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Everything Wrong With The Buzz Around Adele’s Weight Loss
There’s a lot to unpack…
Today I want to discuss singer Adele’s 100lb+ weight loss that has been publicised and discussed to death in both traditional and social media. Many people rave about how fabulous she looks, and others condemn her for betraying women. I think both of these viewpoints are problematic, and I’ll explain why.
Before I do, though, I want to say I was a little sad when I saw the pictures. I loved the way she looked before and thought she suited her curves. However, no one owes me a specific body, and it’s entirely her choice. If she’s happy, it’s none of my business.
Comments About Adele’s Weight Loss That Are Just Plain Wrong
1) Almost Everyone Is Complimenting Her
As I explained in my post about weight-based compliments, I don’t think they’re a good idea. Firstly, it perpetuates society’s belief that looks are all important. Sadly, that belief has led to a massive upswing in anxiety, depression and eating disorders, particularly amount young women.
Also, in the spirit of equality, I want to remind women that their worth lies far, far beyond how they look. Adele has an incandescent talent both in songwriting and singing. To me, that’s what we…
