Im sorry. But having a giant fat roll in your pants is not beautiful.
Its disgusting.
sorry I can’t hear you over my sweet fat rolls.
Look How Quickly the U.S. Got Fat (1985-2010 Animated Map)
25 brief, delicious year.(From The Atlantic)I was born in ‘85. Interesting to see just how fast things have changed.
Okay, cool graphic. But can we stop the bullshit discussions about how this is because people are too lazy to take care of their bodies? Can we finally address the ACTUAL root causes of this, like poverty (causing people to have no money for fresh foods, and NO TIME to prepare it because working three jobs is necessary just to pay the rent), food deserts (no access to healthy food), and lack of education (no, not that people think a Big Mac is healthy, but that they literally do not know how to cook and store food, because that’s something parents often teach and they have no time to do so - see above)?
Can we talk about how processed food is considerably cheaper and INFINITELY more convenient for working people than fresh food? Can we talk about how most agricultural subsidies underwrite the cost of processed food? Can we talk about the way physical education is being cut from schools all over the country, and many after-school sports are making the transition from free for all to pay-to-play? Can we talk about how free of charge safe places for children (and adults) to exercise are more and more scarce, especially in urban areas?
Can we talk about how BMI, the formula used to measure “obesity rates,” is patently unscientific and absurd? And for the love of all that is good in the world, can we finally talk about how you can be healthy and obese at the same time?
No, of course not. Because then we’d have to stop shaming people for their bodies - fuck off, Atlantic.
Because it’s not.
A message from Anonymous
is it necessary for a girl to have hip-bones and ribs showing along with flat stomach and skinny legs? I feel so worthless, ugly and fat for not having all this traits....
It’s never necessary to have those to have worth. Some people do, but that’s not your problem. You’re perfectly fine without it! Many girls and boys are perfectly fine without those visible features as well. That doesn’t mean the people with those physical traits you mentioned aren’t worthless either. They’re the same as you, me, and other people in the world. We’re all fucking fantastic really. Our bodies are pretty amazing, the fact that Our bodies are more than thin thighs, flat stomachs, rib cages, and hip bones,
Your legs, regardless of size will take you to so many amazing places. Hell if you have “thunder thighs” GOOD. That sounds so fucking cool man. You have the POWER OF ZEUS IN YOUR LEGS. WHEN YOU KICK IT’S LIKE LIGHTENING.
A flat stomach is never always possible either! Organs and stuff are in the way which is important. Plus, I hear that stomach acid and resolve razor blades which is pretty badass. Appreciate your stomach area. It holds cool stuff like your stomach, liver, kidneys, intestines, all the cool things that make you awesome.
Hip bones are fascinating but you don’t need them to show in order to be considered worthy either. The great thing about them is that everyone has them, and if they show or not doesn’t matter because no one points out and goes “oh wow hip bonesss~~*~*~”
Also everyone has ribs! They protect your badass heart, lungs, and other awesome stuff. If it shows no big deal, still. Every day, the heart creates enough energy to drive a truck 20 miles. In a lifetime, that is equivalent to driving to the moon and back. That’s way more awesome than rib cages showing right??? THE MOON, MAN!!!
Really, your body is fantastic no matter what size it is. It’s incredibly amazing, and fascinating and you’re worth more than your physical traits.
I think Mr. Rogers says it the best:
Submitted by Anonymous! THANK YOUUUU!
For real.
Trigger: Anxiety/Depression
Hello everyone, I’m Sarah, 25 years old, UK size 20-24.
I think it is amazing that blogs like this exist to inspire and strengthen women. I am so proud to be part of a community of people who can love themselves regardless of society’s prejudice. I do not promote obesity because of the health implications, however, I do not think it right for those of us who fall into that category to hate ourselves for it either.
A year ago I struggled with crippling anxiety and debilitating depression. They had been part of my life for a long time but last year was particularly terrible. I was having panic attacks daily, often several times a day and eventually I resigned from my job and stopped leaving my home. Ever.
Fast forward one year. I have worked exceptionally hard to get back out of the house again. And now, not only do I leave my house - I have a new job AND I have entered a beauty pageant!
I have been selected from over 1000 applicants worldwide to be one of 30 finalists in Miss Plus Size International 2013. Obviously this is a huge step for me! As part of the competition I have created a facebook page where I need to get as many ‘likes’ as I possibly can. I am looking to the FA/PSA/BP community to help me! Please consider visiting my page and liking it. If you’re feeling extra generous you could even share it with your friends via any social media you like.
This is not just a beauty pageant, they are looking for a winner to represent plus size worldwide. Someone who truly believes in the message of fat acceptance and beauty in size. Maybe it can be me!
Keep posting and inspiring :)
Sarah x
“I’ve never been the kind of person to apologize unnecessarily. Apologies should be saved for worthy occasions, like hurting someone’s feelings or using your roommate’s toothbrush on accident–not for existing. Life is too short. You can hate your body for all kinds of reasons; it’s a battle and a choice, to accept and embrace, or reject and hate. I know it’s more complicated than that, but to simplify things that’s how I feel, and right now I’m having fun!” - Beth Ditto
Imperfections?
by RosaLee WardRosaLee’s Tumblr
10.5 x 10.5” silver gelatin print, lettering scratched into emulsion
This is a photo my best friend took of me several years ago when I was at my lowest self esteem. But after time, self love, this blog, and others like it, I know I’m beautiful and I love my belly. And I think my belly button looks like a black hole to the center of the universe and that’s cool.
3rd submission, 21, US size 18
i am a size 14-18 depending on the brand.
this isn’t EXACTLY a fashion post (although that is my show uniform and it’s pretty darn fabulous), but it should be a reminder that fat doesn’t equal unhealthy. this picture was taken at a pageant in which i was a contestant, and even though i didn’t win (or place… -_-), i still looked like a badass. XD i am a first degree black belt in tae kwon do, which no one ever expects because they judge me by my size.
it’s nice to have a secret. ;)
stay fab,
B
