I am not afraid of who I am. I want people to see that I am overweight. I do not think it is healthy. That is why I am going to the gym. But for now I want to show my true colors!
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You raise an important point.  Perhaps they want to spare you the abuse you would undoubtedly receive, given the average age and IQ of yahoo.answer users/abusers.\n\nWhy not download your photo and use it as your avatar?  Wear it proudly.
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That is great that you feel good about yourself, but saying this on here will only bring out the worse in people..Good Luck..Janie
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I am jealous of those people who know what they want to do with their lives and they go out and do it.  I am not jealous of anyone in particular b/c I like who I am, can't change what God made and I have things about myself that I find fascinating.  Honestly, when people are jealous of others, sorry to be so cliche, but it really does say something about how one feels about themselves.  The reason I say that is that if you were happy with yourself & had come to appreciate yourself, (flaws and all, and we all have them), then you wouldn't care so much & put so much emphasis on others & what they have that you don't.  If there is something you want to change, then go change it.  But don't model who you are after other people b/c you'll only disappoint yourself.  You can't be someone else so why not enjoy who you are.  God doesn't make mistakes so don't think of yourself as one.
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I think sometimes it can be difficult for people who carry some more weight than you to understand why you are thinner. There seems to be a lot of tasty food around now so mabye some just don't understand this. I suppose it comes down to a kind of jealousy thing.
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I've wondered the same thing myself recently. But I've concluded that you can never really know who you are, because you're constantly changing and growing. So you shouldn't expect other people to understand you either, because you're different so much. Keep on writing though, you'll be happy to be able to look back.
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Silly to change who you are out of fear for how another might react to it!!!\n\nIf you really wanted to know, you should have asked.\n\nSome folks are more sensitive to feeling like they are being victimized or made fun of but that is really their problem so long as you are respectful and sincere!
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i don't think anyone is 100% happy with themselves. I think i'm fat, even though i'm really not. don't worry, i'm sure everyone thinks they have at least 1 imperfection.
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First off, you should never change who you are to impress people. If you know you are charming and funny etc, than what's the problem. People always see you the way you portray yourself to them. Don't be afraid to speak your mind. if you're not comfortable in your own skin, why should others feel comfortable near you. like I said, people see you in the way  you want them to see you. You already began the first step...you took a step back and realized that you have great qualities.
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i wish that people would stop and think about everything that they are losing out on just because they think they are fat. i have been fat my whole life. i used to dread meeting new people because i was afraid of what they were thinking of me, now i could care less. there are way way bigger people in this world out there then 150 pounds. if you came up to me in person and said that you think you are fat i would laugh in your face. ill tell you what, you want me to send you a picture of some of my family members? i have an aunt that is close to 400 pound. and a cousin that is 330. and i aint no skinny minny myself. what you have to do is except yourself for what and who you are. if you dont like it then you should cut back on calories or lose it the right way because the ways that you are trying will work and then you will gain all of the weight back. and my mother used to be bulimic--she had dentures by age 24.
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I'm going on 38 next month but beleive me, i know how you feel, i have been heavy my whole life, i never felt liked, endured cruel jokes and felt i would never have a boyfriend. Girls and women are expected to look like everyone else on TV, its always the thin models that get the main roles in movies and chubby women are shoved to the backburner. We need to realize and believe that looks dont mean ANYTHING AT ALL, if guys are only going to like you because you have a nice body then that tells me what kind of person they really are, a JERK. You have so much to offer in this world, dont let anyone tell you otherwise! You are a special and unique person. Please just be yourself and stop comparing yourself to others, it takes all shapes and sizes in our world. Please enjoy yourself while you can and put a smile on your face, thats what will trully draw the right ones to you. For me i choose swimming to keep myself as healthy as possible, its easier on your body and burns more calories than any exercise you do out of water ( i was told this by a swim instructer ) and best of all its FUN. I know its hard, i dont mean to go on and on but i just want you to know your not alone. God Bless you.
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First of all, you need to have confidence in yourself and love yourself for the beautiful person that you are.  If you think that you're fat and you are truly over your body mass index then may you could eat a little healthier and exercise and try to get the body that you want.  If you aren't really overweight.........then I don't really know what to tell you.  I would say to try to keep thinking positive, because beauty really is only skin deep.
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There are self esteem issues you need to work out with a counselor. I have plenty of really skinny friends that they still rag on themselves for not being this and that and not liking how they look in clothes or bathing suits. Just because you are skinny don't necessarily mean you are going to be a happier person. You will be happier with getting more attention but just going on looks likely to be more negative attention. You need to be happy with yourself no matter what size you are! But, you also want to make sure you keep yourself healthy. Just eat right or just moderate what you eat altogether don't go on this diet food kick and if you can try to get out and walk around the block or if you can afford it join a gym. They have new classes like belly dancing, exotic dancing and jazzercise to make it more interesting. Try to look at it as being more healthy and making healthier choices not just as being skinny. There are skinny people that are out of shape and not healthy that can end up having the same health problems as someone who is overweight. Hope this helps.
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Honey, be yourself. I am also over weight and I consider myself a Diva among Divas and I carry myself that way. I let my personality speak for my self. People who are turned off because of your weight have low self esteem. Your weight has not direct bearing on who you are as a person and what kind of friend you will be. You are still the same inside big or skinny.
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Being a BBW I never realized how much I actually do that. I think part of it comes from being overweight and being made fun of by thinner women. I also think it comes from fear and jealousy. I don’t want my man going to someone else, especially a thin person. It’s a feeling of not being good enough. It’s a fear of loosing to someone who doesn’t make you feel good. And yes in my case there is jealousy that you can be thin and I can’t. Well not as easily as it seems for you. I for one apologize on behalf of BBW's that have made remarks or made you feel bad for who you are. I agree that it's not acceptable.
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I used to be teased also when I was younger and struggled with my weight and its really hard especially when it comes from your own family! Now being older I realise noone else is going to do it for me...I have to deal with it and I'll show them but in a healthy way. People like to critisize without giving you any advice even family members sometimes, maybe they have insecurities they are covering by putting the focus on your insecurities and really your family should be the role models and foundation for your well being growing up in the first place! If you are worried and want to lose weight so you can lead a healthy and happy life then do it for yourself. Do you have a good doctor you can talk to and they will be very matter a fact with you and let you know from a medical point of you if you need to lose weight or not. I really enjoy pumping the music up and putting an aerobics dvd on or getting my mp3 and going for a walk. It lifts my mood while Im gettting fit and know Im doing it because I deserve it!
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Don't worry about it. Really. If you are happy and you know you're not anorexic,it really doesn't matter what other people think. I look at it that they're probably just jealous. Have fun! Go shopping!  :)
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NOOO you are not overweight.  I think everyone feels like they are fat sometime or another and seeing all of the thin celebrities and models does not make it any easier.  You are still very young and your body will continue to be going through changes.  Just try to stay active.  When I was about that age is really when I started watching a lot of TV and just sitting around.  You are not overweight, but if it makes you feel better, try cutting out sweets and eating more fruits and veggies.  I am sure you are a gorgeous girl and if the doctor says you are fine than you are.  You are beautiful I am sure!!!