Hoda Kotb reflected on a body-shaming comment from a former boss, recounting, 'Hey, I got an idea. Maybe you might want to try to get on the treadmill.' This shocking remark left her questioning her self-perception.
Kotb stated, 'You know when you have a perception of yourself that is not the perception of the world? Yeah, so I was like, 'What are you talking about?' This highlights the disconnect between self-image and external viewpoints.
On workplace pressures, Kotb articulated, 'If you don't fit, people will want you to wear something a certain way, cut your hair a certain way, speak a certain way.' This underscores the challenges individuals face to conform in professional settings.
Referencing the broader issue of weight discrimination, a 2023 survey noted that almost 72% of US workers facing unfair treatment due to their weight felt compelled to quit their jobs, highlighting the seriousness of the issue.
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