International No Diet Day MAY 6th!

I found this recently and felt it applicable to my (and others) quest to develop healthy lifestyles. http://www.largesse.net/INDD/ International No Diet Day-- Celebrated on May 6 International No Diet Day (INDD) is an annual celebration of body acceptance and diversity. It is observed on May 6 each year. WHAT IS INDD? INDD is a day to: Celebrate the beauty and diversity of ALL our natural sizes & shapes Affirm everyBODY's right to health, fitness, and emotional well-being Declare a personal one-day moratorium on diet/weight obsession Learn the facts about weight-loss dieting, health, and body size Recognize how dieting perpetuates violence against women Honor the victims of eating disorders and weight-loss surgery Help end weight discrimination, sizism and fatphobia WHO CELEBRATES INDD? INDD is for everyBODY! Since its origin in 1992, INDD has been celebrated by size acceptance, anti-diet, body image, and eating disorders activists, groups, and individuals around the world who want to empower people of all sizes. Events and activities will be held in cities and towns spanning the globe. HOW CAN I CELEBRATE INDD? There are many ways to celebrate, by yourself or with others. This site can help you find a way to celebrate INDD that's right for you. DOES INDD HAVE A SYMBOL? Yes, the light blue ribbon was designated by INDD's founder, Mary Evans Young, as its international symbol. This year on May 6, we invite you to put on a light blue ribbon and join the celebration! Take Care, Jamie Lap RNY 10/9/02 Dr. Singh 320/163 5'9'' (lost 45 before Surgery) Plastics 6/9/04 & 11/11/2005 Dr. King "Being happy doesn't mean everything's perfect, it just means you've decided to see beyond the imperfections!"

How awesome!!! Thank you for sharing this, Jamie!!!