I am going to put this here even though I do not fully embrace the concept. The reasons I don't have been explained in the blog before - but I will briefly note that I fear that too strong a message on accepting one's body regardless of weight could work to support unhealthy weights which can have life expectancy and quality impacts.
For the women who are shamed and hurt by fat talk, however, I have empathy and I have had experience - and though I think weight is an important measure of health - I do not think weight should be a measure of intellect or esteem.
At the school Rec Center today I saw a new sign and it said, "Friends Don't Let Friends Fat Talk." This slogan comes from an event being sponsored by the Delta Delta Delta sorority and it is a nationwide campaign. It is a week long event and awareness program.
Here is a link to the Facebook page - you should be able to view it regardless of your Facebook status.
No comments:
Post a Comment