A woman from the United States who is currently vacationing in Australia recently shared her greatest concern regarding her upcoming journey.
“You’re welcome here,” Australians assure US woman
The traveller, who has a weight of 127kg, expressed her anxiety about locals criticizing her for being an overweight American.
The 31-year-old made a sincere Reddit post, seeking advice from fellow Australians on what to anticipate during her upcoming trip to Australia in January.
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“She wrote, expressing her concern about being judged for her weight as an American arriving in Australia.”
“I am a 31-year-old woman, and I will be traveling to Queensland later this month. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to meet new people and discover the Australian culture!”
“I feel worried that I might face discrimination due to being an overweight American weighing approximately 280 pounds.”
“I can demonstrate that I am not a self-entitled person like ‘Karen’ by simply not behaving like one. I am aware that many people tend to have negative assumptions about Americans, as there are unfortunately a significant number of individuals from my country who exhibit inappropriate behavior, especially when they are traveling internationally. However, one aspect that I cannot change is my weight. At least not by the middle of January.”
“I apologize for any potential insensitivity, as I don’t mean to imply that you are judgmental. I’m simply feeling anxious and would appreciate some information on what I should anticipate.”
“Australia is a diverse country,” Australians say
Later on, she mentioned, “I understand that there are overweight individuals in other countries. However, being overweight is often associated with social disapproval in many locations, including the United States. I am essentially inquiring about the extent of this social disapproval in Australia.”
In reply to the message, numerous Australians provided reassurance to the woman, stating that there was no need for her to be concerned.
One person reassured that there are also overweight individuals in Australia, implying that the person being addressed shouldn’t worry.
One individual penned a response stating, “Being a 310-pound (140kg) Australian myself, I extend my greetings to you in our weightier nation of Australia.”
One person’s response was: “You’ll be okay because there are many overweight individuals around to fit in with.”
‘You’ll be fine’
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Another point to consider is that while you may not face judgment for being overweight more than usual, there is a possibility of being judged for being American.
Some people provided suggestions to the woman on how she could prevent others from viewing her unfavorably as an American tourist.
One Reddit user replied, stating that being a loud and overweight American may result in being criticized, without any concerns whatsoever.
One person further commented: “Simply avoid behaving like a spoiled and arrogant individual, and everything will be okay.”
One person expressed their opinion by saying, “Being polite will generally ensure a positive experience. However, one thing that often upsets people is when negative comparisons are made. This is a behavior that American tourists are often known for.”
An additional point to keep in mind is to refrain from behaving in an offensive manner and constantly asserting the superiority of America in all aspects. By following this advice, you will ensure a positive experience.
