So called "Thin Privileged"

Do you believe in "thin privileged?"

No	59.6%	[ 62 ]
Yes	40.4%	[ 42 ]
Total Votes:			[ 104 ]

[AsuraSyn]

If you're a certain body type or weight, then yes, society does look favorably on you. It's not privilege, but it's true. As for your body being your choice, there are limits to that. I, for example, am what people refer to as "barrel chested" so I'll never achieve that waif-like figure regardless of my dietary choices. Bone structure limits how far down and up you can go, but weigh issues are a diverse and complex issue.
As for people whining about McDonalds making them fat, hey, you chose to supersize that Big Mac, so shut up.

[Dr Raymond Stantz]

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Dr Raymond Stantz

I've noticed if people perceive me as attractive, they love OR hate me more. It makes people act a lot more extreme around you.

I've noticed that effect too. I find a lot of polarization within the people that have frequent contact with me, be it positive or negative, and I find it from people who barely know me, too.

I never considered myself 'attractive' though, until you just pointed that out now I'm considering that I might be.

I realized I was attractive when I started getting people who are fanatic about how I look. Someone literally said to me earlier: "You are entirely too attractive for one human being. It's not really fair."

I've never had people say stuff like that to me before. And people keep calling me hot and stuff. Someone told me I look like a rockstar earlier also. They're either saying stuff like that, or being SUPER stand offish.

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Jazin Kay

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What do YOU think about this?
It's only mentioned as a thing, or manifests in conversation, due to angry fat people or snobby thin people. So in effect, it's the child of assholery. As such, it's ignorable.

That was the first time I have ever heard it when she had used it. It was a bit offensive.

Discuss "Thin privileges"
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Do you believe it is a real thing?
Sure it's a thing. Whether or not there's truth in it is the issue.

I am seeing that now ^^

Do you feel those who are thin are "privileged?"
To a degree; media portrayal as prettier, though the general brownie-point distribution is given to those that go against that. Generally healthier and longer-living, though plenty of diseases and ailments that impede that don't care how much you weigh, they'll try to bring you to the reaper all the same. Personally, I'm thin and I appreciate my running speed and flexibility, so I guess it's subjective.

That is true!

Do you think people are responsible for their own weight?
Sometimes; I knew this fat dude who disappeared over the summer and when I saw him on Facebook again, he was built like a swimmer and had girls flocking to him. So his weight before was in his control to gain and lose. But I think there are like, glandular disorders or something, right? I'm not very knowledgeable about those things.

Yes, there are medical issues and such that are factors. But besides that people can definitely control their weight, it's just a matter of wanting to or not.

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Sorry everyone, I went to bed and won't be able to reply to everyone until after school.

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AsuraSyn

If you're a certain body type or weight, then yes, society does look favorably on you. It's not privilege, but it's true. As for your body being your choice, there are limits to that. I, for example, am what people refer to as "barrel chested" so I'll never achieve that waif-like figure regardless of my dietary choices. Bone structure limits how far down and up you can go, but weigh issues are a diverse and complex issue.
As for people whining about McDonalds making them fat, hey, you chose to supersize that Big Mac, so shut up.

Where I am from, most people look down on those who are overweight. I just can't stand when people can't keep things to themselves and shout rude comments about their weight to them. That is unnecessary. There was this woman who sued McDonalds for making her fat and won. That makes me so angry. It isn't the restaurant's fault that she turned out that way. You bring up a very good point about bone structure though. Age, height, and gender also cause it to vary.

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Ryla Raelynn

yes I think thinner people live a privileged life simply because they are thin and skinny. They are always getting parts on reality television, all the guys, always the faces of companies, always picked first, etc.....
others get affected by that and get depressed and eat more and the repercussions are seen.
The majority of the time, we have complete control over our bodies. we control what goes into them. people eat badly because of depression and other reasons. it is also very convenient to eat badly because of drive through's, etc....
people who are thin and skinny usually are that way because of genetics. its not because they work out...those who keep fit always have toning and muscle, etc...they have thier own set of problems because they tend not to be able to fill clothing out correctly and can't find clothing that fits in stores. but they do get all the attention because we are conditioned to think that is beautiful and hot when the average american woman (not girl) is a size 16 not a size 00 though "reality" tv says its a 00. women have curves and muscle and boobies....we also have hair! girls are hairless but that is a whole other issue!

Mostly idiots are picked as well. So are they "stupid privileged?"

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Knoal

What about blaming it on metabolism? That isn't necessarily blaming it on others or yourself. I have a very high metabolism and thus, I am very thin. But I've seen people who are fat because of a low metabolism

That is a factor but one can also exercise or eat healthier to balance it out.
Once women get older, their metabolism slows down and they are not all overweight.
It's how you balance it out.

[Chahklet]

I was 375lbs and dropped to 136lbs.
There is a big damn difference.

[Suicidesoldier#1]

Serverus Snope

Suicidesoldier#1

I'm 200 or so pounds but have a six pack; where do I fit in with all this?

BMI says you're technically fat. Sure, they probably do mention the margin of error from people who are heavy from things other than body fat, but who reads the fine print anyway? People are getting fat! Be afraid! Do not leave your home, or else the lard monster will find you! And once he does, you will never be able to fit into your pants ever again...

I'll have to buy new pants D:

[MachineMuse]

I've never not been skinny, so I don't have anything to compare it to, but I think there are some things that would be harder if I were fat.

That said, I don't think it's quite the same as racism or sexism because it's something you have a limited amount of control over and it has a significant effect on your health. 'Thin privilege' would be more like 'non-smoker privilege' or 'non-diabetic privilege'... sure, there are some genetic factors and it's a vicious cycle but the in the vast majority of cases it's due to lack of self-control.

That's not to say it's a moral failing or anything. I'm intimately familiar with how difficult things can be when you are not good at self-control. It's ok to lack self-control and it's ok to admit it.

I also know that thyroid problems can make a big impact on how much dietary changes and exercise can affect you.

But it's also important to not paint yourself as a victim. If you need help to get out of a vicious cycle of being fat, then get help and do your best. Don't try to blame others and disempower yourself, and don't try to go at it alone if going at it alone isn't working. Focus less on why and more on using every available tool to fix it.

[MisdreavusPrincess]

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There are some people who deem those who are thinner than them to be "thin privileged." I got into it with this one girl who would make rude remarks to those who were thinner than her and basically saying that any one who is thin is privileged. She also blames her weight on everyone but herself.

I personally do not believe such a thing exists and unless you have a medical issue then it is all YOUR decisions that determine who you are and what you may look like in terms of weight.
I dislike when people blame their being overweight on other people. I mean, we all make our own decisions. If they do not like their weight they should do something about it.

What do YOU think about this?
Discuss "Thin privileges"
Do you believe it is a real thing?
Do you feel those who are thin are "privileged?"
Do you think people are responsible for their own weight?

Personally, I've known someone that went from being my best friend to a complete b**** after a guy she liked told her he liked me instead, although I did not return his feelings.
She weighs...well, a lot more than I do.
I'm 5'3" and 120 lbs, she's a little taller than me and about 300 lbs.

I'm told I'm cute and thin, people certainly treat me like it.
In those awkward middle school years, I gained weight due to overeating (from emotional turmoil) and looked rather...weird.

But after that, I grew Ds, slimmed down (thanks to an eating disorder) and in high school boys suddenly didn't make fun of me anymore.
The guys that had bullied me only years ago, calling me names and throwing erasers at me, suddenly wanted to go to homecoming with me.
Of course, I told them to get lost.

"Thin privledges" are indeed a real thing.
"Good looking privledges", as well.

But people are, to an extent, responsible for their own weight.
Especially teens and young people. They're still young and their metabolism is at it's peak.

Instead of feeling sorry for themselves, overweight people need to either develope an eating disorder as I did (which I do not regret, despite the negative effects. It slimmed me down so quickly) or diet the "right" way and exercise...if they care enough to change anything about themselves.

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MachineMuse

'Thin privilege' would be more like 'non-smoker privilege' or 'non-diabetic privilege'... sure, there are some genetic factors and it's a vicious cycle but the in the vast majority of cases it's due to lack of self-control.

Uh, I don't think diabetes is a good example to use here - genetics plays a much larger role in that then you are implying, especially for Type I.

[MachineMuse]

catspook

MachineMuse

'Thin privilege' would be more like 'non-smoker privilege' or 'non-diabetic privilege'... sure, there are some genetic factors and it's a vicious cycle but the in the vast majority of cases it's due to lack of self-control.

Uh, I don't think diabetes is a good example to use here - genetics plays a much larger role in that then you are implying, especially for Type I.

I think that makes it a perfect example. Type 1 diabetes is far, far less common than Type 2 (roughly 10%), just like how thyroid conditions and other metabolic abnormalities are far, far less common than overeating/unhealthy diet/lack of exercise. But they're there, and they're legitimate.

[catspook]

MachineMuse

catspook

MachineMuse

'Thin privilege' would be more like 'non-smoker privilege' or 'non-diabetic privilege'... sure, there are some genetic factors and it's a vicious cycle but the in the vast majority of cases it's due to lack of self-control.

Uh, I don't think diabetes is a good example to use here - genetics plays a much larger role in that then you are implying, especially for Type I.

I think that makes it a perfect example. Type 1 diabetes is far, far less common than Type 2 (roughly 10%), just like how thyroid conditions and other metabolic abnormalities are far, far less common than overeating/unhealthy diet/lack of exercise. But they're there, and they're legitimate.

Hm, see that's the tricky thing about language: I would consider 10% significant. I know you didn't intend it, but your post came off as dismissive of that 10% to me.

[MachineMuse]

catspook

MachineMuse

catspook

MachineMuse

'Thin privilege' would be more like 'non-smoker privilege' or 'non-diabetic privilege'... sure, there are some genetic factors and it's a vicious cycle but the in the vast majority of cases it's due to lack of self-control.

Uh, I don't think diabetes is a good example to use here - genetics plays a much larger role in that then you are implying, especially for Type I.

I think that makes it a perfect example. Type 1 diabetes is far, far less common than Type 2 (roughly 10%), just like how thyroid conditions and other metabolic abnormalities are far, far less common than overeating/unhealthy diet/lack of exercise. But they're there, and they're legitimate.

Hm, see that's the tricky thing about language: I would consider 10% significant. I know you didn't intend it, but your post came off as dismissive of that 10% to me.

Rather, think of it as I'm saying since they are less able to do anything about it, they're not the ones being scrutinized.