A Michigan mum has gone viral after responding to body-shamers in an incredible way.
Dianne Hoffmeyer was queuing for a coffee when she heard the ladies behind her call her a “whale” among other hurtful insults.
The 41-year-old, who was with her daughter at the time, decided to buy the women in question their coffees, in an effort to set a good example for her young child.
Dianna has since gone viral (image via Facebook).
Speaking to ABC 7, Dianne recalled hearing the women say: “‘Oh look at her hair, it’s nasty looking and the roots are coming through’.
“‘Oh she’s a whale, oh the whale needs to eat.'”
Dianne, who has recently lost 177 pounds, explained what went through her head next.
“I instantly started to cry. I don’t know the women. I don’t know why they would choose to say something like that.”
Inhale…exhale…breathe in the “aroma” of kindness….☕
— Dianne Hoffmeyer (@HoffmeyerDianne) September 24, 2015
She explained why she decided to treat the ladies to coffees:
“I wanted to do the right thing so when she’s old enough she’ll know the right thing to do.”
The incident has touched many – Diana’s Facebook post detailing what happened has received over 166,000 likes and people have even sent presents including beauty salon gift cards to boost her confidence.
Looks like kindness is catching.
Hat Tip: Cosmopolitan
