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shadefell

Being Fat In The World

Dec 12, 2013 19:46

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(content note: discussion of body hate, disordered eating, mental health issues, harassment, etc)

What is a microagression?

A microagression is a small, non-physical act that takes a negative, hostile, insulting, etc stance toward people of lower status. The term was originally used to refer to issues of race ( Read more... )

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anunreallife December 20 2013, 16:34:18 UTC

I only get comments on my weight when I get read as female. When I get read as male, I'm exactly the same shape, but no one comments on my weight. My gynecologist told me to lose 40 pounds; my sleep specialist (who thinks I am a dude) says I'm a healthy weight. Either presenting male drops 40 pounds from my weight or fat-shaming is sexist bullshit.