I feel like I would be remiss if I did not mention this last point. As a whole, our society accepts fat shaming. So many other things we shun and try to change, but fat shaming continues. 

As someone that has struggled with my weight since the day I was born (seriously, I was a big baby), I can honestly say that weight is not all about diet and exercise. 

Before you string me up...yes, I know that plays a HUGE (no pun intended) part in someone's health. However, there are other factors that you may not realize. For example, many medical issues cause excessive weight gain or trouble losing weight. I suffer from gastroparesis, which means that I cannot eat the traditional diet recommendations that are high in fiber without suffering extreme abdominal pains (i.e. raw fruits and vegetables). That makes eating a balanced diet really tough. Additionally, I suffer from a connective tissue disease that makes exercise really painful. 

I am not making excuses. I am well aware that my diet is not always great or that I should work out more. All I am saying is to give others grace and give yourself grace. You would not want someone to pick you apart or shame you for something you give yourself plenty of flack over. Trust me when I say that I tear myself down plenty without being fat shamed.