Being called “Fat” is a hurtful insult. So why exactly is that?
A mother of two named Allison published her account in Instagramof what occurred when she and her kids went swimming lately, everyone was left wondering what really happened. Allison responded brilliantly when the 3 years old daughter called her obese, and her reply is now going viral on the internet.
Allison Kimmey began dieting when she was just 14 years old. Through graduate school, she was able to keep her weight in the size two to four range, but it was challenging and she wasn’t satisfied. When Allison reached size eight, three years ago, at the age of 27, she recognized that she’d be lot happier if she allowed herself to stop fighting her weight gain.
Allison created the @allisonkimmey Instagram account as a means of self-motivation, where she posts images and quotes. Although Allison’s body acceptance uplifts and inspires her admirers, not everyone hears her important message.
Allison recently took her daughter and son to the pool. Allison’s kid yelled at her when it was time to leave and called her fat. According to Allison’s Instagram post,
Me: “What were you saying about me, exactly?”
Her: “I told you were obese, mama, I apologize.”
Me: “Let’s discuss it. I’m not fat, that much is true. No one Is obese. Being it is not possible. Yet, I do have fat. We’re all fat, By giving us energy, it guards our bones and muscles and maintains our bodies functioning. Are you fat? β
Her: “Yes! I have some on my stomach right now.”
Me: “That’s accurate! I agree, as does your brother. β
Her Brother: “I have no fat on me. The thinnest is me. I just got muscles.”
Me: “Yes, there are fat people all around the world. But, our unique amounts vary.
Her Brother: “Okay, I see. I have some to maintain my powerful muscles! But you own more than I do.
Me: Sure, it is true. Some people are incredibly wealthy, while others are not. But, that does not imply that one individual is superior to another. Do you two understand? “
Both: “Yes, mother.”
Me: “Could you please repeat what I said?”
Them: “Yes! Since you can’t just be fat, I shouldn’t describe anyone as being fat, but everyone has some fat, and that’s acceptable.”
Me: “That’s right!”
In addition to wanting to impart social skills to her kids, Allison believed it was crucial to promote the idea that everyone is equal, regardless of body type. Her Instagram post has since become widely popular.
“If I correct my kids when they use it, I am spreading the image that being obese is unattractive, disgusting, funny, and undeserving.” writes Allison.
What a powerful woman! Instead of criticizing one another based solely on how we appear to others, we need to do a better job of supporting one another. Publish if you agree!