Physically Thin, Mentally Obese

[rideoutpc 0]

The hardest thing of my journey has been the psychological stressors and the societal pressures that I was totally unaware of when I was heavy. Often times you feel that you're being misstreated however finally being on the side of a thin person versus a heavy person made me realize the stark difference.

Little subtle things that you normally wouldn't think about, such as when you get ready to walk into a business and someone actually holds the door for you. However when I was heavier sometimes I would almost get hit in the face with the door because someone rudely just let it slam. And this is just not with the opposite sex, it also happens with women.

This is even more profound when you think of the working environment. When I was heavier I found myself constantly being challenged for simple decisions or opinions I shared in meetings. Now everyone even women always say, oh my gosh that's a great idea. However, it could be the same Idea I shared prior to losing weight.

Finally---touching. As a heavy person people barely shook my hand as if they would catch the fat cooties! Now everyone wants to hug you and let their hands linger.

All of this subtle discrimination kills me!

[Vinasu 621]

I've noticed the same thing. I'm treated much differently. It's ugly. It's unfair, but it is the way our society functions--obesity is a socially acceptable way to discriminate.

We aren't going to change that, but I do find myself trying to be much more conscientious about making certain I don't discriminate.

Thin privilege is real.