Quote by Sloane Crosley

In New York, if you weigh under 200 pounds and decline so much as a cookie at a co-worker's party, women will flock to your side, assuring you of your appealing physique. This is how skittish we are about the dangers of anorexia and the pressures of body image.

In New York, if you weigh under 200 pounds and decline so mu

Summary

This quote highlights the societal pressures and anxieties surrounding body image, particularly in New York. It suggests that refusing food and maintaining a thin physique can garner positive attention and validation from others. The quote also reveals the fear of anorexia and the extreme measures some may take to meet societal standards of beauty. It sheds light on the subtle ways in which society reinforces these pressures and the desire for acceptance based on physical appearances.

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By Sloane Crosley

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