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My Fat Friend was the most enlightening blog I read on Medium. And now she has a book that everyone should read. Many (most?) of us grew up in homes where anti-fatness was modeled. My parents constantly dieted. I was praised for my looks and weight loss.

Being fat isn't a personal failing or a choice. It's complicated and personal and frankly none of your business. But it is your business to treat fat people with respect as a fellow human. Please read this.