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Don’t Shame Back: The Importance of the “Golden Rule”

 Don’t Shame Back: The Importance of the “Golden Rule” 

                                                    
The “Golden Rule” is the simple kindergarten rule: TREAT OTHERS THE WAY YOU WANT TO BE TREATED. If you are in a situation where you are on the receiving side of body shaming, remember! You do NOT have to shame the other person back. Fighting fire with fire is NOT effective.

Another way to think about it: Fighting fire with fire creates more fire, while fighting fire with water will put it out and stop it from spreading.

Potential Alternative Solutions:

  1. Take a deep breath to calm your nerves and consider your words before you speak.

  2. Convey your feelings in an honest way.

    1. Ex. “Hey, that’s actually really hurtful. Could you maybe not say that, please?” 

  3. Take your time! You can always go back to the conversation later and convey your feelings in an honest way (2). 



If you are in a situation where you are on the receiving side of body shaming, remember! You do NOT have to shame the other person back. Fighting fire with fire is NOT effective. 

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