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{The Body Liberation Guide} Take a load off
Hi friend, Today I’m thinking about the expression “take a load off.” It’s generally used to mean taking the metaphorical weight, the load, of daily burdens and cares off your shoulders and relax. Not all burdens can be set aside like that, though. The cognitive load of existing as a fat person is one of…
Thin privilege is never being denied the ability to immigrate due to your body size.
Thin privilege is never being denied the ability to immigrate due to your body size.
Unpacking Weight Stigma II: Creating More Equitable Groups
I’ve produced another workbook! This one is for everyone who’s ever run, or tried to run, a group (whether online, like a Facebook group, or in person). Running a support or special-interest group of any kind — online or offline — is one of the kindest things we can do for our fellow humans. Though…
Size contrition, part 3: Fuck flattering
As we consider the concept of size contrition, let’s look at the “fuck flattering” trend that’s been sweeping the body positivity movement. On its face, “fuck flattering” is a rejection of size contrition and the forbearance it can generate. There’s a great article by Alysse D’alessandro at The Body is Not An Apology that talks…
{The Body Liberation Guide} Generation after generation
Hi friend, An ongoing pandemic, skyrocketing cost of living and ongoing cultural and political upheaval all over the world have sent relationships that were previously āgrin, grit your teeth and get through itā territory over into chaos and active conflict.Ā At the same time, we humans seek closeness and community. We want and need celebration and…
This? Is not that. | The Body Liberation Guide
Here’s one simple action you can take to help end discrimination against fat bodies this week: Stop appropriating the experiences and oppression of people who are fatter than you.Ā If you live in a body that is of average size (the average American woman wears a size 14-18) or a bit larger (what some folks…
