The constant commentary about my body has gone too far.
Words are not harmless; they carry weight, and they can affect a person mentally, emotionally, and psychologically in ways many people underestimate.
I made a personal decision about my body. I changed how I looked because I wanted to—because I wasn’t comfortable before. I did it for myself. Not for public approval. Not for opinions. Not to fit anyone else’s preferences.
Whether my BBL is obvious or not, whether it aligns with what others would choose for themselves or not, it was my choice.
And that should be enough.
What is unacceptable is turning personal opinions into cruelty, mockery, and constant judgment.
No one deserves to be spoken about in ways that disrupt their peace or harm their wellbeing.
I hope people begin to understand the impact their words can have. Speak with more care. Speak with more humanity.
Enough has been said.
I made a decision for myself, and I deserve to live in peace with that choice.
— Salma Mumin