02/16/2026
Not every change in someone’s body is something they want noticed or commented on.
Weight loss or changes in appearance can be connected to grief, illness, stress, mental health struggles, or disordered eating — things you may never see from the outside. Even comments meant as compliments can unintentionally cause pain or increase someone’s focus on their body in unhealthy ways.
A good rule of thumb: compliment people on their energy, kindness, strength, and presence — not their body size. 🩵