Living

I have struggled with my weight since I was much younger. I have never been thin; it is not a concept that has ever existed for me. However, over the last...

"I don't know where or how to start sharing my story." Sound familiar? You're not alone. It's not abnormal to feel unsure of where to begin, especially with a condition...

I recently took a job that has me sitting at a desk for 8 hours a day. Before this, I worked in a daycare and was up and active all...

Do you know you want to get healthier and lose weight but struggle with getting started? Does the goal number on the scale intimidate you? Do you know you want...

When I think about my journey with obesity, it often feels like a daunting road filled with challenges. Managing not just my weight but also the various health issues that...

A life with obesity comes with layers of complexity. It’s more than just a number on the scale—it’s about our identity, how others perceive our bodies, and how that perception...

My body is a temple. Your body is a temple. Did you know that? Within each of us, we house something very special. What that is could be one of...

Living as a morbidly obese person is often more than just a physical struggle. There is a whole emotional side to it that can feel pretty overwhelming. I’ve come to...

Body positivity is a great thing. I think we should all love our bodies and we should embrace others for their differences in sizes and shapes. The body positivity movement...

We live in a world where appearance is often linked to worth. And people who do not conform to society's standards of dress and physical appearances often face challenges due...

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...

We all know that one person who is obsessed with the number that flashes at them from the scale. Heck, we may be that person ourselves. It’s hard not to...

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...

Nutrition information is often contradictory and confusing. Unfortunately, nutrition is not widely taught, even though it is quite critical for health. Because most people are not taught about nutrition, it...

Once upon a time, in lands not all that far away, being on the heavier side was actually praised. And yet, we now live in a society where being fat...

If you have obesity, I would be surprised if you have not looked for answers – answers about why you have obesity and answers about weight loss. This is especially...

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...

When you’re overweight it always feels like you’re being watched and judged for the choices you make. At the grocery store? Someone is probably shaking their head at your choice...

When working toward a healthier weight, "fitspiration" can be a common place to start. We often start with things like signing up for a gym, looking for a great trainer...