Anita Williams

I am a fat woman, a term I now use without judgment. I am also Black, and I am not a stereotype. I am not the jolly fat woman, the...

There’s a certain rhythm to life when you’re living in a heavy body. It’s not a rhythm that everyone understands, but it’s one that becomes second nature to those of...

As someone who has navigated the healthcare system as an obese individual, I have encountered a range of experiences with doctors. Some have been supportive and understanding, while others have...

As much as we like to say that change has happened, we still live in a society that typically equates thinness with happiness and success. Living a well-rounded life as...

I live in a state that prides itself on being one of the healthiest in the nation. It’s a place where the mountains are not just a backdrop, but a...

I was filling out a routine form when I came across a question I have answered in dozens of forms over the years: "Do you use any assistive aids?" I...

I am a person of size. I am fat. It took me most of my life to get to a point where I am not ashamed of it. But what...

I remember what it was like when I worked in an office. The bustling world of work, where desks hum with productivity and coffee machines gossip about deadlines, there’s a...

I have always been a fan of fresh, clean food. I grew up in the 70s with a semi-hippie mom. She was a traditional housewife who needed to be thrifty...

As an individual who values comfort above all else, I’ve embarked on a mission to find the perfect wide-width shoes. My journey is grounded in practicality, devoid of whimsical flourishes...

I want to explore the joy of embracing our bodies, regardless of their size. In that vein, I have to share a bit of my perspective. I do not spend...

I walk into a coffee shop and the aroma of freshly brewed java hits me. My eyes look around the room, seeking refuge in a comfortable chair. Wooden, metal, cushioned...

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room. No, not the actual elephant, although I would love to chat about how I came to love those majestic creatures, but the...

Let’s talk about air travel. You know, that magical experience where you’re crammed into a metal tube hurtling through the sky, surrounded by strangers, and praying that the person next...

In a world obsessed with superficial ideals and changing (but always narrow) definitions of beauty, being a morbidly obese woman often means navigating a minefield of societal judgment and prejudice...

"A little anorexia won't kill you." I remember the moment my childhood doctor said that to me. I was 15 years old and had a really bad ear infection. I...

I had a fear of children for as long as I could remember. They were these unknown creatures that were prone to outbursts. Kids would say anything that came to...