Today, I overheard my ripped, handsome, genetically perfect brother telling my mom how "fat people" make him "nervous". I have only recently accepted my weight, after struggling for years. I now understand why my brother rarely talks to me. 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, I went to my parents' house. I recently lost about 30 lbs. My mom hugged me and said, "Aww, you're not my chubby baby girl anymore." She then said she wished I were still fat because she missed it. She's the reason I lost the weight; she used to tease and taunt me. Thanks Mom. FML
Today, after weeks, I've finally reached my goal and lost 10 lbs. My sister got jealous about me losing weight, and told my parents and coworkers that I'm anorexic. Hello, intervention. FML
Today, I had to sit and listen in mortification as my mother tearfully told our therapist how much sleep she loses over my being morbidly obese. She doesn't seem to care that I'm body positive and happy with the way I am. FML
Today, I introduced my girlfriend to my family. My brother insulted her weight so many times she left in tears. Not only does he not understand why what he did was wrong, he’s genuinely livid with me for being upset with him, to the point that he damn near slugged me when I confronted him. FML
Today, I saw my uncle after six months. The first thing he says to me is, 'I didn't even recognize you! You've gained so much weight.' Gee thanks uncle. Just what I wanted to hear. FML
Today, my mom and dad were talking about how if I lost weight, I would be attractive and have guys all over me. My dad said, “That’s exactly what I’m worried about.” It took me a while to realize they both think I’m ugly. FML
Today, after months of exercise and diets and finally reaching my ideal weight, I told my morbidly obese cousin about my success, hoping to motivate him to do the same. He replied, "Why would it matter, you're still ugly." FML
Today, I was on the phone with my little sister as she explained that all these guys like her now that she's so skinny and beautiful. My mom must have overheard me tell my sister that at least I was a cuter child, because my mom laughed and said, "Yeah right, we had to buy you fat kid diapers." FML
Today, my brother wore a T-shirt to my birthday party that said "I dig skinny chicks". I'm a recovering anorexic and told him that I didn't really like his shirt. His response? "Don't let the liberal media brainwash you into thinking it's OK to be fat." FML
Today, while having dinner with my boyfriend's family, his mom told me that it looks like I've gained quite some weight. When my boyfriend told her that this was a rude thing to say, she said it wasn't rude, just the truth. FML
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flashback.miss 28
don't let your brother get you down, OP. if you want to lose weight, do so for you.
Welshite 40
I think you should approach him and ask him about his reasons for avoiding you. Don't assume it is because of your weight. You might be mistaken, and it could make you more insecure about your body.
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Comments (137)
hanakaicho 2
What a ******* douche
brianarodz20 5
lol lOl .. GO SIT ON HIM !! and be like HOW DO YOU FEEL NOW ?!
Zebediabolical 45
This probably happened to him as a kid. Which is why fatties make him nervous.
joea21 21
I'm a personal trainer man and the important thing is to just be happy with yourself. I'm 100% positive your brother has just as many insecurities as you do
Futacy 30
EAT HIM! Or buy a treadmill.
meaganxo 14
That was uncalled for.
Omniprism 15
Sounds like your brother is a jerk if he doesn't talk to you and he needs some therapy so I'd say he's not nearly as perfect as you say.
vladimirnabokov 15
I'm fat and my brother is skinny. he calls me "fat" all the time. eventually, my whole family affectionately started calling me "fat girl" or "chubs." I didn't like it at first, but I didn't like myself either. I struggled a lot with my weight and I self harmed for a little bit. but I started eating a little bit better and walking more. I lost some significant weight. I'm satisfied with how I look, but I'm stills sure people probably consider me "fat." but I think I'm okay looking and now when my family calls me "chubs," it doesn't hurt my feelings. At the end of the day, "fat" is a word, not a feeling. Love who you are OP. if fat people make your brother so "uncomfortable," maybe he should seek therapy or else he's in for a rough life because bigger people are everywhere. There's nothing wrong with looking different. As long as you feel happy and confident and your doctor says you're healthy, no one can say anything to tear you down. :)
_wraith 15
As I see it that's his issue to overcome, not yours. If you're healthy and happy about your weight than don't sweat it! And if not start working towards a happier you! Your brother needs to figure out some things for himself as well, and decide if he's going to let this get in the way of talking to family. Good luck OP!
lifeofpie25 16
screw him
oopsfail 11
Ummm ouch?! That's harsh on your brother's behalf
courtjester86 8
You shouldn't accept your weight, it's healthy yet not. I did the same, but this lowers your standards for yourself, if are to do that, what else are to to just " accept". I now work out and have high standards for more of everything