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The loudest criticism of the body positivity movement is the fear that it encourages unhealthy laziness or "glorifies obesity." This criticism is rooted in fatphobia, not science. naturist freedom video link
Firstly, health is not an obligation. A person's medical status does not determine their right to respect or their right to participate in wellness culture. Secondly, research shows that shame is a terrible motivator. The Health at Every Size (HAES) framework, backed by numerous studies, shows that people who practice intuitive eating and joyful movement have better health outcomes (lower blood pressure, better cholesterol, less depression) than chronic dieters, regardless of weight change. Naturist Freedom Video Link Note: This post discusses
You cannot look at a person and know their "wellness level." A thin person might be a smoker with a sedentary job. A fat person might run marathons. Wellness is behavior, not a look. Accept negative emotions as valid
Traditional approach: Positive thinking, “manifesting” a smaller body. Body-positive approach: