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Scenario

How to respond when a friend makes hurtful comments about your appearance

My friend has started making comments about my weight and appearance that she claims are helpful, but they make me feel self-conscious and hurt.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Criticism disguised as concern reveals the thin line between care and cruelty, where good intentions become a shield for harmful words.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Friendship & Platonic Love?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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