NAAFA Community Voices Blog
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Santa and Stigma: Thoughts on the Thinning of a Fat Icon
I say bring on Santas of all sizes, all races, all genders! Whether that's retelling the Santa story, casting actors to be mall Santas, or dressing yourself up as the world's most recognizable jolly fat guy, I think the Santa story should be accessible to folx from many walks of life in whatever ways bring them joy and help them spread joy. I love Santas!
But there is only one kind of Santa experience I cannot abide. There is no room in my life for Body Shame Santa Stories.
Surviving the Season
With others to care and provide for and so much to do, it is important that you take care of yourself to avoid becoming sick. It's impossible to have that holiday of everyone's dreams this year; we really need to protect ourselves and our loved ones by being extra careful.