Tag: body positive

  • ”But you are not fat…” 

    I identify myself as fat. Not chubby, not round, not just a “bigger” girl. I use the word “fat” like any other descriptor – I am also blonde, green-eyed, and very fair skinned. However, I still run into trouble when I dare to use this F-word in public. There is always a well-meaning friend, colleague…

  • Body Positivity Promotes “Obesity”

    Yet another book club discussion had to include someone mentioning the above, as if it is a fact. A widely known, undisputable fact. As surprising at it may sound, this is not a fact. Not anymore than saying any of the following:  Maybe you are not seeing what I am seeing in all these movements.…