Feel bad for the overweight/obese folks?
494636
well if they have a phycological need to eat then they should do it with healthy foods instead of junk
914791
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!
659461
Yeah I've gained 40 pounds...it sucks. On the other hand though, it helps out a lot...the other part you have to do.
555969
No matter what we do it seems that it is never right. As long as you are happy with yourself. Good going on the weightloss. I have been trying for years and can not succeed.
594220
pressure to be skinny =( it's sad
275962
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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Why do you feel a need to generalize?  And what is is that you consider "fat"?\n\nSome people who are overweight don't eat well or don't exercise.  Some have genuine medical concerns (this goes for all people, not just North Americans).  I have polycystic ovarian syndrome.  I am a vegetarian who eats a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet with lots of vegetables, legumes, and whole grains.  I do not eat too many carbohydrates or sweets.  And I exercise regularly.  Because of my endocrine system disorder, it is very difficult for me to lose weight.  This is not because I haven't made a very conscious effort to do so.  I was at a normal weight for my height until I developed this disorder, which is linked to insulin function.  Then I suddenly gained 50 pounds within a few months.  So contrary to popular belief, it was not caused by being overweight--being overweight caused it.\n\nMy point is it's very unfair and misinformed to say that women are overweight because they're all lazy or don't have a proper diet.  Some of us (in the case of PCOS, 5-10% of women in the United States) are battling genuine medical conditions that cause us to gain weight easily and make it very difficult to lose weight.
1153994
they were just trying to see what it felt to be in someone else's skin...just like they have shows to let others see how it feels to be overweight
25850
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.
615966
There are some obese people in this world who don't exercise, eat too much (especially unhealthy food) and complain that it's not their fault their fat. However, I know few people who really can't lose weight no matter how hard they try.
402891
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
834041
I think we all feel this way at one time or another...my famous description of myself is the b.o.n....blob of nothing lol...it is horrible to feel so low...but then,...I feel so guilty when I look around and see people so so much worse off than I am, and I wanna hit myself in the head and knock some good sense into it...I bet you have wonderful qualities, and sometimes, when it just don't seem to ever go your way..we have to step back and remember just what God gave us...and thank Him for giving us His Son,...as a sacrifice so that we CAN go on and live...Please..start remembering those things about yourself that shine and how  you can help others...and somewhere along the line, you will start to feel better..and say your prayers darling,..they will be heard...He always hears us...God Bless
161124
if you feel good about the way you look then to hell with "everybody"  if you think you really are thin...have a snack!  good luck
807156
No, it's not funny what-so-ever. Who are they to judge who's heavy and not? Saying hurtful rude comments about someone's appearance, personal opinions, or lifestyles are the things that increase anorexia, bulemia, and suicidal attempts. Reading this you may think i'm being hypocritical, and I probably am because I have made fun of all different kinds of people. However, I am not proud of it, I regret it, and I believe that is another serious problem within our communities. Why is it that fat women are hideous and disgusting, but heavy men are perfectly acceptable? Look at these comedians...I don't even consider it a real job. Going to school to learn better ways to tease and make fun of other's.....that's sure something to write home about. The thing is heavy women need to realize that you need to try your absolute hardest to ignore it, and live the life you are in for who you are. Each person in this world gets made fun of whether they know it or not, nobody is perfect. But you are the only one who has control over who you chose to listen to and ignore. I think it takes a lot of determination to lose all of that weight, and personally I think you should lose weight for the longer lasting life, not the appearance. Obviously you're going to feel self concious, but it's your choice whether you want to pretend it doesn't bother you or take action and try and lose the weight. I support so many people in doing that, talk to a doctor for help, join a support group....but don't let other's comments bring you down.
466139
I dont know but it drives me insane! I have this problem at school. At one point I was a little heavier than I am now and now that I lost weight people look at me differently or not at all, its a little sad and pathetic, because this goes to show how shallow people are and how judgmental they are as well! If you are struggling with this problem just think how shallow and immature these people judging you are, it helps when you are trying to get through a day!
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Think about it.  How often do you see fat or obese people made fun of in movies or on T.V.?  It has become socially acceptable to poke fun at heavy people.  People who hate overweight people don't have to struggle to maintain an acceptable weight.  They don't understand that it is difficult or next to impossible for many people to do what comes naturally to them.  It's a general lack of empathy for fellow human beings.
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I'm not from the US, but that animosity is reserved for obese ppl the world over!!\n\nI think it has to do with the misconception that fat ppl got fat cause they have no control over their eating habits and therefore appear to have low self-control, are indisciplined and weak.\n\nIt's wrong, of course. But its human nature to feel superior to any perceived notion of lack of discipline or weakness. Which instead of resulting in understanding and tolerance usually comes out as snide and contemptuous.\n\nMost fat ppl I know are NOT fat coz they eat like mad monkeys, but it’s hormonal or psychological in nature which triggers irregular eating habits among other reasons for obesity.