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Dealing with unsolicited comments about your body size can be challenging, but it’s important to maintain your confidence and boundaries. Here’s a little guide on how to handle such comments: ✨Stay Calm✨When faced with a comment, take a deep breath to stay composed. Remember that the comment says more about the person making it than it does about you. ✨Evaluate Your Response✨Decide if you want to address the comment directly or redirect the conversation. Your response can vary based on your comfort level and the relationship with the person. ✨Set Boundaries✨If you’re comfortable, calmly express your feelings. For example, say, “I prefer not to discuss my body” or “Let’s talk about something else.” ✨Educate✨Politely explain why such comments are inappropriate and hurtful. Share that you value discussing topics other than appearances. ✨Shift Focus✨Redirect the conversation to a different topic or ask the person about their interests to steer away from body-related discussions. ✨Confide in a Friend✨Share your feelings with a trusted friend or family member after the encounter to seek support. ✨Self-Affirmation✨Remind yourself of your worth beyond your appearance. Focus on your strengths, achievements, and qualities that make you unique. ✨Practice Self-Care✨Engage in self-care activities that boost your self-esteem and mental well-being, like exercise, meditation, or hobbies you enjoy. ✨Limit Exposure✨If someone repeatedly makes inappropriate comments, consider limiting your interactions with them or establishing firmer boundaries. ✨Seek Professional Help✨If negative body image or comments are affecting your mental health, consider talking to a therapist or counselor for support. ✨Educate Others✨Encourage open conversations about body positivity and the harmful impact of body shaming, both online and offline. You have the right to define how you want to be treated, and it’s okay to assert those boundaries when faced with unsolicited comments about your body size. Your well-being and self-esteem should always come first🫶🏻 #oneractive #bodyconfidence #bodyimage #haes #womenwholift #gymmotivation