Is Political Correctness Making Us Fat?
I realize that many of my posts may rub some people the wrong way. This day and age, people are offended by just about everything. It's almost like people have to choose at least one thing to be offended about in life. So, if we are having to watch our steps and be careful to guard our tongues against "offensive" material (or comments that can be deemed offensive) in the name of PC, can we put two and two together and say that the political correctness movement is making everyone fat?
The Power Of PC On The Mind
Think about something for a second. People don't just walk up and down the street nowadays and say "Damn man, you're fat." Seriously, everytime we talk about someone that is overweight, we say that they are "big boned", "hefty", or even "pleasantly plump".
These comments make it seem like it's not such a big deal. Imagine this. Imagine that people told you the ruthless truth about things when you asked them. No one is trying to "soften" the blow.
Picture you asking your wife or husband's response when you ask them "Honey, do you think I'm fat?"
What would you do if you were fifty pounds overweight and they said "Yes, you seriously need to drop 50 pounds, babe."
Would you take offense? Would you get angry? Would you go into the "But you are supposed to love me for me" mentality? Would you think that they were trying to be mean?
OR would you appreciate the fact that the person that loves you the most actually told you the honest truth in their opinion. After all, they don't make it a point to lie to you.
You did ask a question. Did you want them to tell you what you want to hear or did you want an honest response.
In my experience, no one ever wants to face the truth about their situation. In fact, when people are smacked in the face with it, they get defensive, pissed off, or offended by the comments that were made.
Would you be offended if your spouse or loved one was trying to give you an honest answer to your question? Think about it.
Until you can come face to face with the fact that you are overweight and need to do something about it, nothing will ever come of your weight loss. The most successful people have an uncanny ability to accurately and honestly analyze their personal situations and make changes where needed.
Don't pass the buck and make it seem like no one is sensitive to your needs. Honestly evaluate where you are.....and make a move.