My particular body type has definitely shaped how I act and who I am as a person today. Having been a big guy all my life, I know what it is like to be discriminated against because of one's appearance. On the other hand, I also know what it is like to be respected due to my size. A person's body type can have a drastic effect on how people treat them, how they dress, and their self-image.
I have been overweight since I was a child. My weight reached its highest point during my high school years. …
