body size social class: why are you poor? because youre fat!
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This is a world that values appearance, and even more so, a time that values body shape.
No one is willing to look past your bloated exterior to explore your excellent inner qualities, and your body shape to some extent reflects your character, habits... and represents the social class you belong to.
At some point, being fat has become the antonym of being affluent.
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This is an era that values body shape.
Because of being too fat, you can't find suitable clothes;
Because of being too fat, you can't find a job;
Because of being too fat, you don't have a boyfriend;
Because of being too fat, your husband doesn't look at you properly;
Because of being too fat, your child doesn't want you to go to school;
Because of being too fat, your boss often makes fun of your body shape;
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Do these scenarios often happen around you?
Previously, a famous middle school in Shanghai even checked the parents' body shape during the entrance interview for primary school. Students with overweight parents were not accepted because poor body shape in parents implies poor self-management skills, and parents' behavior can influence and even be passed on to their children.
Oh my, when did society become so cruel to fat people? Discriminated against when looking for a job, despised when looking for a partner, and even after finally getting married and having children, thinking life has entered a new chapter, it still affects the next generation's education.
To put it bluntly, this is an era that values body shape. A person's body shape reflects their character and attitude towards life. A person who is too fat must have some issues with their lifestyle and habits. Those who can manage their body shape well have a sense of balance in their hearts and will not let themselves drift aimlessly.
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A good body shape is a symbol of strength.
Body management represents self-management.
The greatest enemy of a person is themselves. To 'control your mouth and move your legs,' to manage your body shape well, you must learn to restrain yourself and fight against your comfort zone. Whether it's diet, routine, or lifestyle habits, you must take them seriously. However, stepping out of your comfort zone to do things that are not so 'comfortable' is really difficult. When you can manage your body shape well, you can also manage your work and life well.
Persisting in exercising even when work and study are exhausting; decisively turning off the TV to go to sleep after watching one episode of a drama; stopping yourself from indulging in food at a gathering... These seemingly small things reflect your strict self-discipline and persistent willpower.
When you have the ability and qualifications but your physical condition is not good, it greatly affects your chances of promotion and salary increase, reaching the peak of your life. As a leader, your routine is definitely irregular, requiring frequent meetings, overtime, business trips, social engagements... all kinds of demands, which is when physical strength becomes crucial.
When your weight affects your work and your quality of life starts to decline, how can you talk about striving and fighting? Therefore, a good body shape is a symbol of strength.
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Body shape represents the social class you belong to.
In the book 'Class,' it is mentioned that 'your weight is a declaration of your social status. A hundred years ago, being fat was a sign of success. But those days are long gone. Today, being fat is a sign of the lower middle class. Compared to the upper middle class and the middle class, the lower middle class has four times as many obese people.'
Why are you poor? Because you are fat!
There are many well-known entrepreneurs who love sports and usually manage their body shape very well. Henry Paulson, CEO of Goldman Sachs and former U.S. Treasury Secretary, likes to participate in rugby; Jean Christophe Babin, global president of TAG Heuer, loves sailing and has participated in the America's Cup; Wang Shi, founder of Vanke, has climbed the highest peaks on all seven continents and successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest as early as 2008.
Those who are unambitious and accustomed to living in their comfort zone are more likely to have bloated bodies, big bellies, and appear mediocre.
Moreover, research shows that the lower-income groups in China occupy the majority of the obese population.
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The gap between the rich and the poor fully illustrates that being thin is a luxury.
Apart from genetic factors, obesity is caused by unreasonable diet and lack of exercise. Many people at the bottom of society do not have a life; they only have survival.
To survive, they often stay up late and work overtime, work hours far exceed the limit, lack sleep, and have irregular lives; they squeeze time to work, often binge eating or skipping meals... They are too busy dealing with survival issues to think about managing their body shape and finding time to exercise. Therefore, 'overwork obesity' is becoming more common.
Those with some economic freedom are increasingly aware that health is the greatest wealth. They are willing to spend money on green, organic, and pollution-free food, invest in fitness management, and make time for exercise.
Being thin is really a luxury that the poor cannot afford.
A good body shape is like an expensive piece of clothing. To wear it, you must spend money, time, and energy, and have persistent willpower and determination.
Believe that every step you take and every bit of persistence you show will be reflected in your body shape.
A good body shape contains your full self-discipline, and self-discipline can change your life!
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