Why it worked
The post resonated with viewers by sharing a relatable personal struggle with body image and weight gain, common experiences amplified by relationships and health issues. The 'before and after' format is inherently engaging, and the vulnerability in sharing the causes behind the change fostered connection and likely encouraged engagement through shared experiences and advice.
Summary
The creator shares a before and after comparison of their weight gain, attributing it to relationship changes, thyroid issues, and medication side effects. They express discomfort with their current body and clothing fit.
Structure
- 1Introduction to relationship weight gain
- 2Detailing the weight gain and its impact on clothing
- 3Expressing past body confidence
- 4Describing current feelings of being fat and hiding
- 5Revealing the reality of weight gain causes
On-screen text
Relationship weight gain before and after
gained like 15+ lbs
115 -> 130
used to be so confident in my body
felt fat i hid behind my cardigan
could barely fit this skirt
you can see the weight in my legs
or maybe it's just me
i'll miss you ~
but hopefully i'll see you soon
reality:
relationship weight gain + thyroid issues + medication side effects