FeaturedHow long have you been contending with obesity?For many, contending with obesity is a life-long battle. How long have you been living with it and what helps you cope best?...Reactions0reactionsComments31 repliesCopingDiagnosis
Active 4 days agoObesity FrustrationsWhat are some things that frustrate you most about living with obesity?...Reactions0reactionsComments23 repliesCoping
Active 4 days agoHow does the stigma of obesity impact your self-perception?Do others' perceptions of you inform how you view your own body? What impact have they had on your experience with obesity?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesWeight Bias
How has life with extra weight impacted your life?In what ways has living with obesity shaped your perspective on life, health, and self-care? What has your weight had the most significant impact on?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingAwareness
Plateau Weight Loss StrugglesI lost 50 pound over about 18 months but for the 12 months I haven't really lost weight -- well, I've been gaining and losing the same 8 pounds! Some...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesWeight Maintenance
What does "healthy" mean to you?There are many definitions for what constitutes a "healthy" person or lifestyle. How would you define the term? What behaviors or actions have you taken to be "healthy"?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCoping
What diets, trends, or fads have you tried to lose weight?There's a lot of diet misinformation out there! Which diets have you been tempted to try to lose weight? If you tried them, did they work for you?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Mental Health and ObesityWhat words of encouragement or wisdom could you share with those facing mental health challenges while living with obesity? What challenges have you faced with mental health in regard to...Reactions0reactionsComments24 repliesCopingMental Health
What impacts your weight?There are so many factors that impact one's weight. What has impacted yours? We'll list just a few that have been reported to us: Genetics, comorbidities, side effect from medications...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCopingWeight Maintenance
What people should knowWhat do you wish more people not living with extra weight or obesity understood? What misconceptions do you wish were cleared up?...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesAwareness