<p>The word "fat" is routinely used as an insult, because it's the worst thing most people can think of being. But for people like Samantha Stiers, a larger body can be comfortable and comforting. </p>

The word "fat" is routinely used as an insult, because it's the worst thing most people can think of being. But for people like Samantha Stiers, a larger body can be comfortable and comforting.

<p>The word "fat" is routinely used as an insult, because it's the worst thing most people can think of being. But for people like Samantha Stiers, a larger body can be comfortable and comforting.&nbsp;</p>

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More than 70% of Americans are heavier than is considered healthy, and yet fat people are shamed, humiliated, and blamed for their condition. Life looks very different when you're fat. Here, people share their stories about living as a fat person in America.

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