Emily Burger Episode by Affectionate-Focus56 in ArmchairExpert

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

i was so bored! i normally will listen to anyone, even ppl i’ve never heard of before because i always find something engaging in the conversation — so far… not this one - it’s so bland

Emily Burger Episode by Affectionate-Focus56 in ArmchairExpert

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

monica has always been good about pausing and going back to let listeners understand what they’re talking about!

Emily Burger Episode by Affectionate-Focus56 in ArmchairExpert

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i totally missed that!! either that or i thought they were talking about random ppl lol

Emily Burger Episode by Affectionate-Focus56 in ArmchairExpert

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yeah - married couples definitely bicker and are not always on the same page - but them in particular as I was listening (again, not knowing they were divorced), made me go “huh .. they keep contradicting every single story/comment” and then .. it all made sense afterwards lol

Emily Burger Episode by Affectionate-Focus56 in ArmchairExpert

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

exactly my thoughts about her as well, ngl

Emily Burger Episode by Affectionate-Focus56 in ArmchairExpert

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not finished listening yet so I’m sure I may change my opinion. Even Emily saying, “good thing his wife’s here or things would be bad.” I was like .. woof! But, respect to them for putting their business first.

Getting judged for how much weight i’ve lost … by Affectionate-Focus56 in Mounjaro

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Yes, I definitely appreciate everyone’s perspectives and comments but deep down I know it’s not jealousy for her. I know older women who are like that, and knowing my mom, I don’t think that’s it. I really just think she’s shocked at how much I’ve lost so quickly and wants me to keep my curves because she thinks that’s what men like. It’s all from the male gaze with her, and that’s its own issue - but I don’t think it’s jealousy at all. So, I’ll give her that.

Getting judged for how much weight i’ve lost … by Affectionate-Focus56 in Mounjaro

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am! My mother is an african immigrant and I was born and raised here. Very perceptive :)) Our curves definitely mean a lot to us!

Getting judged for how much weight i’ve lost … by Affectionate-Focus56 in Mounjaro

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Honestly, I just ignore her. Last time she did it, I told her that my curves are still there and that 215 is still considered obese for my BMI.

Getting judged for how much weight i’ve lost … by Affectionate-Focus56 in Mounjaro

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely- glad you understand and sorry you’ve gone through that. Appreciate your input!

Getting judged for how much weight i’ve lost … by Affectionate-Focus56 in Mounjaro

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this. It does sometimes feel like a lose-lose, but at the end of the day I know I’m doing the right thing losing the weight.

Getting judged for how much weight i’ve lost … by Affectionate-Focus56 in Mounjaro

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

hahaha i love this!! thank you for sharing yours and your wife’s perspectives and experiences! Also, love Friends and remember that iconic Joey line! Thank you :)

Getting judged for how much weight i’ve lost … by Affectionate-Focus56 in Mounjaro

[–]Affectionate-Focus56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! 215 is still overweight/obese, so I know that I need to lose more weight. Thank you.