How to respond if someone says you're overweight!

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  • Carnivor0us
    Carnivor0us Posts: 1,752 Member
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    Say yes if you are; say no if you are not.

    If you feel insulted because you're overweight then the problems lies within yourself.

    QFT

    Yup

    So if someone I know has frizzy, damaged hair, and I point it out and they feel insulted, it's because of some "issue" that lies within them and not because I was just a completely rude and tactless person for pointing it out? No...I don't think so.

    Heck, better yet, if I went up to someone with tiny boobs and was all like "Hey there, you've got some tiny boobs!" that person should totally do something about it (boob job, amirite?) instead of getting mad at me because, you know, it's totally THEIR issue if my remarks bothered them.
  • brandirbarton
    brandirbarton Posts: 1 Member
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    But even when it's true that one is overweight, why is it necessary for someone else to point it out? The overweight person already knows this and may be working on it, so why the need to draw attention to the obvious? As many times as family, friends and strangers have commented on my weight, I doubt that it's ever been because they thought I was unaware.
  • horsewhisper91
    horsewhisper91 Posts: 456 Member
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    "Thanks captain obvious"

    exactly how I would respond. XD
  • 43932452
    43932452 Posts: 7,246 Member
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    One of my favorite fat characters. lol
  • zeebruhgirl
    zeebruhgirl Posts: 493 Member
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    "Wait...you can see me?!" *runs*
  • Jesmoko
    Jesmoko Posts: 203 Member
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    It's funny how the "fit" people try to give a logical response... Being overweight doesn't give anyone the right to insult you. Unless they're a medical professional, what's it to them? The problem doesn't "lie within you" if you get offended. The problem is with that person and their mother/parent/gaurdian, who should have taught them how to respectfully talk to people.

    People are trying to help, no need to get upset
    I personally don't get upset over that kind of stuff, but I wouldn't tell someone that I think they're overweight. I think most people know that they are and that's not particularly helpful. It's kinda like if you have a big spot on your face, and someone comes along and tells you that you have a big spot on your face. It implies that it's obvious to everyone and that it doesn't look very good. It's just a bit gauche and unnecessary, is all.
  • NostalgicMuse
    NostalgicMuse Posts: 340 Member
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    And when it's a kids who says it to you??
  • MzFiaSkinny
    MzFiaSkinny Posts: 9
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    I agree, I have been ask few times if I was expecting. ^^ which leads me to where I am today. :) trying to lose this baby one step at a time.
  • amandzor
    amandzor Posts: 386 Member
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    "What?! Oh. My. God. How CAN THIS BE? Oh. Right. Fat kids looove cake."
  • CHC94
    CHC94 Posts: 55 Member
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    That may be, but I can always lose weight, but you my friend.... There is no magic pill to cure you being an *kitten*.


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    That is pretty close to what I said to my father in law years. still some of her family that will not speak to me. I am so crushed:wink:

    I busted up laughing when I read this! My BF's mom once asked me how I was doing, and I said "Tired." I had had 3 hours of sleep in as many days. She said, "Well, that's because you're overweight."

    My reply: "Yes, I'm sure it has more to do with my weight than lack of sleep. You must be EXHAUSTED. How do you do it?"

    For small children: I have taught my nieces and nephew to use "fluffy" or "soft" as a description. Like a pillow.
  • bethgames
    bethgames Posts: 534 Member
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    Throat punch 'em and move on.

    i think the OP wants real answers and not fantasies.

    BONUS!
  • LBNOakland
    LBNOakland Posts: 379 Member
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    Well, I would certainly hope no one but my doctor would say that to me! At least, "tactfully" ask if I'm Preggers. Don't just say, "Your fat!"

    If it did happen, I would promptly burst into tears and run sobbing out of the room! :sad: Make them feel 2 feet tall so they don't ever ask anyone again! LOL :wink:

    If it's a child, I would explain tearfully :cry: that I am working on it while glaring at the parent who should have taught them better! :angry:

    It is something in me, for those who have said that! I have always been fat. It will ALWAYS be a struggle in my life, a painfully emotional struggle! I don't need some narcissitic a**hole to point it out. It isn't all right at all to say that to anyone unles you are a doctor or a personal trainer and they are PAYING for your opinion! :grumble:
  • pawnstarNate
    pawnstarNate Posts: 1,728 Member
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    Works EVERY TIME! well, almost every time....well, sometimes.....ok crap...that doesn't work!
  • Iron_Lotus
    Iron_Lotus Posts: 2,295 Member
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  • xombiebite
    xombiebite Posts: 273 Member
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  • suziepoo1984
    suziepoo1984 Posts: 915 Member
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    I was actually told that when i went back home just after having my daughter. I had already warned all my relatives and friends not to call me "Overweight" :D, but there were a few who missed the warning.
    The first one was a colleague (guy), meeting me and my hubby along with his new wife for the first time and he says as soon as we meet " You have put on sooooooo much weight " and i just found it too funny.. I ignored him
    Second time a distant relative actually imitated an elephant to obviously state i had put on weight , i just walked past him.
    I seriously dont even care for such comments or people. I lose weight for myself, not anybody else!
  • xombiebite
    xombiebite Posts: 273 Member
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  • mcdermka
    mcdermka Posts: 17 Member
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    You sure know how to make me feel pretty!
  • musycnlyrics
    musycnlyrics Posts: 323 Member
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    Yep. I'm fun in bed too. I read, I game, and I have a penchant for expensive vibrators and bisexual orgy-porn. Any other random personal facts about me you want to discuss?

    ^^^^^^WINNING!

    My response:
    "You're sh!tting me, REALLY??? I totally didnt see that, thanks!"
  • mcdermka
    mcdermka Posts: 17 Member
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    That may be, but I can always lose weight, but you my friend.... There is no magic pill to cure you being an *kitten*.


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    That is pretty close to what I said to my father in law years. still some of her family that will not speak to me. I am so crushed:wink:

    I busted up laughing when I read this! My BF's mom once asked me how I was doing, and I said "Tired." I had had 3 hours of sleep in as many days. She said, "Well, that's because you're overweight."

    My reply: "Yes, I'm sure it has more to do with my weight than lack of sleep. You must be EXHAUSTED. How do you do it?"

    For small children: I have taught my nieces and nephew to use "fluffy" or "soft" as a description. Like a pillow.

    I love your response to your BF's Mom.... I hope I remember that when I need to!

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