Let's see . . . stuff
you hear that isn't true. Let's do a list, in no particular order of
importance:
1. Dieting
works.
2. Girls have to be a size 2 to be pretty.
3. Boys have to be tall, muscular, and thin to be good-looking.
4. Weight-loss surgery has few risks and works.
5. No one will ever love you unless you're thin.
Not a one of those
things is true. In fact, they are all downright stupid.
Here's the thing.
People, quite naturally, come in all sizes. Beauty takes many forms.
Throughout history different body sizes and shapes have been considered
the most beautiful. Believe it or not, it hasn't been that long since
skinny women were scorned and considered to be unattractive.
All body shapes are
fine - especially yours. That is what is true. The important thing is to
be smart about picking foods that are both tasty and do your body some
good. Then be active - find fun things to do that make you stronger and
fit.
If your parents are
nagging you to lose weight, point them to this site and ask them to read
with an open mind. It's your health, your body, and your life. Then you
can all sit down and discuss the options beyond dieting. You'll all be
happier in the end.
We could tell you how
we think you should feel about your body but, quite frankly, we're more
interested in hearing from you.
So, what do you
think?
Take the time to write
to us. We'll let you fill in these pages with your thoughts. Tell us
what's on your mind regarding body size. We want to hear from you if you
think you are too tall, too short, too fat, too thin, or just right.
We'll pick some and share your thoughts here at a later date.
Send
your email to JudyS@SizeWise.com
