The problem with obesity extends beyond the superficial; the outer appearance.
What matters even more is that the individual's social fabric is broken as the mental and spiritual state inside deteriorates.
Imagine you are out having fun with your girlfriends.
You noticed a cute guy, you established eye contact, only to be rejected because of your physical appearance.
It's not fair and certainly your uniqueness and character isn't at fault.
You haven't even spoken yet! But living in this fast paced world at break-neck speed, one makes judgments in split seconds and because first impression matters, obesity diminishes chance encounters.
Next week, your parents from aboard comes for a visit.
It's been 2 yrs since you last saw them and you have "expanded".
Anxiety rises.
They approached closer and closer.
You can see the shock on their faces.
Next comes the killer line - "Oh my god! What happened to you? Did a hippo get in there?" Ok, I'm being too harsh with my words, but you know what I mean.
How would you feel?How would you respond? That you are lazy? That there's nothing you can do about it? Aren't they merely excuses?

It's bad enough not to acknowledge the state of your present body, it's even worse to go on living under the shadows of obesity

Most of us already know the dangers of obesity.
We already know the ill effects of obesity on our health.
The problem is most of us choose to be in a state of denial.
It's bad enough not to acknowledge the state of your present body, it's even worse to go on living under the shadows of obesity and the resulting side-effects it does to your soul, to your well-being, to your lifestyle and to your confidence.
Looking good comes first from feeling good inside.
And feeling good inside comes from a renewed sense of pride, purpose, drive, fulfillmen and love.
Let no obesity plunge you into the depth of despair.
Let us make a pledge to rid obesity starting with ourselves today.