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How to keep your weight in perspective

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  • I don't usually diet but during my summer holidays I filled out a questionnaire which said I should be more concerned about what I eat. I then became obsessed with food. One minute we are being told that the younger generation are too concerned with body image and the next we are being told to watch what we eat. So, now every time I feel guilty for eating, I tell myself that it's natural to eat. I am not going to feel disgusted by my body - I am only 22 and I don't want to get depressed about something like that. I'm sorry to all you guys who think women should be thin but it's our lives and our bodies.
    iVillager teejnas

  • There are conflicting messages being sent to women of all ages. It can be very confusing. I think that as long as we keep our sanity and learn to like ourselves for who we are and not get too caught up in the whole is-my-bum-too-big-in-this mentality, we and future generations of women will be alright. Sadly, my daughter goes on about how she has a fat stomach and how she must cut down on fatty foods - she's nine years old and should be out having fun and not worrying about how she looks. It's a real shame.
    iVillager Jo

    Are you bored with the constant pressure of acheiving the "perfect" figure? Are you proud of your curves and happy with a fuller shape? Why not chat with fellow iVillagers on the Big & Happy message board. Take a look at some of the LIVE discussions happening on the board right now:

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