LogFAQs > #979900699

superben posted...

Sounds like wat a fatty would say tc

There was a time when I carried extra weight, and its something Im still addressing. Recognizing that labeling myself as the fat guy was detrimental to my weight loss journey is a step Ive taken without hesitation. I was knocking on the door of 300 pounds an I am not even 6' Yet, I refuse to be defined by that weight. It was not a reflection of my identity or character; it was merely a circumstance. The normalization of calling someone fat is a form of tacitly endorsing the mistreatment that often follows. Expressing concern for someones health while simultaneously labeling them fat is contradictory. We dont apply such harsh labels to other challenges people face. For instance, we wouldnt incessantly call someone struggling academically stupid because we understand that with the right support, they can improve.

Note I had those issues too, and those names are not fun either. The same principle applies to weight. When someone is overweight, its often the first thing noticed, overshadowing all else. It's like someone brought up Boogie. Boogie is a horrible person, and he makes the world worse with every breath he takes. Wouldn't it be better to focus on how horrible he is as a human being, rather than taking potshots at his weight, which doesn't matter at all?