Why Do I Get Embarrassed When People Talk About My Weight?
April 23, 2009
Hi Katie,
I’m 7 1/2 stone (which is 105 pounds). I don’t look OVER weight, just a little belly, but when people talk about weight I get all embarrassed. I do have big thighs though. I want to know what I’m supposed to do about this. Thanks !
Ellie, 12
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Dear Ellie,
There is nothing you can do about what people are saying. You are feeling uncomfortable because you are probably not 100% satisfied with your weight. But try not to let their comments get to you. You are twelve and your body is developing and growing. It is OK to have a little extra weight right now, I don’t think you should start focusing on any diets at your age. If you start worrying about your weight now, you will obsess over it as you get older.
Give yourself a break, don’t get too down on yourself for what others are saying to you. Just eat what your body needs for nourishment. Don’t get into a habit of eating for comfort or out of boredom. This will only set you up for a habit that will be harder to break later in life.
If you are eating normal and getting a normal amount of physical activity for your age then you are fine…don’t stress. You are probably just maturing earlier than other girls and getting hips and thighs (which is perfectly normal). Have fun and enjoy being young…you’ll have all the time in the world when you are older to worry about stuff like this.
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