just because you didn't do this as a teen doesn't mean it's a new thing. Teenage fans have always been known to be extreme. Ever seen video footage of the Beatles performing? Or Take That, New Kids on the Block, etc. (yes, I'm old, sigh)? I didn't behave like this either back when I was a teenager in the 90s, but I…

That's not new though, this has always been the case. wanting to belong to a group and doing this by setting yourself apart from others by giving your group a specific name, wearing specific clothing, etc., really is as old as time, and feeling you need to attack any group or individual that is perceived as a threat…

He is funny, hyper intelligent, cute, British, and has the most adorable nerd-face ever - what's not to like?!?!?

Agreed! Whenever someone pointed out my "unhealthy" weight, no matter how calmly or nicely, I'd run straight to the fridge. Especially if you are an emotional eater (and really, most heavily obese people are - it's NEVER "just the food and exercise"), these "interventions" will never be anything but…

Oh God, this "tip" reminds me of my time at Weight Watchers, where one of their glorious tips against cravings/overeating was to brush your teeth so that you'd signal to your brain that it's done eating. The other was to put water or ketchup on the (sweet) food to make it inedible. No wonder so many women in that…