Comments about weight leave a mark.
Even when they come from a good place.
At work, with family, in social settings —> it’s often the first thing we hear:
↳ “You put on weight. What’s going on?”
↳ “You should eat more. You’re so thin!”
↳ “I need to lose fat like you.”
Here’s why weight talk can do more harm than good:
1️⃣ You don’t know their story.
↳ Hormones, illness, and even grief could be the reason.
2️⃣ It’s uncomfortable.
↳ Comments can create shame and insecurity.
3️⃣ Thin doesn’t mean healthy.
↳ Someone can be slim and struggling or in a bigger body and thriving.
4️⃣ It promises harmful health standards.
↳ Social media and diet culture push the idea that smaller is better.
5️⃣ It can damage relationships.
↳ Casual remarks can hurt feelings and create distance.
6️⃣ It’s not the full picture.
↳ Health is also about strength, energy, and fulfillment.
How to shift the conversation:👇🏼
✅ Focus on their energy and overall well-being.
↳ “You seem really happy lately—what...
Suggested Credits
Tags, Events, and Projects