I've been on a bit of a weight loss journey for the past few months as I realized I was hardly fitting into my clothes and was looking rather chubby in photos. One major thing I noticed was the way people started to actively avoid eye contact with me while I'd try to talk to them (I work retail.) I've tended towards being thin my whole life other than five or so years ago when I packed on some weight. I figured it was related to my weight gain as I had experienced the same previously, but I also was tricking myself into thinking it was all in my head. But I've already slimmed down quite a bit the past few months as I've been putting work into exercising, dancing, and eating well... and damn. Not only am I noticing glances/people looking at me in my periphery but there is a noticeable increase in social interactions even when I'm keeping to myself and not making eye contact. I had someone go out of their way today to give me advice on something (I was buying art supplies) and was making so much conversation, asking what I was making, walking next to me, etc. People are opening doors again instead of letting them close in my face. Smiling. People have started to commenting on my appearance again, pointing out small things like how long my lashes are or how it's nice I don't wear makeup (?) It's insane and just a reminder that I'm really doing this for myself and my own health, not for people who would go out of their way act like I was either completely invisible or unworthy beforehand. If people want to be friendly now, great, though it's kind of off-putting. I will however take it as an encouraging sign that I am making progress.
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