http://www.resonant.org/20050709-fans-of-non-skinny Comments for "Fans of non-skinny" en http://www.resonant.org/20050709-fans-of-non-skinny <p>It appears that at least part of the populace is getting tired of the "in-danger-from-a-strong-breeze" look: fans of actress Lindsay Lohan have <a href="http://www.wftv.com/entertainment/4700373/detail.html">started a petition</a> to get her to "eat something" that has already amassed over twelve thousand signatures. They even have a <a href="http://www.feedlindsay.com/">web site</a> devoted to the cause, complete with merchandise.</p> <p>While I'm not fond of starved and fragile appearances myself (and find myself more amused than perhaps the situation warrants), I have to wonder with some sympathy what the actress thinks of all this. Although she might be healthier on a less restrictive diet, I'm not sure if having a crowd pressure you to eat <i>more</i> is any better on a social level than having a crowd pressure you to eat <i>less</i>. At some point, you're supposed to find the body shape that's healthy for you because <i>you</i> feel comfortable there.</p> <p>People spend far too much time contorting themselves to meet the expectations of strangers as it is.</p> <p><a href="http://www.resonant.org/20050709-fans-of-non-skinny">read more</a></p> http://www.resonant.org/20050709-fans-of-non-skinny#comments Amused Oddities Sociology Sat, 09 Jul 2005 23:33:07 -0400 Zed 874 at http://www.resonant.org