From South Africa

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hlanyane39
hlanyane39 Posts: 1
edited December 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi everyone my name is Doreen I come from South Africa. Here in SA as a black woman I am expected to be overweight as a sign of wealth and success but I am really tired of this look. I look old for my age. I start this journey early this year and I have lost some weight and regain it. I joined this program today with the hope that come September I would have lost some weight and I believe that intgeracting with others will help.

Looking forward to hearing from you guys

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  • robpett2001
    robpett2001 Posts: 320 Member
    Hi!

    Wow, that's a cultural phenomenon I wasn't aware of, but I guess I can see how it would develop. Good for you, though, for putting your health ahead of cultural expectations! You can definitely achieve the goal you've set, and MFP can be a big help for that. Feel free to send me a friend request, if you wish.

    Take care!


    Rob
  • Sherilynn1966
    Sherilynn1966 Posts: 15
    Wow Doreen! Good for you! I have read so much about South Africa and knew about that cultural tradition. Glad to hear you are breaking out of the mold for health reasons. Feel free to add me as a friend if you'd like.
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