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Originally Posted by jimmy simpson
I've gained weight over the last few years. I feel embarrassed about it sometimes when I visit providers. I was in good shape a few years ago. Do you guys ever feel this way?
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Johnny Simpson - you are brave for reaching out and speaking to others. Others may joke about your question, but for some it can be a serious issue. It sounds as if this has bothered you for awhile and it's good that you are reaching out.
Now are you morbidly obese, or just a few pounds?
Is your view of yourself unrealistic?
Maybe you should speak with your physician about your weight, and how you view yourself, etc.
A normally healthy weight range for an individual can be perceived as overweight by someone with a distorted body image. And it is not uncommon for obese individuals to report that they did not realize they were as large as they are and had perceived their body as much smaller until an occasion arises where they see a photograph, video or window reflection that strikes a nerve and causes them to come to terms with their actual image.
I don't think anyone is actually satisfied with the way they look.
I am tall and slender and by far not overweight, i'm at the low-end of my acceptable weight range, but I don't like the way I look! I would love to put on an extra 3-5 pounds or so. I accept the way I look and my doctor has advised me I don't need to put on any weight but when I go to providers, it does bothers me just a bit because I think I'm too thin, but I know it is all in my head.
Whether you are average weight, overweight or morbidly obese, it sounds like you don't like the way you look. And if that is becoming a problem for you, work on doing something about it! The problem wont just go away by itself. Recognizing and acknowledging your feelings will help you become more comfortable in your body and lessens the tendency to suppress feelings.