Is the body positivity movement just an excuse to be fat? (Page 2)

Question

Do you think the core of the body positivity movement is actually serving a positive purpose or is it just used by people as an excuse to be fat?

Smegskull · Answer

I think it's worse than that. It's easy to be fat, you just over eat. The body positive movement is about convincing others to be fat too so you can feel good about yourself. (Sort of like convincing others to sleep around so you don't feel like a slut or convincing others to go out and get drunk with you so you don't feel like an alcoholic)

Logorithim · Answer

For some people it can be an excuse, but even for them shaming isn't the appropriate tack to take. There is often a fine line between feeling worthless and having a realistic sense of self.

infp_libra_78 · Answer

I think many people can use it as an excuse. But in most lives, people gain weight one time or another. They will get back to healthy, and they don't deserve to be judged fundamentally due to having a few tough years.

Aynsof · Answer

No it is not just as excuse for being fat
It is about people not be consumed by self loathing because that rarely helps anyone
Feeling good in their bodies is actually more likely to make people improve said bodies

epicrj7 · Answer

It's a mixed bag to be sure.
There are definitely people that use it as an excuse to not get in shape. That being said, there are also people that, for various health reasons, can't help how much they weigh, and the body positive movement helps them with their confidence.

CuChullan · Answer

There are many reasons someone might be overweight, not just self-indulgence And that includes men and women. It should encompass everyone, all body shapes and sizes. Let people have some self esteem and confidence.

lustfordakota · Answer

I think it's intended to serve a positive function of people having a better mindset about their bodies regardless of what they look like but it definitely gets used as an excuse

Anonymous · Answer

I think we should never make someone feel about about being fat. Yet I also don't feel we should tell them it's beautiful,, because it's not at all sorry feminists.

Healthy is attractive fat is not nesesarily unhealthy but it's also not super healthy

azzntittiz · Answer

It is becoming more about the latter, but it was originally intended for amputees and those with unconventional body types.

Carley99 · Answer

Body positivity movements should be about all body types skinny, fat and in-between but sadly it's not about that.

alice55 · Answer

More like an excuse to be lazy. Say everybody is attractive like this you don't have to change anything or put any effort into your body and just stay a couch potato.

Anonymous · Answer

Yes. And its stupid. Being fat is both ugly as shit, and unhealthy. And its absolutely something every person can change. So there are no excuses. Body positivity should focus on height, skin color, hair color, genetics etc. basically things that people can't affect and that are normal. Not on fat fucks.

blubblubblub · Answer

those two options are the same, it serves a purpose by letting fat people be who they are and not constantly judged for it.

geminiboner · Answer

As a fat ass myself I find this positive movement bullshit don't be a bully don't be a dick but you need to not be so soft.

Johnnie1000 · Answer

It should be a positive thing. They are many valid reasons that this thinking will help people with. But I think it is becoming a excuse to not try and be more fit.

happyhippo · Answer

Some people use it as an excuse, but I think the main point is to actually integrate a non-judgemental view in people towards overweight ones.

Pamina · Answer

It might be misused by many for that, but it sure isn't the movement's intention.

-sunflowersss- · Answer

No its not because there's a lot of natural skinny women who also share their struggles and stories.

SketchForger · Answer

Yes and no. Health is important, but being proud of who you are is also important. People who are annoyed by it need to find something more important to be frustrated about.

afrochick22 · Answer

Body diversity is important. Just because someone has curves, it doesn't mean they aren't healthy. And just because someone is skinny, doesn't mean they are healthy

ToToRoUNKnoWn · Answer

The body is only a capsule for the spiritual self. we are light and vibration we are only physical because we believe we are. a little off subject but it's better than any answer there is to date

Malik00 · Answer

If it is, then they must consider this guy to be the most beautiful man in the world.

kingofknights · Answer

It certainly makes people feel better about themselves which is good but ultimately been overweight is not really healthy so encouraging people so stay at that state and embrace it is not good obviously.

name_is_eric · Answer

Body positivity, I think, is more about accepting the fact you might have a few extra pounds, might not have the ideal beach body, and that is okay.

But fat acceptance is exactly that, an excuse to be fat.

Hypnos0929 · Answer

For some, it is an excuse but for others, who are only slightly above the average or are discouraged from dating the people who they like it can be positive. I think more often than not it is an unhealthy movement.

Figen · Answer

Think its an excuse to give some more love to the plumps out there.

Staiby · Answer

is that the same thing as the fat acceptance movement?

worldscolide · Answer

The body positivity movement is trying very hard to normalize what is not normal and should not be normal..

Edanurus · Answer

When was the last time you heard the body positivity movement fight for those who are underweight? The body positivity movement is basically fat acceptance.

ATuairiscean · Answer

In fairness I think its intentions are good but it is very unhealthy to be overweight

Anonymous · Answer

A little of both I think. Some just eat bad diet and some just cannot lose pounds because of genetics.

JohnBoinka · Answer

It always POSITIVE cause NO CREATURE ever learned through EVOLUTION How to WALK IN TWO LEGS and UPWARD!!!

Anonymous · Answer

Yes. There’s beautiful/handsome people and ugly people. It’s a matter of fact. I find it so annoying that you get treated like a monster if you call someone ugly. Like if the people that accuse you of superficiality didn't think that...

stf75013 · Answer

If You Can't reach à standard, try to down it to your level and then claims it is the new standard !!!

hellacray · Answer

For the most part yes.  When they start saying that your weight has nothing to do with how healthy you are I mean you got to draw the line somewhere.

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

It's a positive purpose. No need to shame or humiliate people for their body weight.  Just mind y'all business.

Jaded214 · Answer

I think the movement is what the individual makes it.

Anonymous · Answer

Honestly I would say no BUT since I’ve seen how overweight people that “support” body positivity skinny shame others... Yes.

BigRob420 · Answer

No you should be happy just also be able to address the fact that you're obese.

MarilynMansonsSlvt · Answer

No, it serves a positive function xx ~ Mrs Manson

entropyyy · Answer

It's not an excuse to be fat, but it perpetuates the lie that being obese is healthy

JustCallMeLeon · Answer

Its something between an attempt to pull mentally weak overweight people back into comfort zone and an excuse.

Quidthonian · Answer

Political correctnsss gone fat... i mean too far. Delicate snowflakes need the bitter truth sugar coated.

Chromekids · Answer

It’s really fat people fighting back against those that give them shit than actually living with a healthy body.

DanOh2018 · Answer

weight loss isn't easy for a lot of people, why bug them about it? just to give yourself a sense of superiority? we all have vices

Lloyd1985 · Answer

I'm fat and the body positive movement disgusts me, I know first hand the health problems with being fat and it shouldn't be promoted.

Gedaria · Answer

Carrying all that weight is not good, they think they look good, but sadly they are fooling themselves …...

Iron_Man · Answer

I never heard of this movement what's going on? Obese people want to be accepted for being obese so they can continue on with their bad eating habits?

Leviathan_Charmer · Answer

Gees, the girls here are so much more nice than us lol. Just by the votes.

Anonymous · Answer

Let these bitches be fat more dick for me lol

anmari2001 · Answer

No but many people use it as an excuse

ImaginativeDreamer · Answer

Yes, in fact, it's not just an excuse, it's a support for fat people not to lose weight.

Anonymous · Answer

Both. It's an excuse, yes, but you're being positive about it, and at least not shaming yourself.

YHL6965 · Answer

Yes, it's just a bunch of fatties running away from responsibilities.

BronzedAdonis · Answer

no but I think that's how overweight people attempt to misconstrue it

thumper10 · Answer

All women are beautiful in there own way. Personality is more important to me than looks.

CoffeeWC · Answer

It might not be their intention but I think it can be seen as an excuse.

Muhammad1999 · Answer

nah it just reduces the hate and bullying toward fat people

JamesDylan1990 · Answer

Maybe but I mean I’m fat and hate it l lol working to change tho

Anonymous · Answer

If it's "genetic" then why is obesity growing exponentially, only since ~30 years ago? And why only in countries where people eat lots of fast food?

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