. ”Eric is a loving, caring child,” they said.

Eric is one of several children caught in gun violence in Chicago in the last week. A 2-year-old girl was shot Friday evening as she sat in the backseat of a car near the Cook County criminal courthouse. Earlier that day, a 14-year-old girl was shot as she stood outside in Englewood. A day earlier, gunfire wounded an 8-year-old boy in Lawndale. Police said he was not the intended target.

The family’s online fundraiser had received over $3,300 by Wednesday morning.

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