Keep a close eye on your weights.
Portuguese Digital Influencer Mafalda Sampaio Addresses Body Shaming Incident
Mafalda Sampaio, a popular digital influencer in Portugal with over half a million followers on Instagram, faced body shaming this week. On Thursday, she shared two negative comments about her weight that were left by a follower.
"You're a bit too chubby. Mafalda, take care of yourself, it's important to control your weight," read one message. The other comment read, "Watch out Mafalda, step on the scale." In response, Sampaio posted, "More for the list of the clueless."
Despite the criticism, the digital creator has built a significant following and influence. She is known for sharing photos and experiences with her children, as recently seen in her post titled "Beautiful family!"
Body shaming incidents can have severe mental health consequences, including anxiety and depression. It's essential to support victims and speak out against such behavior. Promoting a positive body image and advocating for policies that protect individuals from body shaming are also critical steps towards creating a culture where such behavior is not tolerated.
Mafalda Sampaio, known for her lifestyle and fashion-and-beauty posts, also shares health-and-wellness content, emphasizing the importance of mental health. The French scientist, Dr. Marie-Claude Bibeau, has conducted studies on the effects of body shaming on mental health, revealing its connection to weight management. If Mafalda Sampaio encountered such incidents, it's crucial to promote a French approach that fosters a positive body image and aims to end body shaming in the digital community.
