Today, a coworker complimented me on losing weight, and said that she wished she could drop a few pounds too. I was too embarrassed to tell her that the only reason I've lost weight is because I haven't been able to afford to eat. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, a coworker told me I was "fat shaming" them by discussing weight loss with other coworkers. FML
Today, I received many compliments from my co-workers on the weight I've lost and how nice I look. I haven't slept for the past month, and eating makes me nauseous. I don't have the heart to tell them my secret is anxiety and depression. FML
Today, I complimented my mom with "Hey, I think you lost some weight." She replied with "Yeah, I think you found it." FML
Today, my coworker asked me if I was on a diet for my New Year's resolution. When I said no, she replied, "Why not?" FML
Today, my coworker doesn't want to go to lunch with me anymore, after I lost a load of weight in lockdown and she's still "overweight." Apparently, I've "changed, and not the same person." FML
Today, my mom accused me of having an eating disorder, and I didn't correct her. Truth is, I lost weight after I went off the pill a year ago. I'm too embarrassed to tell my mom that I haven't had anyone in a year. FML
Today, when my mother-in-law told me I was losing weight, my husband started laughing. FML
Today, I told my mom I lost 30 pounds because of an eating disorder. She told me to keep up the good work. FML
Today, my aunt said that it looked like I lost some weight. I was pleased with this, since I've been trying to lose some. My mom, for some reason, thought it was insulting. She pulled me to aside to assure me that I most definitely don't look any skinnier. FML
Today, my friend was complaining about how fat she was. To make her feel better I said, "Psh, you're not fat! In fact we're about the same weight!" She looked at me for a second, then burst into tears sobbing, "I'm fat! I'm fat!" FML
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Top comments
hannaaaahr 33
Uhh well, at least you're getting something positive out of it! No, not eating isn't healthy at all and I do hope you'll be able to buy food soon, if not, stay over at friends or family.
Wizardo 34
Well its a trade off, you're broke but your belt isn't. I hope your economic situation lightens up too OP.
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Comments (117)
SuperDanielNL 23
The US, were people can be treated like slaves. At least slaves were given food.
monnanon 14
its not just the US. unfortunately the whole world is struggling atm.
graceinsheepwear 34
Banquets, I hear.
ultra_notorious 26
modern day slavery - being a slave to the wage that corp America expects one to survive on
Cazz91 21
where*
jw90 18
On the plus side you're losing weight. But don't you have a job? If you do you can budget your money to where you pay you bills and still have enough to eat on
Merylwen 24
No. It's not that simple. There are tons of towns where, if you have a low or even medium-low wage you can't afford to eat simply because the rents are way too high, so you end up having to pick between eating and having a roof above your head (plus bills, local taxes, transport to and from work, etc.). As a Londoner, I know that all too well.
monnanon 14
as far as i am concerned rent should be a token fee since you pay for everything inside the house while you are there. i know its to cover repairs but rent is extorcinate.
graceinsheepwear 34
Same thing happens in US. Rent or food and nothing left over.
midave 1
at least you got money for a phone and an internet access ;)
graceinsheepwear 34
If OP is in the job market, you need both.
monnanon 14
dont jump to conclusions. they could be posting at work or have to have a phone for their job. both those things could also be prepaid and under contract meaning op cant just get rid of them when they hit hard times.
graceinsheepwear 34
Food banks. Also apply for food stamps. Lots of working people get them. In PA a single person can make like 1400 a month and still qualify.
perdix 31
You ought to start dating. That's a time-honored way for women to get free food. Well, not exactly free ;)
ultra_notorious 26
when I go out they pay for me or just themselves, there aint no free lunch!
graceinsheepwear 34
Like those stories where they meet for coffee, then as her hand shakes reaching for a pastry, the gallant male says omg, I didn't know. Waiter, bring soup!
KingreX32 21
I know how that feels.
monkeyy100 15
two words. cup noodles! the best part is they come in many different flavors! ♡ yummy ♥
monsterMEG 8
Ugh why do people think OP deserved it? Loosing faith in the FML Community, just like that OP getting a FB MSG from her deceased brother-- thousands of you deserve it. (It was a cruel joke, no one deserves that)
brittyboo123 35
Stay positive OP!
FluffyWizdom 15
try couponing !