The Me: You Can’t See “Body Shaming & Mental Health” (Part. 1)

written by Oliver Schofield

"The impact it has on a person will be something those who have never been through it will understand."

People nowadays don't tolerate body shaming and they recognize mental health issues, the impact it has on a person will be something those who have never been through it will understand. It takes a toll on one’s mental health, so before you comment or post something take a second to be mindful and think about the impact it may have.

Body shaming is hurtful and should never be tolerated, if anyone reading this too has been bodyshamed I know how it feels.

“I’m sorry you’ve had to experience that but know that you are more than your appearance, you are a capable, unique and worthy person and you are never alone.”

First I would like to start off by saying in no way is body shaming okay, many people including myself at times struggle with body image and insecurity and body shaming will only make people feel worse. No matter what the situation may be, please never resort to body shaming.

Words hurt and can seriously stick with someone for a very long time once they are said, simply words may seem harmless but they are far from it. Words can very easily damage ones self esteem so please, think before you speak. Put yourself in the opposing person’s shoes.

Ask yourself “if i were to be told this, would it hurt my feelings?” — if in any way it could hurt someone’s feelings do not say it, it is better to “kill people with kindness,” than to attack and be rude to someone. Some actions are unforgivable but no matter what, you should never body shame or bully someone. I have seen one specific account sending some limelights extreme hate and disrespect and that makes me upset because nobody deserves to be body shamed or bullied, if you are reading this I want to ask you to please stop interacting with that account because if they keep getting attention they will just keep attacking and shaming people because they think they are getting “famous” for doing so.

While I understand wanting to stick up for those you love it is best to report, block and message that person personally to make sure they are okay.

• Please make sure you are checking up on these people who were shamed and attacked today because nobody deserves to go through that.
• Please make sure we are sending love to these people and making sure that they are okay after what has happened.

The way this ties into Mental Health Awareness week is because bullying and body shaming can extremely affect someone’s mental health and self esteem, I want everyone to know that they are not alone and that we are here for anyone who needs someone to turn to when they are struggling.

“If you need someone to talk to please don’t hesitate to dm me, I’m here for you.” — I’m so sorry to the people having to go through this, it is so disrespectful of them to be doing this once again I am so sorry.

To end off, I would just like to say you all are so loved and so appreciated and I really want you to know that we are here for you no matter what. Nobody deserves to deal with their mental health alone so please do not hesitate to shoot us a dm if you are struggling.

To make sure everyone knows they are loved and so very appreciated.

*to be continued....