Tag Archives: Shame

#359 On Public Exercise

by Seth Simonds on 13. Dec, 2009 in Weightloss

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I was embarrassed to be seen exercising in public.
That was strange to me because the process of exercising was intended to help make me feel more comfortable with being seen in public. I was intent on increasing my fitness level and sculpting my body into something I could [...]

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The Shame Of Obesity, My Scarlet Letter

by Seth Simonds on 29. Nov, 2009 in Weightloss

This is a terrifying moment. I am surprised at my fear because my obesity is not a hidden thing. I am not a gambling addict, a heroin junkie, or have some other habit that can be hidden with excuses and lies. Imagine what it would be like to walk around with all your pertinent financial [...]

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