Don't Judge a Book by its Cover

[Drolefille]

Originally Posted by DrPhil

That depends on the tone and the context of the message. The article did seem to want to distinguish between the "good obese people" and the "bad obese people." But, that's based on my perception which may be different than the intent of the article.

I think it's pretty obvious, personally. There's a heavy focus on fault and shame and that's pretty standard.

Maybe and maybe not. Such uncertainty and subpar information and resources are why there is research and outreach on obesity and the Black community.

It's possible but it's a fairly consistent pattern in any community to put off "blame" because it's considered shameful. I'm not familiar enough with the issues specific to the black community to comment.

And I am only responding based on what I want to type about. Cheers. If this thread was just for the two of us, I would've private messaged it to you.

Actually, I'm aware of this. And I believe that your selective response to discussions like this, as well as throwing out "LOL" and "Yes, very good." in an otherwise polite discussion comes off as condescending and counterproductive.

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by Drolefille

I'm not familiar enough with the issues specific to the black community to comment.

Okay and that goes back to "maybe and maybe not," which likely isn't exclusive to the Black community.

Originally Posted by Drolefille

Actually, I'm aware of this. And I believe that your selective response to discussions like this, as well as throwing out "LOL" and "Yes, very good." in an otherwise polite discussion comes off as condescending and counterproductive.

Again, that is your interpretation and assumption of what "yes, very good" and "LOL" were intended to convey. But, since you insist on chasing your own tale () regardless of my intention and where I want this thread to go, I shall say "mission accomplished" to the bolded.