A bartender recently posted a TikTok video explaining how she's lost some of her "pretty privilege" with customers since gaining weight.
In an introspective video that's racked up more than a million likes, Cassidy Lane — who uses the handle @body_positive_bartender — described how customers have treated her differently since she gained weight.
Cassidy explains that she felt she had "pretty privilege" when she was slimmer, and feels like she's lost it now that she weighs more.
"People don't even look you in the eye anymore, they're not nice to you, especially men," Cassidy explained, through tears.
She says that customers used to be friendlier and more flirtatious when she weighed less. Now, she hardly ever gets even small talk or niceties.
Cassidy's video spurred a lot of debate, with some users pointing out that body issues can affect practically everybody.
Despite a few cranky dudes who seem to resent pretty people, the comments were largely supportive.
People on all sides of this issue, whether they have pretty privilege or don't, chimed in to share their experiences.
Some users shared their experiences about hanging out with pretty friends. It's always rough on the self esteem to feel like you aren't noticed.
Videos like Cassidy's have a way of making people feel included, like they have an advocate to empathize with. After all, carrying extra, unwanted weight is a common experience.
Do you treat servers and bartenders differently based on their appearance? Additionally, if you've ever worked as a server or bartender, what have you witnessed?
Check out Cassidy's video below, and then let us know your thoughts in the comments section.
