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My PE teacher's 11-word remark still haunts me 20 years on

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The article on MSN discusses the lasting impact of a negative comment made by a PE teacher to a student, now an adult, about 20 years ago. The individual, who was overweight as a child, was told by their PE teacher, "You'll never be good at sports because of your size." This remark has haunted the person into adulthood, affecting their self-esteem and relationship with physical activity. The article explores how such offhand comments from authority figures like teachers can have profound, long-term effects on a person's mental health and body image. It also touches on the broader implications of how physical education is taught, advocating for a more inclusive and supportive approach that encourages participation and health rather than focusing on athletic prowess or body shaming.

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