Tuesday, November 10, 2015

The Not So Obvious Reasons You're Not Losing Weight

Dieting is a personal choice. You probably shouldn't say everything that comes to mind if your friend or family member posts about their weight loss journey on Facebook and Instagram, or even if they clearly asked for your support.

The most common things we say, phrases like "oh, you don't need to lose weight" or "you're perfect the way you are," are actually not that helpful. Instead of validating feelings, they can actually cause harm. Be mindful of the phrases listed in the article below – you'll be a better supporter without them.

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Dieting is a personal choice. You probably shouldn't say everything that comes to mind if your friend or family member posts about their weight loss journey on Facebook and Instagram, or even if they clearly asked for your support.

The most common things we say, phrases like "oh, you don't need to lose weight" or "you're perfect the way you are," are actually not that helpful. Instead of validating feelings, they can actually cause harm. Be mindful of the phrases listed in the article below – you'll be a better supporter without them.

Leyla Shamayeva
Editor, About.com Health
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