She sure showed them!
Whitney Thore is a radio host who has struggled with her weight from a young age, leading to yo-yo dieting, eating disorders, and a whole bunch of self-esteem issues. For a while, she was trying desperately to lose 200 pounds, thinking that society would think of her as more beautiful if she conformed to their ideals. But then, one of her coworkers suggested that she show the world that she (and many other plus-sized people) are anything but lazy slobs by posting a video of her doing what she loved most: dancing. When Whitney followed their advice, she gained a lot more than thousands of adoring fans.
Just like this woman who doesn't let her weight stop her from dancing onstage in a bikini, Whitney has decided to love her body for what it can do regardless of how it looks… and it shows! This girl can work it better way better than anyone I know! She has decided that she's beautiful from the inside out, and this has resulted in her starting The No Body Shame Campaign. The movement inspires men, women, and children of all shapes, sizes, and ages to love and celebrate their bodies no matter how well they fit the cookie-cutter mold that society wants them to be.
Whitney's amazing performance and attitude truly shows us that the number on the scale is really just a number. Being healthy, active, and happy with yourself, just like this stunning plus-sized pole dancer, is far more important. Way to go, Whitney! You are truly an inspiration.
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