Look back at all the cartoon character, and you may end up noting many names having a larger size. A fat personality is always considered to be a subject of fun and entertainment. Likewise, a fat boy has always been a topic of jokes and fun in real world. People never hesitate to downgrade them or making fun of them. People always underestimate their full potential. But being fat is a sin? This is question that I kept asking in my childhood.
(my own image)
A "fat boy" may face various forms of negative treatment in society, including social stigma, bullying, and discrimination. Being "Fat" here referring to a physical state, specifically the presence of excess body fat. I was no different, infact people used to refer me little Ganesha (the Indian god) because of my fatty physique.
A fat boy may experience teasing, name-calling, and hurtful comments about their weight from friends and even from some adults. They may encounter subtle discrimination in social situations, such as being overlooked for opportunities or being the subject of negative comments or jokes. I was no different. I have been a subject of jokes and always been ignored at all level. While the society is treating me as a different. I never carried away with their comments. I never bother what people used to say about me. I always remain content with myself and whenever needed, I try to prove the society wrong. Whether, it was about taking part in race, or playing cricket or climbing a tree or dancing. I always try to match my counterpart. Even if I lag behind, I used to feel happy to compete with others.
Fatness is often stigmatized and associated with negative stereotypes, leading to social discrimination and body image issues. The society we live in is very judgmental. They are quick to make perception about other to get to any conclusion, without considering the pros and cons. A similar instances happened to me in my childhood. I did not liked it but people always called me little fatty Ganesha. Underestimating me, ignoring me was a common thing. They felt that I would not be able to play, I would not be able to run or I would not be able to do anything. But I keep enjoying in my own world and never give attention or damn to what others say. I was happy they were referring me as a 'God'. I always consider myself capable of doing every work. Even my parents did not consider myself less. I played cricket, I rode bicycle and at many occasion I made people wrong. I never cared about others.
May be I was bit different in my mindset, while the society is considering me fat, I never saw myself as a fatty individual. I always consider myself as handsome as others in my childhood. Never had any body shaming, rather I used to enjoy. While the society was making fun of me , I keep enjoying being myself. Its good to ignore what other says.
In good faith - Peace!!
Everyone is different - people have all kinds of bodies. Yet one of the interesting things is that many say they are happy with the way they are, but then expect people not to mention *the way they are. Fat and happy, great! If someone mentions you are fat, that is great, because you are also happy that way!
I am short. Can't do much about that. People mention it all the time.
It was like that people consider me a person from a different planet, while I personally belive that I am one of them. No difference! May be, it was due to the fact, I never saw myself in a full body mirror which never made me to think otherwise.
The stereotype of being fat or skinny is present all over the world. I think it's disrespectful to criticize or laugh at someone else, and I believe that these are values that should be learned in families, as well as self-esteem. The world would be different with good values and principles... children and teenagers can be very cruel.
I'm very happy that this has never affected you. It shows that you were raised to trust yourself, value yourself, and not care what others say. Well done!
The good thing is that, I was never bullied over my physique in my childhood days, neither i had body shaming on myself. People alwsys see me as from an entertainment prospective and downgrading my abilities. But I remain unfazed by their observation....I firmly belive nature has made us differently for a purpose.
You know your worth, so it doesn't matter what anyone else says.
That's exactly why you're human and I'm a witch or an alien! I think I'll talk about that, but I have to hurry because I should already be asleep!
Good night, i dont want u to get distracted with human presence. 🤗😉
I still have things to do, ha ha ha.
Carry on....Else human will find you sleeping on a hanging bed..as witches does...with their super power
Remember that I have to pretend to be human... ha ha ha
I don't like to make fun of anyone and much less to be made fun of, I've received a lot of bullying in my life, it's quite sad, so now I don't let it affect me and I feel I have the right to confront them telling them that their attitude is inappropriate.
I love chubby people, they are full of so much love <3
Retaliation is not the solution of everything. If people call you thief than you dont become one unless and untill you comit the crime. People are too quick to make perspective. Rather than looking at themselves they are more worried about others. Having a clear mindset will never deter you from.ypur goals.... BTW chubby are alwsys sweeter.😉
You are absolutely right, I certify it <3
Children's feelings are so sincere and so innocent that families, more than anything, have an obligation to teach them how to correct in time the social patterns that children often copy in order to fit in with another group of children who believe that mocking or attacking others for their physical or sensory aspects is a sign of being at a higher level in their own environment. And it is extremely difficult to overcome any type of verbal or physical aggression, whether racist or of any other kind, because if children do not have adequate support, they will be extremely damaged and scarred by this difficult stage, mainly due to the level of insecurity, sensitivity, and fragility that surrounds them.
I have met fat people who have a capacity for living much more frankly, honestly, healthily, and confidently than any other slim person.
It's incredible how you remember such specific details from those times when they called you Little Ganesha.
We worship Ganesha, so being associated with him is alwsys a blessing...this association never let me feel bad...afterall they gave a nice name than bullying on size. In fact I was not too heavy but little fatty.... i think I remain a good child in my parents book as they never pinpointed on my fatty size. For them i alwsys used to be a normal like any another. No matter how fat I get, they alwsys have a true love for their kids.😉🥰
There are many social stigmas. Whether you're fat or thin, you're still singled out. I believe every human being is unique just the way they are. The important thing is to accept ourselves as we are and be happy.
Best regards!
I think a person can easily accept their flaws, but it is the society that can't get over the shortcoming. They just need aome toic to make fun of other or gossips. I never felt to be fat, but society keeps ignoring the potential.
By the way... I loved your cute little smiling face, very cheeky hahahaha! Meeting you in person would have been so nice.
You alwsys made me blush... 🤗 what if you too find me different on real ? Will u change the perspective.
I don't think so... I will always remember those eyes and that smile.
🥰🤗🙂 no one told me this...except you. May be you have different view or a pure soul to look at me like that
I can only see with the eyes of my heart and people's auras.
You made a nice begining to the day with such nice cheerful comment....🥰🤗 thank you...... I will carrying the same auras todays , i never see anyone notices here, these things...you always made me feel special.
That's because I'm interested in you and I like you, I send you good vibes.
Delegate your Hive Power to Ecency and earn
100% daily curation rewards in $Hive!
I know very well what you went through, since I lived it, but in reverse body types, I wasn't so brave and I'm glad to know that you never let your body discourage you and that you still participated in activities like the other children and even if you came in last, you just enjoyed the game, no matter the position, your position was always to have fun and be happy. Blessings.
I've always been a bit overweight and it is something I struggled with most of my life. I've got to the point where I just try to do what I can to be healthy internally and I know that ultimately that is what matters even if I don't see the results on the inside.
Physical appearance varies from person to person, especially height and weight. Being overweight is normal; in fact, it's a physical condition that can also be inherited. It's all about maintaining good health and loving yourself so you don't let your figure get out of control @steemflow.