Seeking Advice
Hi all! I’m new to the group and seeking advice. I’ve been feeling down on my physical appearance lately. I’ve gained some weight since starting a new relationship last year. I have tried convincing myself that it’s that “happy relationship weight” but it’s getting uncomfortable. It took me almost all my life to be comfortable with my body considering always getting comments about my body from family members. I’ve talked about it with my boyfriend and he does reassure me/compliments me but I can’t seem to get out of my head about it. Any advice or support tone;p me through the unsettling thoughts?
Thank you in advance!
@thatshary Hey. try embracing the parts of yourself you like. Find comfortable clothing/outfits that make you feel happy/joyful. Don't compare yourself to others. It's nice that your boyfriend is being supportive. Comments by family members are always most difficult to hear. Enjoy the small victories and be kind to yourself. Everyone has something they dislike about their body etc.
@Wellsfiction thank you for the message! I appreciate it. I have recently started trying to find clothes/outfits that make me feel happy/joyful, especially since I can’t fit any of my old clothes now. It’s very difficult to not compare myself as I tend to overthink about basically everything but you’re right, everybody has something they dislike about their body. I am going to do my best to be kind to myself and embrace parts of myself I do like. Thank you again!
@thatshary Nice! You're welcomed. Glad to help.
