What was (is) the worst thing/s about being overweight?

the most hurtful feeling was invisibility. Even though I was and am larger I felt like no one saw me. I was trapped inside and was so embarrassed and out of control that fear kept me that way.

i'm 6 foot 2 inches and I weighed 336 at my heaviest. I stuck out like a sore thumb but still...I wasn't looked at as a human...more like a freak show. While I am still tall the way people have reacted to the weight loss is sobering. I had a man kind of come on to me. First time that I've ever noticed it. Bugged me out big time.

over all I am so thankful for this tool. I have a lot to overcome but i'm Not giving in any time soon!

For some of us, it's like coming out of the dark and into the light. Finally living life as it was meant to be lived

Maybe not THE worst thing, but:

Holding back from professional networking or not going for bigger, better job opportunities that I was very qualified for (they won't like me, nothing "nice" to wear to the interview, etc etc.)

OH WOW! I am with you....there were many times I wondered if I didn't get the promotion because I was the fat girl

For me, I think it was lying to myself and hiding under my fat. I am only 8 months out, but I feel like I was freed by my surgery. My own opinion became a priority. My own health became a priority. Other people's judgement doesn't hurt me anymore because I'm not ashamed of who I am.

Exactly and this is one of the most powerful "right on point" photo I ever saw! Feel familar?

Absolutely. One of my friends and I have actually discussed this photo before.

My health and mobility was deteriorating quickly and I didn't want to die in 7 years like my mom did when I turned 50. That year, I learned to love myself and not let life passed by, 4 years ago.

It!

i regret it now but i never took pictures with my children, it was always me taking pictures even with family and friends, mind you this was before the selfie stage lol. going to the department store getting the largest size they had and still not fitting.