This week, Sis has an issue that I think we all at one time or another have struggled with. Here it is; Sis, my family is full of supermodels seriously keeping up with the dang Kardashians types. Not only in beauty, but also in size. I don't know if God was on an extended lunch break when it was my turn, but I literally drew the short end of the stick in every way. Look's, height, beauty, weight, even the social butterfly thing I have to be one of the most socially awkward people alive. I just really need help understanding my role because my family never lets me forget my shortcomings when we have gatherings & is getting kind of annoying. I try to laugh it off, but it kind of hurts my feelings. It's just been going on for so long. I don't know if they know that it's hurtful or if they care. Does anyone else deal with this type of stuff in their family & what do they do? Can you help a Sister out??
RGP Answer;
Well, Sis, I really don't know if everyone's family deals with this or to what level, but I definitely deal with some of this in my family also. So I know what you mean, but if you do not share your feelings they will never know. At times family members say stupid things repeatedly in settings as an ongoing joke. These "jokes" aren't funny when you are the intended target. Not thinking of the person that the joke is about. First, start by saying something, intentionally hurting may not be the intent, it's probably just a bad joke. At the end of the day no matter what they think it is all about how we feel about ourselves, Sis. The way that we view ourselves is Most important & you have to start by having a better self-image. "Love YOu" & everyone else will follow. We deal with enough hate from the outside world. We definitely need our homes & families to be our safe space, so share. If your family knew where your mind & heart was I bet they would change the tone of the conversations towards YOu. Sis, many arguments, conflict, & misunderstanding starts from a simple conversation that was never had. So have it Today!
Body Shaming
NOUN
the action or practice of mocking or stigmatizing someone by making critical comments about the shape, size, or appearance of their body.
"she is not the only celebrity to speak up about body shaming"
ADJECTIVE
expressing mockery or criticism about the shape, size, or appearance of a person's body.
"the singer has been dealing not only with heartache but with nasty body-shaming comments" ·
Real Girl Problemz Tribe; What advice do YOu'll have for Sis please share????
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