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North St. Louis County, MO

It's been a long time since I have seen someone as large as me in the same room. Lots of times I will just stay at home because I'll be the only fat person in the restaurant and I feel ashamed to order food.

September 17, 2018
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Members opened up about the painful isolation and shame that comes with feeling like the largest person in any public space, especially... Read more

Members opened up about the painful isolation and shame that comes with feeling like the largest person in any public space, especially restaurants, sharing how they avoid going out or feel constantly judged when ordering food. Several members offered both solidarity and gentle encouragement, reminding each other that everyone has to eat, that food service workers are simply doing their jobs without judgment, and that confidence can be built by wearing clothes that make you feel good and focusing on your own worth rather than others' opinions. A recurring theme was the cruelty of family criticism and public stares, but also the strength found in self-acceptance, counseling, healthier choices, and refusing to miss out on life despite the weight of shame.

A MyObesityTeam Member

It can be really hard and embarrassing to order when your the biggest person, i always had my parents order for me until i realized tge person who took my order didnt care, theyre just doing their job. Get what you want and love and if you want to eat something a little cheaty then do it. Or if you want that salad get it. You do you boo.

November 19, 2018
A MyObesityTeam Member

Just make yourself look bomb. Glam yourself up, and feel confident. Enhance your assets. Once you feel like a rockstar, it's hard to knock you down. I'm a shy introvert with weight issues, and a too cute partner. But when I wear my favorite outfit, or butt hugging jeans, I feel sexy at home. I take that feeling outside, and try to avoid full body reflections (I think I'm smaller than I am, internal view). If someone says something, or looks at me, I just remember how cute I looked before I left the house and it keeps me going. I know I'm cute, and that's what matters.

January 13, 2020
A MyObesityTeam Member

a little off topic but I don't have any trouble going anywhere (& meeting new people) at my weight. I have even had my counselor AND a friend tell me "so you have no embarassment issues?" I don't! There's always another big person wherever I go. I don't want to miss out on anything fun. Staying home is not fun.

December 13, 2018
A MyObesityTeam Member

Just remember no one prefect. Everyone has eat to live.

October 25, 2018
A MyObesityTeam Member

Yes people are so cruel Paisley you should've asked her what are you a beauty queen and left it at that I guess since I have had a lot of counseling I've got stronger I've noticed

October 9, 2018

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