How to Find Strength in the Face of Being Called Weight Loss Names

Weight loss names can be difficult to take.  Many people don’t even realize that’s what they’re doing when they use them.  Whether they’re trying to be playful and cute, supportive, or outright mean, it hurts to be body shamed.  For some of us our body isn’t a sensitive topic at all.  However, people who can genuinely say that they are impervious to comments – well meant or otherwise – about their bodies are certainly in the minority.

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