I clicked on a headline on the AOL news yesterday about the actress Kirstie Alley "collapsing" because of the stress of her weight gain back to 265 pounds. As most Bational Enquire-ish types of stories, I certainly do not know the validity of the story, but certainly her weight struggles have been well chronicled. Moreover, she at one point was a spokesperson for one of the prepackaged meak programs that advertise all over, so her weight relapse has been detailed extensively and serves as a reminder that weight issues cross all socioeconomic spectrums, intelligence, etc.
The "need for help" in losing weight should not be construed as some sort of "weakness" or character disorder. Virtually EVERYONE who has a weight problem needs outside help, and if this was not the case, then there would be no overweight people in America. Yet, 67% of Americans are overweight and I would bet that 0% of overweight people want to be overweight.
Kirstie Alley obviously needs lots of help, and this does not make her a bad, weak or stupid person. There are many issues most likely involved including psychological and chemical components. If you or anyone else in your life is overweight, then do not hesitate to seek help. This is not a weakness and shold not be embarrassing.
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I totally agree!!! Overweight people need help just like underweight people need help. Everyone needs help in some area of their lives and there's no shame in asking or seeking for help! Thanks, Doc!
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