Growing up, I’ve always struggled with the way my body looked. It was like I had to be a certain weight or eat this type of food to look like a certain person. It was a struggle, and I’m pretty sure a lot of people besides me have been through that too. Now that I’m at that phase in my teenage years where I have a little more freedom and independence, I’ve learned that I don’t have to be like that. I don’t have to worry about what to eat, and I don’t have to worry about who cares what I eat. I eat everything now.

I walk into school everyday with a bunch of food in my backpack that I know I will eat during third block. I could snack on Skinny Pop popcorn all day and eat a whole box of Cheez It’s with no regrets. Whenever I’m out with my friends, I’m always ordering a full course meal, while the person next to me just orders a salad. I love food, and I don’t care what anyone thinks of me when I say that. If there are seconds, then you’ll see me in line for thirds. If there’s a bake sale going on, I’m going to try your brownies and cookies and act like I’m a taste tester from the Food Network.
So many people today struggle with eating. Some people don’t want to enjoy a slice of chocolate cake because they’re afraid of what people might think or how their body might turn out. Literally my friends, it’s OKAY to treat yourself. There’s nothing wrong with pulling up to the McDonald’s drive through every now and then. Of course there are going to be people out there who will judge you, but who cares? It’s your life. Have fun with what you eat because food is so good. Take an extra oreo or eat a whole bowl of mashed potatoes to yourself because what people think of you doesn’t matter. When you eat, do it for yourself, no one else.