[Content Note: Today’s post contains mentions of weight related biases and prejudices, in the context of job hunting while overweight. If this is a consideration for you, then I encourage …
My Story: Job Hunting While Overweight
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My Story: An Open Letter to the Company Who Deserves Me
There’s a saying going around when it comes to a job hunt that the companies who deserve us, get us. After a year of job hunting with no results whatsoever, …
Brussels Sprouts Stink Like Wet Farts!
Ok, the title’s a bit click-baity, but just run with me here. I was over on LinkedIn the other day, and someone was talking about how they weren’t crazy about …
My Story: Fuck the Tobacco Industry, Part 2
At this point in my blog, my feelings toward the tobacco industry are no secret if you’ve been here for more than a hot minute. If not, then here it …
In Memoriam: Death of a Parent
[Content Note: Today’s post contains mentions of tragic circumstances, specifically the death of a parent, smoking-related illnesses, and also mentions of suicide. If either or all of these are things …
Social Life Changes After Weight Loss
If you’ve lost some weight in the past, or are losing weight now, you may have noticed that things started changing for you outside of your clothing size. Like social …
I Lost the Weight, Now They Want Me Back!
One of the things I’ve seen come up in various forums, and what I’ve personally experienced in my own weight loss journey or weight loss mission (including last time and …
Public Service Announcement: Dear Tobacco Industry
I had plans for a post like this in the works long before we ever got the news from my family member’s care team, long before this blog even came …
Loose Skin After Weight Loss
It’s come up a time or two around here that I’ve lost some weight over these past few years, and as of the date of this posting, I’m getting closer …
Are Weight Loss Injections Safe?
As someone who’s been in the hamster wheel of crash diets and wacky quick fixes in the quest for weight loss, I know firsthand the feelings that go into seeking …