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#1 is win and the truth.
#1 is far from win – thanks to SL I’ve lost 80 lbs over two years. I wanted to look more like my av, and now I do. It was inspiring.
#1 is NOT win.
There are far more disabled people on SL than I thought there were. The reason some people don’t exercise is simply because they physically can’t, and I bet that includes some content creators.
On the other hand, there are some who exercise but stay the same size. Keep in mind that big doesn’t necessarily exclude healthy. You can be curvy, round, thick, etc and be completely healthy AND gorgeous. Not every fat person is a lazy slob who lives on Big Macs, just like not every skinny person has a perfect diet and strict exercise regimen.
Whoever wrote that secret is an ass, and I’d much rather be big girl than a complete ass.
http://fuckyeahchubbygirls.tumblr.com/
Thanks for that awesome link!
The “fat rolls” could be figurative.
So… my guess is you’re one of those “chubby” girls? That’d be the only reason I see for you getting so defensive, then posting a link to some fat chicks in panties. I believe the poster intended it to be just the honest truth, because it’s going to be a FACT of life that you get a few extra pounds… be it 100 or 2 when you spend as much time as some do sitting on their asses. And it’s a tad callous to assume again they are inferring the disabled…. like come on.
I personally don’t mind some weight and I do hate skin and bone, but some of those girls where a little too much. I’d prefer a girl who isn’t the epitome of lazy mind you, so if she has a little weight for reasons she cannot control, there’s nothing wrong with that.
And how do you tell, by looking, if a girl is “lazy” or “unable to lose weight”. You can’t. Judgment of people on the basis of appearance is ridiculous.
So… my guess is you’re one of those “chubby†girls? That’d be the only reason I see for you getting so defensive, then posting a link to some fat chicks in panties. I believe the poster intended it to be just the honest truth, because it’s going to be a FACT of life that you get a few extra pounds… be it 100 or 2 when you spend as much time as some do sitting on their asses. And it’s a tad callous to assume again they are inferring the disabled…. like come on.
I personally don’t mind some weight and I do hate skin and bone, but some of those girls where a little too much. I’d prefer a girl who isn’t the epitome of lazy mind you, so if she has a little weight for reasons she cannot control, there’s nothing wrong with that.
#1- I would be interested to see Truth’s fat rolls.
#2- Your strength is admirable. Stick to it, better things will come.
#3- I think you are awesome. <3
#4- You are much worse. Those 'lonely and delusional' SL guys are RL people with hope, and you are a destructive virus.
#5- If he is a really good friend, you can either tell him, as a friend.. and both of you deal with it, or just suck it up and enjoy his company. I am sorry. That is a tough one.
#1 HAHAHAHAHA! Cash out the profit for lipo or Jenny Craig.
#4 Nothing wrong with that IMO, work it!
#1 – LOSE. It is possible to make SL a job or joblike experience and still have time to work out. Just because your fat ass doesn’t make the time doesn’t mean no else is.
#2 – Aww, you’re better off without him sugar. *hug*
#3 – So cute. You really care and it shows!
#4 – You’re a bitch. And a thief. Have you gotten one of them to send you money to buy the copy bot viewer yet?
#5 – *LURRRVE* So cute! And good luck!
#4: I think you’re a pretty low person for taking advantage of obviously mentally and emotionally crippled people.
#5 Awwww..one of the sweetest and prettiest secrets ever!
1- a) Certainly not. b) fat rolls ftw anyway.
3- :3 That’s very sweet.
4- Content theft, hands down. (also, are you the same person that wrote the Lauren?)
Wow “admin” how do you really feel? Just another form of bigotry in my mind. I guess being a blogger automatically makes you “fit” right?
Epic fail.
Way to drag that one out faaaaar past what was actually being said. Carry on.
Fat People are people too! I used to be one. Doesn’t mean they are worth less than you. So even if they are getting fatter being on second life? Who cares! Its who they are inside and that won’t change. Shallow much?
Shallow people suck.
I’ve been on both sides of the appearance slider in real life, and the only difference is whether the shallow people kiss your backside or whether they mock you to your face.
They suck either way. I’d much rather be me in either case.
The way I interpret number #1 is this: Some people in SL care more about their image here than enhancing their experiences in RL. The fat rolls could be real or figurative my friends and represent the time lost in RL interacting with people and things you can’t really touch or feel. Sometimes it helps to think beyond the obvious with some of these secrets.
Number 3 is really very sweet.
Exactly what I think. People over react waaaaaaaaay too much. It wasn’t like the secret teller said. “You’re all aft ass losers!! BAHHAHHAA!” Nor did the secret give me the impression they felt they were better than anyone.
@ #4- Content theft is far worse than what you’re doing. No one is forcing these guys to send you anything. However, I think you’re playing with fire here- lonely and delusional men often turn into stalkers. Watch yourself.
1. That’s if they take the time to eat.
2. You can self destruct by yourself.
3. Aww that’s nice. You could go buy something yourself though(unless you already own everything in the store).
4. Why don’t you ask yourself that question..sense you seem to equate it with something that’s bad.
#4, you go girl, I see nothing wrong with what you’re doing, men are basicially dumb!
#5, the real trick is to be good friends when you come out the other side, whatever happens. Good luck.
yeah, #1 is not truth or win. it sounds like the sort of taunt thats a last resort for a playground argument. really disappointed in admin for agreeing with this jeer and this general level of nastiness.
I voted win because the L$ return on content nowadays is falling due to a failing economy. It’s becoming a pit to create content in SL, and it might be best if folks wake up and move on.
“Move on” to what, exactly? It’s not like the offline job market or economy are so stable, either. Also, not everyone has the same business plan — what may be the breaking point for one creator isn’t the breaking point for ALL creators. Some people draw the line at “I must always have at least three months’ tier in reserve plus 2000USD take-home pay on average per month” and others have completely different rules for their definition of business success.
I still don’t see how return on investment has fuck-all to do with anti-fat sentiment, however, so if you could actually explain how it’s “win” when it’s blatantly anti-fat, please do.
ROFL @ #4
Epic
for the record, sl got me knocked up and is actually making me fatter ;P
#3 is so sweet! Followed by #4 which is so sad
1-From conversations it appears that the men lose weight from playing SL while the women tend to gain. @ the lady who lost 80 lbs-big claps to you! If I had the money I’d sent you a whole new wardrobe…great accomplishment. Also, yes, there are alot of disabled people playing SL…but not all of them physically disabled, but mentally disabled.
2-Never, ever go back…be proud you broke away! You left for a reason.
3-You are truly a good and amazing friend. If everyone one in SL and RL had friends like you, there be less tears and more laughter.
4-Only you can answer that one…some people just like to give not expecting anything. But remember, what goes around comes around.
5-Falling in love? If they are free-tell them…what could it hurt?
1-Bitch had those long before SL and what perfect field do you work in?
2-If the habit was inability to move on – FAIL
3-Creepy. Get a puppy or kitten.
4-Until they find out you are a dude pushing 350 pounds.
5-You do know guy best friends are… Oh never mind, best of luck to you both and the kids you get from China.
Lmfaoo Adric your reply to #4 really jusr made my day
It’s a very sad thing that discrimination to people who are chubby/bigger/bbw/btm/etc is the ONLY form of discrimination that is acceptable in the world these days. Have you ever thought that those of us (Yes, I said US, I am chubby and proud of it. The reasons why I am are my own business.) who play SL and are bigger want to be loved and respected for who we are inside, without being automatically judged because of their weight? That’s what makes SL so great. Good job on playing the weight card though. Like we’ve never heard that one before.
“Admin”, thank you for the clarification, but frankly I still don’t see how that makes “SL’ers and content creators” fat. I don’t know about everyones sales out there but frankly our sales and ROI are up a bit lately since the crash. There are plenty of reasons for individual businesses to fail, but just because some do not mean its over for everyone, OR that everyone should “wake up and move on”.
No #3 is lovely, I often do that too <3
No#4 needs to get some self respect – are you trying to get revenge on men because of your own insecurities?
No, it’s not as bad as content theft, but I would be ashamed of myself if I was you
1: lol
3: awww
4: hey, they have money they dont use, and you want stuff. it works for everyone. i know it worked for me back in the day
Um SL sort of aided the process of me gaining a lot of weight when I was playing a lot (like 6 hours a day, it was what I did in the evenings). And now I’m not logging in as much and I’ve noticed a huge difference. I don’t think people are supposed to sit around a computer most of the time (it sort of reminds me of the movie UP). So I guess it depends on what effort people put into their RL vs. SL (I guess this is another one of those “GET AN RL!” secrets?) Everyone can lose weight if they want, and if they don’t, it’s their choice.
I work with disabled people and the results are the same regardless of disability. It helps some and hinders some, depends on the person (they are not all their disabilities). BTW disabled does not equal fat.
Bibe it is not true that everyone can lose weight, no matter how many bigots claim it is.
Some people cannot exercise, period. There are many reasons people gain weight besides food in/exercise out.
I feel sorry for the people you work for. They likely sense your bigotry.
awwwww #3! that’s very sweet and supportive. hmmm, now i wonder if anytime i sell a pose to someone i don’t know, it is probably one of my friends that i’m getting so excited about, haha. well i’d still be excited and touched if i knew